PIO to OCI Conversion
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Having a PIO card by your side and looking for its OCI conversion in the UK? The conversion process is not an easy thing. It consists of a lot of documentation, the application process, and fulfilling the eligibility criteria. In addition, it also requires an understanding of the PIO to OCI transition process.
Are you seeking a service provider that can assist you with this? Then, you are at the right place. Visament is your reliable partner for converting your PIO card to an OCI card. We provide you seamless and hassle-free experience without any delays. Our team has many years of experience in this field. Also, the experts in our team better understand the PIO to OCI conversion process. So, when you connect with us you do not need to worry about your application process and documentation.
The process of updating or converting the PIO card to an OCI card is known as PIO to OCI conversion. The Indian government through the Citizenship Amendment Act 2015, has scrapped the Person of Indian Origin (PIO) scheme. It was launched in the year 2002, to provide citizenship benefits to Indian-origin people with foreign citizenship. However, on 9th January 2015, the Indian government abolished the PIO scheme and merged it with the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) scheme. According to this, every PIO cardholder needs to convert his/her card to an OCI card if they want to acquire the OCI benefits. For this, they need to apply for the OCI card from the Indian embassy or consulate in the UK.
However, as stated above the conversion process is not easy to deal with as it requires proper documentation. But why do you need to worry as Visament is there to assist you? From preparing your documentation file to booking your appointment we handle it all on your behalf. You just need to sit relax and let our team handle your PIO to OCI conversion process with ease.
As stated above the PIO to OCI conversion offers the same benefits to PIO cardholders as the OCIs. These are some of them:
Although, those individuals who hold PIO cards can apply for OCI cards in the UK. However, it is advisable to go through the following eligibility criteria to avoid any hassle:
These are the eligibility criteria that you need to follow while converting your PIO card to OCI. Also, any person whose parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents were citizens of either Bangladesh or Pakistan is not eligible to apply for PIO to OCI conversion. With this, if you still have confusion with the eligibility criteria do connect with Visament. Our experts will assist you better and answer all your queries or doubts that you have regarding your conversion process.
Following are the mandatory documents you need to submit during the conversion process of PIO card to OCI card:
Apart from the following above-mentioned documents, you do need to submit additional documents as per your case:
These are the documents that you need to submit during your OCI application process. Still, have confusion about your documents? Let the experts of Visament help you and ease down the whole process for you.
We aim to offer an efficient and seamless PIO to OCI conversion in the UK. Our experts understand the difficulties faced by NRIs and are dedicated to offering personalized solutions. With this, it is how we help you in your PIO to OCI application process in the UK:
As per the Indian Consulate or embassy generally, the processing time of PIO to OCI conversion in the UK takes 6 to 8 weeks. It is from the day of application submission. However, the process may take more time due to errors or mistakes or the absence of any document in it. But you do not need to worry about this, as our team is here to assist you. We will make sure that you receive your OCI card on time without any delay.
The fees of PIO to OCI conversion in the UK are as follows:
| Service | Fees (in £) |
|---|---|
| PIO to OCI Conversion Fee | £72.00 |
| Consular Surcharge | £3.00 |
| Total Conversion Fee | £75.00 |
| VFS Charges | £7.44 |
| SMS Charges | £2.00 |
| Courier Fees |
£15.00 (for express one-day delivery)
£8.00 (for three-day delivery) |
Knowing the current status of your application helps you to get an idea of the estimated time taken for the process. Do you know you can also track your PIO to OCI conversion application in the UK? To check your application status you can follow the below-mentioned steps:
In addition, while contacting them make sure you have your passport and ARN number by your side. It assists the official in tracking your application and getting information about it. With this, with Visament also you can track down your application status in the UK using our track application status portal. It is easy to use.
Apart from the PIO to OCI conversion in the UK we do offer other OCI services in the UK to our clients. Whether you need a new OCI card in UK or want to renew your old card, we assist you at every step of the application process. Enjoy the perks of OCI cardholders with confidence as we ensure a hassle-free process from start to end. Moving further, the following are the other OCI services provided by Visament:
At the core of our NRI and immigration services is a commitment to ensure the peace of mind and satisfaction of our clients. Our experts understand the difficulties faced by NRI and considering this, with OCI services we do offer other NRI and immigration services to our clients. These are as follows:
| New Indian Passport | OCI Card for Minors |
Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
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| PAN Card for NRI | Indian Passport Renewal | Visa Renewal |
The conversion from the PIO to OCI card gives a significant advancement of streamlining and modernizing the process of keeping a lifelong connection for Indian-origin people with India. In this, Visament is your reliable partner for assisting you in navigating this conversion easily. Our team in the transition process certifies that you upgrade the card hassle-free, without the requirement for multiple visits at the VFS center. With us you are not only selecting an immigration service provider; you are choosing a partner who knows the significance of your connection to India and who works diligently to maintain it. Our experts certify that every application is handled efficiently, aiming for a smooth experience for our customers. With this, we also ensure the following things:
By selecting, Visament for your PIO to OCI conversion, you are certifying that your journey is efficient, successful, and smooth. Let our expert help you handle the application process and allow you to keep your connection with India in the most hassle-free way possible.
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Get StartedYes, till 31st December 2025, Indian immigration as a valid travel document will accept the PIO cards including the handwritten also along with a valid foreign passport.
Yes, PIO can do business in India. The Indian government granted them the right to invest in businesses and buy residential or commercial property in the country. However, they do not get employment rights in Indian government services nor they can have any constitutional office.
Yes, OCI is better than PIO as it offers significant perks to applicants of Indian origin with fewer restrictions including a lifelong visa, advanced security features, and more. Considering this fact, the Indian government abolished the PIO card and merged the scheme with OCI, meaning a PIO cardholder can apply for the OCI card.
Generally, the process takes 5 to 6 weeks to get an OCI in lieu of a PIO card from the submission date. However, depending on the Indian consulate or embassy where you apply in the UK the application time may vary.
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