Choose the right OCI service package for your child — whether you prefer guided support, complete handling, or priority processing for faster approvals.
A clear step-by-step process for your child’s OCI application — so you always know what’s happening and what’s required at each stage.
7 steps — Fully Managed Process
Just 2 Steps — Quick & Straightforward
That’s it — From documentation to submission and tracking, our experts manage your child’s OCI application while keeping you updated at every stage.
Lifelong multi-purpose visa — your child can visit India unlimited times without a separate visa
No police registration required for stays beyond 180 days
Parity with NRIs in economic, financial, and educational fields
Ability to purchase non-agricultural property in India (through parents/guardian)
Access to domestic air fares for travel within India
Eligible for All-India entrance exams at par with NRIs
What feels complicated for your child’s OCI application — we’ve already solved with experience, precision, and expert support.
Select your application type to view the exact list of documents required for Minor OCI Card Application submission
Skip the paperwork — our experts handle everything from document preparation to final submission through VFS/BLS.
Extend your child’s visa to continue staying in India with family for a longer duration.
Surrender your child’s Indian passport after acquiring foreign citizenship and obtain a surrender certificate.
Apply for OCI card under the Gratis Scheme for eligible minor applicants and specific categories.
Update your child’s OCI details such as passport update, photo update, or personal information changes.
Yes, a newborn can apply for an OCI card. For which they need to submit a foreign passport, a birth certificate showing parents' details, and all the supporting documents of the Indian origin parents.
Yes, for most of the cases, you need to provide both parents' signatures on the OCI application form for minors. It is important to obtain the consent of both legal guardians. However, if one parent is not present, then you need to submit a notarized consent letter or legal custody for the OCI minor application.
Yes, you can apply for a newborn baby OCI card through the official OCI service portal, and by submitting a valid birth certificate with both parents' details, and a passport.
The normal processing time for the OCI card application for a minor is about 4-8 weeks. However, the application process also depends on the country from which you are applying and the number of applications. If you submit any mismatch information or incorrect documents, then it can delay your application in delay.
Minors who are below 5 years are not required to visit an OCI application center for biometrics. Minors who are older than 5 years need to go to the application center to provide their biometrics or for verification of documents.
There is no legal expiry date for an OCI card. An OCI is valid for a lifetime. However, you need to apply for an OCI card re-issue after getting a new passport, after turning 20 years, or after changing any details in the OCI card or passport.
Yes, you need to update your OCI card after turning 20 years old. You need to update your passport details in the OCI card.
You can apply for an OCI card for a minor, but you need to provide all the essential documents. It can include custody papers, an affidavit from the other parents, and on your jurisdiction and circumstances.
Real experiences from clients who used our OCI Card for Minors service.
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