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Processing Time: 6-7 Weeks
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Government Fees: £ 224.44
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Visament Fee: £ 150
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Validity: Lifelong
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Processing Time: 5-6 Weeks
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Government Fees: £ 224.44
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Validity: Lifelong
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How Does Visament Assist You to Get an OCI Card in London?
Visament is at the forefront of helping applicants navigate the OCI application process smoothly in London. Our expertise in the OCI process certifies that individuals get their OCI status with ease. With this, it is how our experts help people get their OCI card in London:
- Select the Service and Pay Fee: From the service option available on our site, select the OCI service and make the payment stated on it.
- Get List of Documents: Once you make the payment you will receive a complete list of documents required during the application process. Scan and send them back to us.
- Expert Verification and Form Filling: After receiving the documents, our experts will cross-verify them and fill out your application form.
- Booking Appointment and Application Package: Our experts will schedule your appointment with your nearest VFS Global site. With this, they will send you the application form and supporting documents for a printout. You need to carry them on your appointment day.
- OCI Receipt: On the appointment day, you will get a receipt from VFS. It consists of an Application Reference Number that you can use to know your application status.
Eligibility Criteria for an OCI Card in London
The Indian Government, on application, may register as an Overseas Citizen of India, if the person is:
- Was an Indian citizen on January 26, 1950, or at any time thereafter.
- Belonging to a territory that after August 15, 1947, became part of India.
- Was eligible to become an Indian citizen on January 26, 1950.
- Is a child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of such an Indian citizen?
- Is a minor child of such parents that are mentioned above.
- Is a minor child whose both parents are Indian citizens or one of the parents an Indian citizen.
- Is a spouse of an OCI cardholder or an Indian citizen. However, in this case, the marriage should have been registered for at least two years.
Processing Time and Fees of OCI Card in London
Generally, the processing time for an OCI card in London takes 5-6 weeks. However, the process can take longer time as well in some cases.
Fees of OCI Card in London
Total Government fee - £224.44
Visament Service Charges - £150
Documents Required for OCI Application in London
To apply for an OCI card in London you need to provide the following documents:
- OCI Application Form
- Signed Declared Form
- Passport
- Photographs
- Marriage Certificate
- Employment Proof
- Naturalization Certificate
- Indian Origin Proof
- Nativity Certificate
- Surrender Certificate of Indian Citizenship
Why Choose Visament for the OCI Application in London
Visament provides you with many benefits by applying for an OCI application.
Error-Free Application
Visament promises to provide an error-free OCI card application from Leicester. We have a 99% approval rate from our experts, so be stress-free about your OCI application.
Prioritize Privacy
At the Visament, we respect and prioritize the customer's privacy, which means, all the information shared by the applicant is end-to-end encrypted.
24/7 Customer Services
Through the entire OCI application process, you will get skilled experts' support from the Visament agents. If you have any queries or doubts, you can ask for help at the Visament support.
Budget Friendly
At the Visament, you will get the OCI card application Leicester services at affordable prices with low service fees, which makes it the most chosen service for the OCI card in Leicester.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get all your answers to some important questions in one place for the OCI application.
To apply for an OCI card in London first complete the online application form available on the VFS Global Center website or the Indian Consulate site. After that gather the mentioned documents and upload them with the application. Next, book an appointment at VFS Global. With this, submit your application and documents and make the payment. You can also pay the OCI card fee at the time of online submission of the OCI application.
To renew your OCI card in London first complete the online application form and gather the required documents. Along with your application submit your documents to the Indian High Commission in London and make the payment. Then, if required attend the interview and wait for the arrival of your new OCI card.
People who fulfill the following eligibility criteria for an OCI in London are eligible for the card. It includes being a former Indian citizen, spouse of an OCI cardholder or Indian citizen, people with Indian passports, minor child of an OCI cardholder or Indian citizen, and people with nativity certificates.
Depending on the OCI application type the fees in London varies. For a fresh OCI application, the fee is £200.00, for changing details in the card, renewing, or linking it to a new passport the charge is £21.00, the fee to replace a damaged or lost card or convert a PIO to an OCI card the fee is £75.00, and to renew a lost OCI card the fee is £73.00. These fees also involve the VFS service charges of £7.44, SMS charges of £2.00, and courier fees of £15.00 (express one-day delivery) and £8.00 (3-day delivery) per application.