| Renunciation Fee Criteria Renunciation Fee ICWF | RENUNCIATION WITH PASSPORT – Naturalized before 1st June 2010 and has Indian passport $25 3 | RENUNCIATION WITHOUT PASSPORT- Naturalized before 1st June 2010 and does not have Indian passport $25 3 |
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How long does it take to renounce Indian citizenship?
Normal processing time for issue of a Surrender Certificate is
3-6 days
. Applicants can simulatenously apply for Renunciation Certificate while applying for Visas or OCI Cards. For detailed guidelines on submitting the application, required documentation, fee etc.
Do you need passport to renounce Indian citizenship?
A. Those who have misplaced or lost their last Indian passport and hence do not have their Indian passport which they can surrender for cancellation are given a ‘Renunciation Declaration Certificate' based on submission of sworn affidavit on loss of Indian Passport and other required documents.
Can I get my Indian citizenship back after renouncing?
Yes. He/she has to declare intention of renunciation in Form XXII to the Indian Mission/Post where OCI registration was granted
. After receipt of the declaration, the Indian Mission/Post shall issue an acknowledgement in Form XXII A. application form have to apply again in the new form?
What happens if you don't renounce your Indian citizenship?
Those who fail to surrender their Indian passport after acquiring foreign citizenship may face the following penalties.
$250 penalty if passport expired after January 1, 2005 and 3 or more years have passed between naturalization date and present date
.
Can I surrender Indian passport in India?
Yes, expired passports too can be presented for surrendering
. (Surrender is allowed only for latest passport held by the applicant). Surrender will not, however, be allowed for Impounded, Revoked, Suspended, and Cancelled (against Re-issue) passports.
Is surrender certificate same as renunciation certificate?
Q: What is the difference between Surrender Certificate & Renunciation Certificate? A:
Both are same
. Once you acquire foreign citizenship you have to surrender your last held Indian passport to Indian Consulate for cancellation.
Can a minor renounce Indian citizenship?
2
completed Renunciation Certificate Forms (if possessing Indian passport) or Renunciation Declaration Forms (without Indian passport) signed by the minor child over 5 years old and by both the parents
. Signature of both parents must match their passport signatures.
Are OCI applications being accepted?
Please note that due to the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic,
applications are being accepted via courier only
. In-person application, submission is not available till further notice. We will not be able to process your application, if you don't complete online registration process.
Can you regain citizenship after renouncing?
Renunciation is a lengthy process that involves extensive paperwork, interviews, and fees; it is also a process that is typically permanent—
you can't change your mind and regain your citizenship
.
When should I surrender Indian passport?
Under the Indian law, Persons of Indian Origin who have acquired foreign Nationality are required to surrender their Indian passports to the nearest Indian Mission/Post
immediately after acquisition of foreign citizenship
.
What is the fine for not surrendering Indian passport?
According to the Indian Citizenship Act, it is illegal to carry an Indian passport after the renunciation of Indian citizenship, and The Indian Consulate will charge a penalty of
$250
for anyone who violates this. This fee is in addition to other normal India visa application fees.
Can OCI buy property in India?
OCI card holders can purchase residential and commercial properties in India
. But they are not permitted to purchase agricultural land, including farmland or any kind of plantation property.
What are the disadvantages of OCI card?
| Advantages Disadvantages | Lifelong multiple entries for visiting India. Not eligible for purchasing agricultural land. | No requirement for registering with local police authorities after 180 days. Not eligible for a government job. |
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Is OCI valid for lifetime?
The OCI card is a lifelong visa available for citizens of Indian origin
. Once you get it, you will obtain all the rights any resident in India has. You can live and work in India. The OCI card is valid for 10 years after issued and it allows Multiple Entry to the country.
How much fees for Surrender Indian passport?
If you were naturalized after June 1
st
, or exactly on that date, then you will have to apply for a surrender certificate – all while paying a fee. That fee is
$175, without including the penalties
.
Can I surrender Indian passport online?
Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the Login ID created in Step 1. Click “Apply for Surrender Certificate” link. Fill in the required details in the form and submit
.
Can I surrender my expired Indian passport?
A:
Yes, expired passports too can be presented for surrendering
. Renunciation/Surrender Certificate will not be issued for Impounded, Revoked, Suspended, and Cancelled (against Re-issue) passports.
