To submit this form, gather all required documents and fill out the application online. Upload the supporting documents, such as proof of present citizenship, type of visa, evidence of Indian origin, and relationship documents. Pay the application fee by demand draft if submitting at an Indian Mission/Post abroad or through the specified payment method if submitting in India. Ensure that the photograph you attach meets the specified requirements. Visit https://passport.gov.in/oci for further instructions and to complete the submission process.

Currently, there are no specific important dates for this form in 2024 and 2025.

The purpose of this form is to assist foreign nationals in applying for the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Cardholder status. The OCI card provides several benefits, including multiple entries and lifelong visas to India, exemption from registration with local police authorities, and parity with NRIs in economic, financial, and educational fields. By following the guidelines outlined in this file, applicants can ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit a complete application for OCI Cardholder status.

• 1. Proof of present citizenship: Copy of valid passport with at least 6 months validity.
• 2. Type of Visa: Copy of Visa/Residential Permit valid for at least 3 months at the time of application.
• 3. Evidence of Indian origin: Proof that the applicant, their parents, grandparents, or great grandparents were citizens of India or eligible to become citizens of India.
• 4. Evidence of relationship: Birth certificate to establish the relationship with parents, grandparents, or great grandparents.
• 5. Evidence of spouse relationship: Marriage certificate and proof of spouse's Indian citizenship or OCI Cardholder status.
• 6. Documents for Canadian nationals: Additional documents, such as landing paper, work permit, and last Canadian address.
• 7. Application fee: Demand Draft or fee payment for the specified amount based on submission location.
• 8. Photograph specifications: Photograph of specified size with full-face view and light color background.

If you fail to submit this form, you will not be eligible for the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Cardholder status. This may result in the inability to enjoy associated benefits such as multiple entry lifelong visas to India and exemption from local police registration.

• Loss of Visa Benefits: Without an OCI card, you will not have access to multiple entry, lifelong visas to India.
• Registration Requirements: You will be required to register with local police authorities for each visit to India.
• NRI Parity: You will not be eligible for parity with Non-Resident Indians in economic, financial, and educational fields.

• 1. Foreign Nationals: Foreign nationals can use this form to apply for OCI Cardholder status if they meet the eligibility criteria.
• 2. Spouses of Indian Citizens: Spouses of Indian citizens can use this form to apply for OCI Cardholder status.
• 3. Minors of Indian Citizens: Minors whose parents are Indian citizens can use this form to apply for OCI Cardholder status.
• 4. Canadian Nationals: Canadian nationals can use this form to register as OCI cardholders by submitting additional required documents.
• 5. Indian Origin Evidence: Individuals with Indian origin parents, grandparents, or great grandparents can use this form to prove their eligibility.