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Understanding Minor OCI UK
What is Minor OCI Card?
An OCI card is an important document that grants eligible foreign nationals of Indian origin the right to live, work, or study for an indefinite period in India. Along with its benefits, it provides various benefits to the OCI cardholders, such as visa-free entry to India, equal rights in the economic, educational, and financial sectors under section 7A of the Indian Citizenship Act.
The OCI card is issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs and administered by the Bureau of Immigration, which allows various benefits to the OCI cardholders.
OCI Card Eligibility UK
Who Can Apply for an India OCI Card UK?
Children and Grand Children of Indian Citizens
Children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren of a former Indian citizen.Child of Indian Citizens/OCI cardholders
Foreign spouses of OCI cardholders or Indian citizens can apply for an OCI card.Person of Indian origin (PIO)
Persons of Indian origin are eligible to apply for an OCI card in the UK.Service Packages
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.
Visament Minor OCI Process UK
From Starting-to-End Minor OCI Application Assistance in UK
Follow these 6 steps to apply for the minor OCI application from the UK.
Visament OCI Process
From Starting-to-End Minor OCI Application Assistance in UK
Follow these 6 steps to apply for the minor OCI application from the UK.
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1Check OCI Eligibility and Document VerificationOur OCI agents will check your eligibility and verify your children's documents for OCI.
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2OCI Photo and SignatureWe ensure that minor photograph and signature meet all the official OCI application criteria.
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3OCI Application Form FillingOur experts will fill minor OCI application form and submit it to the official OCI portal.
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4Fee & Submission SupportYou have to pay the applicable Minor OCI card application fee online.
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5VFS/BLS Appointment & Courier SupportWill book an appointment at the VFS or BLS application center and complete the courier process.
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6Real-time OCI UpdatesYou can check the latest status of your child's OCI card application.
YOU ONLY NEED TO DO THIS
What You Need to Do
Just complete the 2 steps mentioned below.
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1Notarize and Sign the DocumentsAll your minor OCI documents are properly signed and notarised.
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2Visit to the VFS Appointment CenterVisit and submit child's biometrics and documents for the minor OCI application in the UK.
That’s it — we handle everything else. From documentation to submission and tracking, our experts manage your OCI application while keeping you updated at every stage.
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Benefits of Applying through us for Minor OCI Services in UK
Experts OCI Agents
We have highly qualified and professional OCI experts.
Personalized Guidance
You will get personalized guidance for your children OCI card application.
Identify Errors and Mistakes
Experts will review the errors in your kids OCI application and resubmit with the correct details.
Global Support
You can apply for the OCI card service from 45+ countries worldwide.
Various Helpful Resources
You will be able to get various helpful resources such as blogs, guides, and FAQs.
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You can contact our support team 24/7 via WhatsApp, email, or phone.
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Minor OCI Card Checklist UK
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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03ConditionalMarriage/Divorce certificateOfficial certificate confirming marriage or divorce status, duly attested or apostilled if required
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04RequiredBirth CertificateFor minors; should list both parents; apostilled if from outside India
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05RequiredPhotographRecent passport-size photograph meeting required specifications with clear face and white background
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06RequiredThumb Impression of MinorLeft thumb for boys, Right thumb for girls
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07RequiredAddress ProofValid document showing your current residential address in India with complete details
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08RequiredLegal Status of Parents in the UKDocument proving parents’ visa, residency, or citizenship status in the United Kingdom
Download the complete OCI checklist — organized by category with format specifications.
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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
Download the complete OCI checklist — organized by category with format specifications.
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OCI Card & Other Consular Services
All Minor OCI Card Application Services for UK Applicants
OCI Gratis
Apply for OCI card updates under the Gratis Scheme for eligible minor applicants and specific categories.
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£60
OCI Miscellaneous Services
Update your child’s OCI details such as passport update, photo update, or personal information changes.
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£150
Surrender of Indian Passport
Surrender your Indian passport after acquiring foreign citizenship and receive your surrender certificate.
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£100
X1 Visa From UK
Apply for a visa extension to stay in India with your family for a longer duration.
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£100
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OCI Blogs & Guides
Expert OCI Guides & Resources Written by our immigration team
In-depth guides reviewed by chartered accountants and immigration consultants updated to reflect the latest MHA and consulate guidelines.
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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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