Pratibha Sharma breaks down eight key restrictions for OCI cardholders moving to India: you can't vote or hold public office, you're limited in buying agricultural property, banking accounts must be NRE or NRO, you need an Indian driving license for long-term driving, and you'll pay foreigner rates at monuments and parks.
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Do you think your OCI card gives you the same right as an Indian citizen? Think again. Here are 8 restrictions every OCI cardholder should know before living, studying, investing, or even traveling to India. First up, OCI cardholders cannot vote in Indian elections or run a political office. Second, you cannot become a president, vice president, or even serve as a high court or Supreme Court judge in India. Third, are you planning to buy a land? You can purchase residential and commercial properties, but agricultural land, plantation, and Farmhouse are off the list. For banking, OCI cardholders can open an NRE and NRO account, but regular resident savings accounts are generally not allowed for you. Planning to drive in India for long term? Your foreign driving license may not be enough. You will need an Indian driving license somehow. Students, there's some good news for you. OCI cardholders can prepare for JEE and NEET subject to certain admission and reservation rules, and When visiting monuments, museums, or even national parks, OCI cardholders usually have to pay the same entry fees as any other Indian citizen. So, which OCI rule from these surprised you the most? Comment OCI below and follow us for more OCI, passport, and NRI updates like this.
