A:
You will be allowed entry into India if you have a valid OCI Card and a valid foreign passport
. You do not need to carry the old passport on which your “U” (OCI) Visa was stamped, if that happens to be different from your current passport.
Can I travel to India with new passport and visa on old passport?
A: If you have a valid visa in your old passport that has expired, your visa is still valid.
You can travel to India using both the old and the new passports, as long as your nationality and passport particulars remain the same
.
Does OCI need to be updated with new passport?
Government of India guidelines in this regard are reiterated as under: i)
OCI cardholder is required to get the OCI card re-issued only once when a new passport is issued after completing 20 years of age
.
Can you travel to India on old OCI?
Consulate General of India
Henceforth,
the OCI card holders travelling on the strength of their existing OCI card bearing old passport number are not required to carry their old passport
. However, carrying of new passport is mandatory.
Can a minor travel with old OCI and new passport?
The requirement of carrying old and new passports, along with the OCI card, has been done away with. Henceforth,
an OCI cardholder traveling on the strength of existing OCI card bearing old passport number is not required to carry the old passport
.
How long is OCI valid for minors?
The OCI card is valid for
10 years
after issued and it allows Multiple Entry to the country.
How long does it take to update OCI with new passport?
Indian OCI rules for new passport upload. No OCI renewal required after 20 yrs of age. Update processing time
2-4 weeks
.
Does OCI card expire with passport?
OCI cardholders are required to obtain a new card once after their passport is renewed for the first time after reaching the age of 20
. OCI cardholders over 50 years of age no longer have to obtain a new card whenever they receive a new passport.
Can OCI holders travel to India during Covid?
All OCI & PIO card holders (in any country) are allowed to travel to India
. All existing visas, except electronic visas (e-Visa), Tourist Visa and Medical Visa, which remained suspended shall stand restored w.e.f. 21 October 2020.
Can I travel with new passport and visa on old passport?
In case of passport reissue, the new passport will be released while the old passport will be cancelled and returned. However,
any of the active visas on the old passport will still be valid and can be used till expiry of the particular visa
.
Can I travel to India with my old visa?
The Government of India has restored all existing visas, which had been suspended earlier, except electronic visa (e-Visa), Tourist Visa and Medical Visa.
All those who hold e-Visa, Tourist visa and Medical visa are required to apply for a fresh Entry visa to enter India.
Can you travel with old OCI?
Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Card
(ii) Requirement of carrying old and new passports along with the OCI card has been done away. Henceforth,
the OCI card holders traveling on the strength of their existing OCI card bearing old passport number are not required to carry their old passport
.
Can OCI holder travel to India from Canada?
People are free to travel to India as long as they have valid passport, OCI or visa obtained very recently from the Consulate
. The traveler should also ensure that they have transit or visit visa for the respective country through which transiting (if applicable).
Can OCI holder live permanently in India?
Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) is a form of permanent residency available to people of Indian origin and their spouses which
allows them to live and work in India indefinitely
. Despite the name, OCI status is not citizenship and does not grant the right to vote in Indian elections or hold public office.
What is the new OCI rule?
Presently,
the OCI card is required to be re-issued each time a new passport is issued up to 20 years of age and once after completing 50 years of age
, in view of biological changes in the face of the applicant.
Can I travel to India with less than 6 months on my passport with OCI?
“As per extant guidelines Immigration authority of India has no objection provided foreign national carries valid travel documents i.e.Passport, visa/OCI Card on the day of journey.
Six months validity of passport is not applicable for OCI card holders
.
Is it necessary to carry old passport while travelling?
Simple answer to your question as it is, is NO!
You don’t need to carry your old passport at all
. You need to carry your old passports only if you have some valid visas in them and you might need to travel to those countries onward your current travel.
Can a minor apply for OCI in India?
OCI Application Form:
In case of Minor any one parent may sign the form and notarize it before submission
. In the case of Minor submit a NOTARIZED parental authorization form. BOTH PARENTS must sign the parental authorization form failing which the application cannot be processed.
Can OCI get Aadhar card?
Aadhaar Card enrolment is presently available to residents in India. OCI Cardholders who stay in India for a long time (over 182 days in twelve months immediately preceding the date of application for enrolment) and have an Indian address can also enroll for Aadhaar Card in India.
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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Can OCI holders travel to India from USA?
The Government of India has decided to permit all OCI/PIO card holders regardless of which country passport they hold
. (i) The Government of India has restored all existing visas, which had been suspended earlier, including electronic visa except e-Tourist Visa, Tourist Visa and Medical Visa.
