😀😀💯💯💯💯Great job Suja. Even with your detailed video, i was feeling overwhelmed to do 4 oci applications for my whole family. Your video really really helped me to get the job done. Thanks very much
Thank you very much for your video. It was really helpful for me in getting the necessary documents together and filing. I had accidentally filed as New OCI instead of OCI in lieu of valid PIO and found out after calling VFS that New OCI reference numbers end as N21 or N22 while OCI in lieu of valid PIO end in X21 or X22. Now just waiting to make sure OCI gets processed and I receive it in a few weeks. Thanks again.
Thank you Suja Ji. This video helped me understand the process and did guide me through applying the OCI. Appreciate your work and the details you have gone through in the video.
Hi Suja, video is informational. Thanks. Couple of questions. For appointments - do i've to call the respective office to get that. For physical verification - both parents are necessary to be there?
Sujaji , It gr8 video, with clear explanation.Many thanks. Can you say what is format of file that gets generated after completing Part B of the OCi (in lieu of PIO) Application.I need to print this , and not knowing how this is done at home. My printer is connected to the Windows 10 Laptop.
Sujaji, you are indeed helping and showing to applicants how the process is. Making it easier to follow. My question is when I filled PART B , (CATEGORY: OCI IN LIEU OF Pio) - I have following answer to the question of PIO VALIDUPTO: 12/JUNE/2021 HOWEVER, When the application is generated - system has changed the date to LIFELONG. So My concern is will they come up , blaming me for all discrepancy. Please clear this doubt. COUPLE of other areas , system has changed the values making it v.different from what my entry meant. E.g. past nationality, I GAVE INDIA , System has taken it to be U.S.? So it has changed, and this brought in contradictory data about my status.How?
This is a useful video. I wish I had watched it sooner. Suja, When do we need to apostil our marriage certificate? This seems like a recent edition. Out Secretary of State indicated they only apostil documents from the State, not marriage certificate from another country.
Can you please specify if main application for minor need both signature? Checklist says only one parent is fine. Also main application and affidavit document has no block for Notary so local public Notary denied to sign without block for Notary. Parental authorization form has Notary block
Thank you for detailed video on this, very helpful! I do have a question, does the PDF files to be uploaded example: PIO Card copy OR current passport have to be 1 pdf file, or is it ok for me to have 2 pdf files for PIO Card and then 2 pdf files for current passport. If it has to be single file, did you use combine pdf option to combine files? your response is truly appreciated!
Hello Suja, I am in Austria and I am applying for my relative to change their PIO card to OCI which come under category of (In Lieu of Valid PIO card). But I am not aware where I have to pay the application fee. Could you please help me?
Do we have to send original PIO card in courier through this method or not necessary? if so, Will we receive PIO card back from them or will it be surrendered to them?
Hi, Thank you for this video,It gave me a good insight what to expect before i get into the process. Totally Appreciate ! I have a question about proof of address(for minors) i need to do for OCI in lieu of PIO.It says "In case of applicant residing with parents/children/ relatives, a notarized undertaking from them with one of the copies of address proof as indicated above." So should i get notary for any one of the address proof document mentioned in the list ? Thanks again
Thank you for the informative video. One question. I am UK passport holder now living in USA under green card. VSF asking for native country address I don't live in UK anymore. Thanks.
If my passport has very recently renewed, can I still apply for OCI? My current passport was issued in Jan 2022. Can I immediately apply for an OCI card. Advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
Declaration page is not self evident. The declaration section does not state that MINOR don't need to fill that portion. Also for minor, it does not mention that parent need to sign that page with NOTARY. However in your video you are stating that. Do you have a official reference for it, or is it based on experience and answers from VFS?
You are so right - I see it in the checklist - @15:07 . However they still dont say that minor dont need to fill the top portion of the declaration. Can I still put my name and sign the top part in front of the notary for my minor son (in addition to the bottom minor part?
