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Eligibility Criteria for OCI Card for a Minor

The following are the eligibility criteria that a minor needs to fulfill while applying for an OCI card in the UK:

• A foreign national who was eligible to become a citizen of India on 26.01.1950.
• Who was a citizen of India on or at any time after 26.01.1950
• A person who belonged to a territory that became a part of India after 15.08.1947.
• An Individual who is a child/grandchild/great-grandchild of such a citizen.
• Minor child whose parents are both or both citizens of India.

Benefits that a Minor can Avail of After Getting an OCI Card:

• OCI minors can pursue various professions in India such as doctor, dentist, nurse, CA, etc.
• Minors who have an OCI card can visit India multiple times for any purpose with a lifetime visa.
• When it comes to the intercountry adoption of Indian children, they are treated exactly like Indian citizens.
• They have to pay the same entry fees as domestic Indian visitors to national parks. Also, when visiting wildlife sanctuaries.
• No need to register themselves with the Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FFRO) or Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO) for any duration of stay in India.
• Minor OCI cardholders can enjoy the same benefits as a Non-Resident Indian (NRI). Like benefits in the field of economic, financial, and educational opportunities. However, buying agricultural or plantation properties is an exception.

Documents Required OCI Card for Minor in the UK

To obtain an OCI card for a minor in the UK you need to gather the following documents:

• Birth certificate of child
• Parent’s current passport copies
• Recent two-passport-sized photographs
• Parental consent letter
• OCI application form
• Consent letter from parents

These are the documents you required for the OCI card application for minors. In case, you have some doubts about the papers, you are free to contact our team members. They will surely help you and provide you with a proper document checklist.

How to Apply for an OCI Card for Minors in the UK?

Looking for a reliable immigration service provider in the UK for your OCI card for minors? Connect with Visament and let our team handle your application. From documentation to booking an appointment at VFS our experts do all for you. Want to know how? Read on the next section:

• Choose a Service and Make the Payment: Visit the official site of Visament and from there select OCI card for minors. Then pay the fee for applied services.
• Gather all the Documents and Verify: Once we get the payment, our team will send you the checklist of documents via email that we need during your OCI application.
• Document Submission: Scan and send the photos of the listed documents via WhatsApp or email to us.
• File Preparation and Booking Appointment: Upon receiving all the documents, our experts will prepare your file, fill out your application form, and book your appointment at your nearest VFS center.
• Application Package: Along with your appointment letter and required documents our team will email you the complete application form for printing.
• Appointment Day: On your appointment day be on time submit all the papers and pay the VFS service fee.
• OCI Receipt: Within 6-8 weeks expect the delivery of your minor OCI card.

Processing Time And Fees of OCI Cards for Minors in the UK

The processing time for an OCI card for minors in the UK may vary depending on the applicant's consulate's processing time. However, it generally takes 30-90 working days from the date of submission at the center.

Fees for OCI Cards for Minors

The fees for OCI cards for minors in the UK are as follows:

How to Track Your OCI Card for Minor Application?

Follow the below-mentioned steps to track your OCI card for minor application:

• Step 1: Visit the site of the Indian Government Ministry of External Affairs or VFS Global portal.
• Step 2: Select the “status inquiry” option from there and click on the “track your application” option.
• Step 3: To know your application status you need to mention some details. It includes your Application Reference Number (ARN), personal details, and passport number.
• Step 4: After that, click on the “track status” option.
• Step 5: Your OCI application shows any one option from the three of them:
  • Processing stage
  • Under review or approved
  • Dispatched details

This way, you can track your OCI card for minor applications online in the UK. In case for a very long time, your application has been showing “pending” or “under review,” you can contact the Indian embassy or consulate. With this, you can also use our application tracking tool to track your application status.

Mistakes to Avoid in OCI Card Application for Minors

Keep in mind that the staff will not verify your application with a sympathetic view. Their job is to assess that you fulfill all the legal requirements. With such a strict process, you cannot make mistakes or miss anything in your application. Avoiding even the silliest mistakes is important to get a positive response. Let us discuss the common mistakes to avoid when applying for a minor OCI in the UK.

• Uploading Low-Quality Photos and Signatures: There are some specifications for uploading photographs and signatures. In the case of minors, the parents will have to take care of it. The application will get rejected if you don't follow the specifications while uploading.
  The photo must be uploaded in jpg format and photo must be vertical and the signature must be horizontal. Children who can't put their sign must provide a thumb impression.
• Providing Incorrect Information: It is important to provide information with proper accuracy and correctness. Every detail must be in the correct indicated format and must match the documents.
  Giving wrong details or even making spelling mistakes are some common mistakes. This might seem very obvious but providing mismatched details with the official document or ID proof. If your name is written in the reverse order on the official document writing it the other way will lead to your visa having incorrect details.
• Not Submitting The Application On Time: You need to submit the OCI card application within 90 days from the date you fill out the online application. Application may get rejected if you use the online application form which was filled out 90 days ago. In such cases, the fee amount that you have paid will not be refunded.
• Wrong Document Format: Every supporting document must be submitted according to the specified format. So, make sure that you submit every supporting document in the proper format. The documents must be in PDF format. The photograph and OCI signature for minors should be uploaded in JPEG format.