Frequently Asked Questions About OCI Services
Answers to Your Most Common OCI Questions
Yes, you can travel to India securely through your valid visa while your OCI application is in progress.
If your OCI application gets rejected, you must have provided wrong information in the application, submitted incorrect documents, an incorrect photo, mismatch signature. Make sure you get expert assistance while filing your OCI application to avoid getting your OCI application rejected.
Yes, you need to book an appointment for the OCI application in the UK to submit your biometrics, such as fingerprints and a photo.
If the UK-born child is of Indian parents, then he or she can apply for an OCI card in the UK by providing all the supporting documents and information.
The normal OCI card processing time is about 6-8 weeks. However, the application process can depend on the application type, consultation approvals, and verification of documents.
Yes, most of the applicants need to submit their biometrics at the VFS Application Center for the OCI application process.
Yes, you can track your OCI application by going to the official OCI portal, then clicking on the 'Track Application Status', entering your Application ID, Passport number, and Captcha, and clicking 'Get status' to see the real-time status of your OCI application.
Yes, if you have submitted any incorrect information, wrong or mismatched documents, signature, or incorrect photo, then your OCI application can be rejected.
Here are some of the VFS Centers in the USA for OCI applications: New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, and Washington.
The normal time for the OCI application processing is about 4-8 weeks, which also depends on the verification of documents, VFS processing time, and approval from the consulate.
For this, when you submit your OCI application to the VFS, use the courier service, and attach a shipping label with your OCI application and documents to the correct jurisdiction. Get a professional expert who will help you to avoid any errors and reactions.
Submitting an incorrect signature, photo, or providing incorrect information in the OCI application, uploading, not providing enough supporting documents for the OCI application, are some of the reasons that led your OCI application to rejection.
Yes, if you previously held an Indian passport, then you will need to provide the surrender certificate to apply for an OCI application.
To apply for an OCI application, first, you need to fill out the application by logging in or registering at the Official OCI portal. Then, gather all the necessary documents and submit them through the VGS Global via courier or by booking an appointment. Make sure you get professional assistance, which will help in the smooth application process.
By using an expert service provider like Visament, you will get a smooth and easy application process, quick processing, easy documentation, affordable fees, and an error-free application.
No, you need to visit the VFS or BLS application center to provide the biometric information for your application and verification of documents.
If your OCI application is approved, you will receive your OCI card within a few weeks, allowing you to utilize its benefits, such as visa-free multiple entries, Parity with NRIs in economic, educational, and financial sectors, or staying in India without reporting the duration of stay.
Yes, for the OCI application, you need to provide all the biometric information, such as fingerprints and a photo, to the VFS or BLS application center.
Providing wrong information, incorrect documents, a mismatched photo and signature, and not submitting supporting documents such as proof of Indian origin, surrender certificate are the common reasons for OCI application rejection.
Yes, if you had an Indian passport previously, then you need to surrender your Indian passport before applying for an OCI card and get the surrender certificate.