Thanks for your video. I have questions on supporting documents. I am applying for OCI in lieu of PIO for my daughter who is a US citizen by birth. I read in some comments that you need to upload parent's passports, status docs like I797 etc. Is that true? I was planning to upload 1) expired and current minor's US passport 2) PIO card 3) Parental auth form 4) Anything else? And, for physical forms to mail, do we need to send parent's Indian passport copies, I797 for status proof and marriage cert? Appreciate your help.
Question: For minors with valid PIO card, for OCI in lieu of PIO Card, instructions say only documents need to be uploaded are PASSPORT/CURRENT PIO CARD, is that true ?? "In case of applications for registration as Overseas Citizen of India Cardholder in lieu of PIO card, only copies of the following documents to be attached:- Valid passport of the applicant Valid PIO card of the applicant."
Hi Suja.. i have a question i am applying for my son he is 8 year old.. . can i get parent auth form and application form notarized at same time and then upload the parent authorization from along with the other required documentation? i have already printed the application from and auth form but havent uploaded the parents auth form yet..
Your videos are very helpful. Thanks for the detailed explanation. I hold Indian passport and filing OCI for my minor daughter in lieu of PIO. Any idea about this new additional item in the checklist "NATIVE ADDRESS DETAILS FROM THE COUNTRY OF NATIONALITY - COPY NON-US nationals residing in the USA on a valid visa should submit address proof of their home country. In absence of address proof, a notarized statement must be provided."
I believe your daughter is US CITIZEN and your applying from USA .. so in that case you don’t have to submit that proof , it’s for applicant who are a non-us nationality
@@SujaPrakash Thanks for your reply. Do we need to upload "Indian Origin Proof" document for my daughter born in USA and holding a PIO card? Like my Indian passport details to show Indian origin proof.
i am indian origin, to get OCI do i must have PIO card ? to get OCI card without PIO card needs lots of documents, how long it will take to get PIO card ?
Thanks Suja..I'm talking about government portal, all the instructions they provided is to upload only Passport & PIO copies..and they never mentioned about uploading address proof. I sent the notorized address proof to VFS ( as they asked).. hope I should have watched this video. Instructions for government portal should have clearly specified.Since I already mailed, what's the option for me?
You should be fine , since you have sent the physical copy . If in case they want you to upload address proof they will sen you additional document email
Hi, thanks for very useful video. Helped to understand the steps of the OCI application process. I do have question regarding Image dimensions. How much is a 600*600 pixel image in inches? Really appreciate your response.
Hi Suja, on the govt website, when filling the OCI registration form, for the applicant's passport details, do we enter the USA passport number and other needed info?
@@SujaPrakash Awesome, Thankyou.Do parents have to attach visas as we both are on H visas?also,if yes to the question,do we need to upload both mother and father visas?Thanks so much for ur help.
My son's PIO card expired in Dec 2021 (a month ago). Do I still use the OCI Registration (In Lieu Of Valid PIO-Card). I don't seem to find an application for expired PIO card. Please advice.
Legal Status of Parents (in case of minor) - What kind of document do we need to upload here? As of now, I uploaded my Naturalization Certificate? Now I think that is probably wrong. May be they need our marriage certificate - can you please clarify? Another question - We just got our naturalization certificate, and don't have US passport yet. What should we put as Nationality in the father and mother field? Is it India or US?
@@SujaPrakash Do I need to upload US passport page of both parents in supporting documents under LEGAL STATUS OF PARENTS (IN CASE OF MINOR APPLICANTS)? Thank you for being patient with answering questions in detail that will help all your channel viewers including me.
Hi, It’s been 6 weeks since I applied pio to oci and I haven’t still received it . It shows as processed on December 23rd on status page. Do you know how long it usually takes and whom to contact ? Thanks!
Hello Ma'am - I already retuned/canceled my Indian passport. Should I apply for "New OCI Registration" or "OCI Registration (In Lieu Of valid PIO-Card)"? What is PIO card?
