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NRIs (Non-resident Indians) and PIOs (Persons of Indian origin) both can open an NRE or NRO account.

The photograph for the OCI should be in color, and the size of the photo should be 2x2 inches. The tone quality of the photo should be continuous, and the photo print should be clear. It should have a full and front view of your face, and your eyes should be wide open.

Yes, you should update the details of your OCI card if you have a new passport by using the OCI miscellaneous services.

The photo should be taken in a colored attire, and there should not be any patterns or textures. There should not be any distracting shadows on the background or face.

You should have a neutral expression during the photo session for the OCI application. There should not be any smiling or frowning, and your mouth should be closed.

You can check the status of your OCI application by visiting the official website for OCI services and clicking on "Status Inquiry" or "Check Status".

The Refugees/Stateless individuals of any country are not eligible to apply for the OCI card, and they cannot register themselves as OCI cardholders on a spouse basis.

The photo for the OCI application should be recent and taken within the past six months.

If you have provided some false information or material information in the application, and the government found out, then your OCI will be canceled by an order. You might also be blacklisted for further entry in India.

After submitting the OCI application online, you need to wait for the processing of your OCI card, which is normally between 6-7 weeks. You can also track your OCI application status through the official OCI services website and check for real-time updates.

You can check for the OCI card application by visiting the OCI services through the official government portal or the VFS Global website.

Yes, your OCI application can be rejected if you have entered any fake or incorrect information or uploaded unverified documents, or forgot to upload the supporting documents for the OCI application,  and you have to fill out a new OCI application with all the correct information and supporting documents.

For your OCI application, you need to wait for 6-7 weeks, which is the normal processing time. However, your OCI application can be delayed if there is a high number of applications received. Or if you have entered any incorrect information or forgot to upload all the documents, then your application might get rejected.

If your permanent and present addresses are different, then only the current address is written on the passport, and you also have to provide proof of your present address.

No, the OCI card does not contain any address on it. The card contains the overseas details and not the Indian permanent address.

There are some limitations that OCI cardholders face, such as they can't vote in India, hold any constitutional position, or be members of state legislative bodies or the Indian Parliament.

If you haven't submitted the physical documents yet, then fill out a new application form, and if you have already submitted the documents, then you will have to contact the relevant Indian Embassy or service provider (VFS/BLS) to proceed further.

Yes, it is necessary to upload the self-attested copies of all your supporting documents required for the OCI application.

For the OCI cardholders, they can choose the best bank account for themselves as per their financial needs. They can choose from these three NRI accounts: NRE, NRO, and FCNR. They are best suited to manage the non-resident earnings.

Yes, the OCI cardholders are allowed to do business in India. They are provided the same rights as NRIs for economic and financial activities.