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OCI application is a lifetime valid document that can't expire, but it needs renewal when you have a new passport or you are at the age of 20 or 50 years.
You must make sure the photo you upload in the OCI application form is in JPEG or JPG format and has dimensions between 200x200 with a maximum size of 500 KB.
To fill an online application for a minor, you need to choose the OCI type and services and fill out the application form. Then you need to submit all the documents for verification and our visament team will book an appointment on your behalf for the OCI application. Then you can visit the nearest OCI center, take all your original documents, and get real-time updates by tracking the status of your OCI.
Yes, for minor applicants below 5 years, parental authorization is mandatory so you need to notarize the OCI application for a minor.
To apply for an OCI card for Australia, first, you need to visit the visament website, then choose the OCI services, and fill out your OCI application. Submit all the documents after it will be reviewed by our Visament team and send them for further verification then, our team will book an appointment on your behalf. After all the verification you can visit the nearest OCI center to collect your OCI card and all the original documents.
To track the OCI application online you need to visit OCi miscellaneous services, where you need to enter your passport number and date of birth. After all this you will be able to see the real-time updates of your OCI application status.
The official government website for filling out the Indian e-Visa applications: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html
Yes, it is necessary to upload a digital passport-sized photograph along with the documents while applying for the e-visa.
Yes, you need to print your e-visa as it needs to be shown at the immigration upon your arrival in India.
You can apply for an e-visa in advance to correct the potential issues. You can apply from 120 days to 4 days before your arrival date.
You can apply for an Indian visa online by visiting the official government website for visa applications: indianvisaonline.gov.in
The processing time for the Indian e-Visa is usually 3 to 5 working days. For urgent cases, the processing time is 1-3 working days.
No, you cannot visit India while your OCI card is still in process. It is not a legal process, and to go to India, you have to apply for an Indian visa with a valid foreign passport.
No, you cannot travel to India with an OCI if it is not approved yet. To travel to India, you will need to apply for a valid Indian visa to get entry into the country securely with a foreign passport.
Yes, you can easily enter India with a valid e-visa and a foreign passport if your OCI card is linked with the e-visa, and you can also exit with your OCI card. If your visa is not linked with OCI, then you can do it by yourself, by filing out an online application form or visiting the nearest FRRO centers.
If your OCI card is taking too long to process, then you need to call or go to your nearest Indian mission post office or VFS center to get updates about your OCI application status.
An Indian X visa is eligible for persons of Indian origin, spouses, and dependents of Indian nationals who are under 18 years old, Foreign nationals who have a special connection to India, those who have a valid proof of Indian citizenship, married to an Indian citizen, and have normal identity and travel documents.
For the X1 visa, processing time is generally between 3-7 working days. However, if you have submitted your application late or there is some error in your X visa application, then your Indian X visa can take more days to deliver.
The maximum validity for an Indian X visa is for 5 years. However, an individual can apply for an extension of the X visa with the Ministry of Home Affairs' approval.
Yes, a person with an X1 visa can work in Indian if they are a person of Indian origin or a foreign national who is are spouses or child of Indian citizens.
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