Hello Suja, For minors oci in lieu of pio are these the to be uploaded as the Supporting documents in the government website Current passport,valid pio card,valid current passport,parents legal status,notarized parental authorization form. Thanks in advance
Sujaji , I am Gr8ly helped by this v. Clear video and instructions.I have reached the Application reference no. Stage., But having difficulty with Part B. I am in Oci - in lieu of PIO Category. Pio was received by me in 2006 , and valid due to new extention .BUT in part B ,it ask for INDIAN passport number. MORE THAN 35 YEARS Have passed. And although am trying to locate a copy , or an entry in some account opening form etc. , How can I get past this and Submit. Your video on photo and signature Upload was v. Neat, and I uploaded in few seconds only, to get to the Confirmation page, and grant of Application reference no. Does this stage imply my OCI process has begun?I am able to go back to edit etc, but not forward.I have sent email to FRRO Office, so far no reply - and am losing time. We can't visit The office because of new COVID variant restrictions. Appreciate your view.
Anyone Facing this error "Government reference number is not valid. Please recheck if its correctly entered or belongs to the correct Consular Jurisdiction" . Is it because of delay in getting the submission form recognized in VFS Global ? Do i have to wait for one night?
I got this error and found out that I had selected New OCI instead of OCI in lieu of valid PIO on Government portal. For OCI in lieu of valid PIO, the government reference number will end in X21 or X22 and new OCI in ends in N21 or N22 for example.
😀😀💯💯💯💯Great job Suja. Even with your detailed video, i was feeling overwhelmed to do 4 oci applications for my whole family. Your video really really helped me to get the job done. Thanks very much
Thank you very much for your video. It was really helpful for me in getting the necessary documents together and filing. I had accidentally filed as New OCI instead of OCI in lieu of valid PIO and found out after calling VFS that New OCI reference numbers end as N21 or N22 while OCI in lieu of valid PIO end in X21 or X22. Now just waiting to make sure OCI gets processed and I receive it in a few weeks. Thanks again.
Your welcome, glad it was helpful
THANK YOU!! Really appreciate the video and succinct descriptions and step by step process. You have provided phenomenal service to people like me.
Thank you
Excellent job! Many thanks. In fact, you got me out of a rut in understanding one thing on the VFS app.
I got my KIDS OCI (New OCI -5 weeks, PIO to OCI - within 3 weeks ).Your video was indeed very helpful.I t made the process simple.
Thank you so much.. glad it was helpful
Thank you Suja Ji. This video helped me understand the process and did guide me through applying the OCI. Appreciate your work and the details you have gone through in the video.
Simply awesome video.
You have covered each detail information.
Thank you Susa.
Thank you Suja Prakash. This video was very helpful.
Thank you very much for the detailed video, very useful
Very good video. Helpful and very useful
very very helpful. to the point.
Hi Suja, video is informational. Thanks. Couple of questions.
For appointments - do i've to call the respective office to get that.
For physical verification - both parents are necessary to be there?
Thank you for your information
Sujaji , It gr8 video, with clear explanation.Many thanks. Can you say what is format of file that gets generated after completing Part B of the OCi (in lieu of PIO) Application.I need to print this , and not knowing how this is done at home. My printer is connected to the Windows 10 Laptop.
Hi.is this document checklist also valid for 2024? I see a lot of new ones on the website?
Sujaji, you are indeed helping and showing to applicants how the process is. Making it easier to follow. My question is when I filled PART B , (CATEGORY: OCI IN LIEU OF Pio) - I have following answer to the question of PIO VALIDUPTO: 12/JUNE/2021
HOWEVER, When the application is generated - system has changed the date to LIFELONG.
So My concern is will they come up , blaming me for all discrepancy. Please clear this doubt. COUPLE of other areas , system has changed the values making it v.different from what my entry meant.
