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Minor OCI Card Application Services & Pricing in the UK
Choose the right OCI service package for your child — whether you prefer guided support, complete handling, or priority processing for faster approvals.
What is a Minor OCI Card Application?
Who Can Apply for a Minor OCI Card?
Children of Indian Citizens
Minor children whose parents are Indian citizens are eligible to apply for an OCI card.Children of OCI Cardholders
Minor children whose parents hold valid OCI cards can apply, subject to eligibility conditions.Foreign-Born Children of Indian Origin
Children born outside India to parents of Indian origin may qualify as per OCI guidelines.Adopted Children (Eligible Cases)
Legally adopted minor children of Indian citizens or OCI cardholders may be eligible with valid documents.OCI Card Application Process
What Visament Handles & Your Steps
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
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1Apostille GuidenceOur agents will help you with the Child OCI document apostille.
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2Document VerificationWe review your child’s and parents’ documents for accuracy, completeness, and OCI compliance.
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3OCI Application Form FilingWe fill out and submit your child’s OCI application accurately on the official government portal.
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4Supporting Documents AssistanceOur agents will help you with all the supporting documents of OCI application.
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5Notary & Payment AssistanceYou need to pay the required fees and get notary assistance from our agents.
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6VFS UK Appointment BookingWe schedule your appointment at the nearest VFS UK centre for smooth submission.
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7Track ApplicationTrack your child’s OCI status - from submission to approval and dispatch.
Just 2 Steps — Quick & Straightforward
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1Notarize DocumentsVerify your application and complete required notarisation — we guide you step-by-step.
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2Visit VFS CentreVisit your appointment centre for biometric submission. The process is simple and usually takes 30–45 minutes.
That’s it — From documentation to submission and tracking, our experts manage your child’s OCI application while keeping you updated at every stage.
Key Benefits of Minor OCI Card in the UK
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Lifelong visa — your child can travel to India freely without repeated applications
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No police registration required for extended stays
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Equal status with NRIs in education and financial opportunities
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Ability to purchase non-agricultural property in India (through parents/guardian)
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Access to domestic travel fares within India
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Eligible for national-level entrance exams at par with NRIs
Expert Handling, Doing It Yourself
What feels complicated for your child’s OCI application — we’ve already solved with experience, precision, and expert support.
Minor OCI Card Application Document for UK Applicants
Select your application type to view the exact list of documents required for Minor OCI Card Application submitted from the UK
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01RequiredMinor’s Current PassportClear copy of minor’s valid passport including personal details and photo page
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02RequiredParent's Indian Passport CopyValid Indian passport of one or both parents
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03RequiredLegal Status of Parents in the USACopy of parents’ valid visa or green card confirming legal residency status in the USA
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04ConditionalMarriage/Divorce certificateOfficial certificate confirming marriage or divorce status, duly attested or apostilled if required
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05RequiredBirth CertificateFor minors; should list both parents; apostilled if from outside India
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06RequiredPhotographRecent passport-size photograph meeting required specifications with clear face and white background
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07RequiredThumb Impression of MinorLeft thumb for boys, Right thumb for girls
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08RequiredAddress ProofValid document showing your current residential address in India with complete details
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01RequiredProof of Address in the Foreign CountryDriver’s License / Utility Bill / Lease
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02RequiredMinor’s Current PassportClear copy of minor’s valid passport including personal details and photo page
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03RequiredParents’ Indian Passports / OCI CardsCopies of parents’ valid Indian passports or OCI cards showing personal details clearly
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04RequiredParent's PassportClear copy of parent’s valid passport showing personal details and nationality information
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05RequiredLegal Status of Parents in the UKDocument proving parents’ visa, residency, or citizenship status in the United Kingdom
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06RequiredParents Marriage CertificateOfficial marriage certificate of parents, attested or apostilled, clearly showing both names
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07RequiredBirth CertificateFor minors; should list both parents; apostilled if from outside India
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08RequiredThumb Impression of MinorLeft thumb for boys, Right thumb for girls
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09RequiredPhotographRecent passport-size photograph meeting required specifications with clear face and white background
Ready to apply for your child’s OCI Card?
Skip the paperwork — our experts handle everything from document preparation to final submission through VFS/BLS.
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All Minor OCI Card Application Services for UK Applicants
Apply for OCI card updates 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.
Surrender your Indian passport after acquiring foreign citizenship and receive your surrender certificate.
Apply for a visa extension to stay in India with your family for a longer duration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Generally, most of the minor OCI applicants don't require submitting their biometric information. However, some applicants need to submit their biometrics for the OCI minor application.
Yes, you can safely apply for an OCI card in the UK from the VFS Global. If your child has a valid UK passport with at least one Indian origin parent.
No, Minor OCI applicants can submit their OCI application through the post by mailing the application form to the VFS Global. Also, some applicants book an appointment at the VFS Global centre for the submission of documents.
The normal processing time for the OCI card application for minors in the UK is about 4-6 weeks. The processing also depends on the number of applications received by the authorities and the document verification time by the Indian High Commission.
An OCI card for minors allows the child to stay and live or work in India for an indefinite time period. It also provides a lifelong visa-free entry and stay in India without reporting the duration of stay to any authority or local police.
If there are errors in your OCI minor application in the UK, then you need to see the errors, correct all the mistakes by providing all the correct details and information, and again apply for a new OCI card application.
Yes, a single parent can apply for an OCI application for a minor, but he or she needs to submit a notarized consent from the other parent or provide proof of legal custody of the child.
No, your child cannot travel to India if her/his OCI card is still in process. If you want to visit India, then you need to apply for an Indian visa apart from the OCI application process.
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