Step-by-step guide for UK residents applying for an Overseas Citizen of India card. You'll need your UK passport, proof of Indian origin, and old Indian passport or surrender certificate. After completing the online application and booking a VFS Global appointment, bring originals and copies to verify documents, then track your approval online.
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Living in the UK and want to apply for an OCI card? Don't make mistakes in your application. Here's the complete OCI process step by step. First, check your eligibility. You can apply for OCI if you were an Indian citizen before, have Indian origin through your parents or grandparents, or qualify under the eligible spouse category. Before starting your application, keep all documents ready. You will generally need your current UK passport, proof of Indian origin, old Indian passport or surrender certificate if applicable, birth certificate, UK address proof, recent photograph, signature, and additional documents depending your category. Next, complete the OCA application online. Select your correct jurisdiction in the UK, fill in your personal details carefully, upload your photograph, signature, passport copy, and supporting documents. After submitting the form, download and print your application. Now book your appointment with VFS Global. Carry your printed OCA application, original documents, self-attested copies, and appointment confirmation on your visit at the VFS center. Your documents will be verified and your application will be forwarded to Indian Mission for processing. After submission, track your OCI status online using your application reference number. Once approved, your OCI card will be processed and you can download your e-OCI using your government portal. Want our complete OCI UK document checklist? Comment OCI UK below and we will send you the complete checklist. Follow for more NRI and OCI-related queries.