E.g. past nationality, I GAVE INDIA , System has taken it to be U.S.?
So it has changed, and this brought in contradictory data about my status.How?
For affidavits do we have to notarize every copy of original OR notarizing the list of documents is enough?
Can I post 2 of my kids applications with one shipping label?
This is a useful video. I wish I had watched it sooner. Suja, When do we need to apostil our marriage certificate? This seems like a recent edition. Out Secretary of State indicated they only apostil documents from the State, not marriage certificate from another country.
Hello - How did you manage the apostille step if Secretary of State didn't do it? Which state are you in?
Can you please specify if main application for minor need both signature? Checklist says only one parent is fine. Also main application and affidavit document has no block for Notary so local public Notary denied to sign without block for Notary. Parental authorization form has Notary block
Thank you for detailed video on this, very helpful! I do have a question, does the PDF files to be uploaded example: PIO Card copy OR current passport have to be 1 pdf file, or is it ok for me to have 2 pdf files for PIO Card and then 2 pdf files for current passport. If it has to be single file, did you use combine pdf option to combine files? your response is truly appreciated!
Single pdf file , yes combine two files in to one
Thank you Very much
Hello Suja, I am in Austria and I am applying for my relative to change their PIO card to OCI which come under category of (In Lieu of Valid PIO card). But I am not aware where I have to pay the application fee. Could you please help me?
Do we have to send original PIO card in courier through this method or not necessary? if so, Will we receive PIO card back from them or will it be surrendered to them?
Hi, Thank you for this video,It gave me a good insight what to expect before i get into the process. Totally Appreciate !
I have a question about proof of address(for minors) i need to do for OCI in lieu of PIO.It says "In case of applicant residing with parents/children/ relatives, a notarized undertaking from them with one of the copies of address proof as indicated above." So should i get notary for any one of the address proof document mentioned in the list ? Thanks again
Thanks .. that’s not applicable to minors residing with parents
@@SujaPrakash Okay ! Thank you again.
Good Video , I have a question in VFS how can i download FEE PAYMENTS & COURIERS. Thanks for your viedo
You should have got a payment receipt to your email I’d .. courier label you can download in the vfs portal
Thank you for the informative video. One question. I am UK passport holder now living in USA under green card. VSF asking for native country address I don't live in UK anymore. Thanks.
Hi Suja, What is National Identification Number in the OCI Application form ? This is in OCI in Lieu of PIO Card (for minors ).
Ssn number
@@SujaPrakash Thank you very much for quick response.
If my passport has very recently renewed, can I still apply for OCI? My current passport was issued in Jan 2022. Can I immediately apply for an OCI card. Advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
🙏 thank you
Declaration page is not self evident. The declaration section does not state that MINOR don't need to fill that portion. Also for minor, it does not mention that parent need to sign that page with NOTARY. However in your video you are stating that. Do you have a official reference for it, or is it based on experience and answers from VFS?
You are so right - I see it in the checklist - @15:07 . However they still dont say that minor dont need to fill the top portion of the declaration. Can I still put my name and sign the top part in front of the notary for my minor son (in addition to the bottom minor part?
That’s your personal choice, personally I didn’t do it and didn’t have any issues from vfs
Thanks for your video. I have questions on supporting documents. I am applying for OCI in lieu of PIO for my daughter who is a US citizen by birth. I read in some comments that you need to upload parent's passports, status docs like I797 etc. Is that true? I was planning to upload 1) expired and current minor's US passport 2) PIO card 3) Parental auth form 4) Anything else?
And, for physical forms to mail, do we need to send parent's Indian passport copies, I797 for status proof and marriage cert? Appreciate your help.
Hello,
Should the printout be in color
or black and white is fine?
Of the completed application form
Black & White should be fine
Is there a way that I can edit my application after generating the application?
Question: For minors with valid PIO card, for OCI in lieu of PIO Card, instructions say only documents need to be uploaded are PASSPORT/CURRENT PIO CARD, is that true ??
"In case of applications for registration as Overseas Citizen of India Cardholder in lieu of PIO card, only copies of the following documents to be attached:-
Valid passport of the applicant
Valid PIO card of the applicant."
Hi Suja.. i have a question i am applying for my son he is 8 year old.. . can i get parent auth form and application form notarized at same time and then upload the parent authorization from along with the other required documentation? i have already printed the application from and auth form but havent uploaded the parents auth form yet..
Yes you can refer below on how to do that , timeframe 3:33
ruclips.net/video/5VpYTA_FMbA/видео.html
Your videos are very helpful. Thanks for the detailed explanation. I hold Indian passport and filing OCI for my minor daughter in lieu of PIO. Any idea about this new additional item in the checklist "NATIVE ADDRESS DETAILS FROM THE COUNTRY OF NATIONALITY - COPY NON-US nationals residing in the USA on a valid visa should submit address proof of their home country. In absence of address proof, a notarized statement must be provided."
I believe your daughter is US CITIZEN and your applying from USA .. so in that case you don’t have to submit that proof , it’s for applicant who are a non-us nationality
@@SujaPrakash Thanks for your reply. Do we need to upload "Indian Origin Proof" document for my daughter born in USA and holding a PIO card? Like my Indian passport details to show Indian origin proof.
Uploading Pio card is sufficient
@@SujaPrakash Thank you. Appreciate your help.
Just came back to say thanks. Yesterday I got my daughters OCI CARDs in mail.
Hi , should we mail the black and white or color documents ?
Bw is fine
@@SujaPrakash thank you
i am indian origin, to get OCI do i must have PIO card ? to get OCI card without PIO card needs lots of documents, how long it will take to get PIO card ?
In OCI in Lieu of PIO, the instructions has only Passport and PIO copy to be uploaded..but in your video you also mentioned address proof etc..
You need to upload address proof of thr is change of address
Thanks Suja..I'm talking about government portal, all the instructions they provided is to upload only Passport & PIO copies..and they never mentioned about uploading address proof. I sent the notorized address proof to VFS ( as they asked).. hope I should have watched this video. Instructions for government portal should have clearly specified.Since I already mailed, what's the option for me?
You should be fine , since you have sent the physical copy . If in case they want you to upload address proof they will sen you additional document email
@@SujaPrakash .. Thanks Suja
Hi, thanks for very useful video. Helped to understand the steps of the OCI application process. I do have question regarding Image dimensions.
How much is a 600*600 pixel image in inches? Really appreciate your response.
Please refer below video on how to edit your images
ruclips.net/video/zn5CKEL3XJw/видео.html
do you need to send original USA passport as well of Minor for OCI application in liew of valid PIO?
Just a photocopy of information page.
Hi Suja, on the govt website, when filling the OCI registration form, for the applicant's passport details, do we enter the USA passport number and other needed info?
US passport number
@@SujaPrakash Thank you so much. You have been a great help.
Hi..
Can i upload my uncle's aadhar card for address proof?
Thank you
Hi,I am.apllying OCI for my kids 9 years,do I need to have two VFS accounts for each or just do one and add two customers?Thanks for help.
You can use one account and add customer
@@SujaPrakash Awesome, Thankyou.Do parents have to attach visas as we both are on H visas?also,if yes to the question,do we need to upload both mother and father visas?Thanks so much for ur help.
My son's PIO card expired in Dec 2021 (a month ago). Do I still use the OCI Registration (In Lieu Of Valid PIO-Card). I don't seem to find an application for expired PIO card. Please advice.
did you figure out what to do in case of expired PIO?
If my memory is right we got the oci card. That new oci card doesn’t have an expiration date
Legal Status of Parents (in case of minor) - What kind of document do we need to upload here? As of now, I uploaded my Naturalization Certificate? Now I think that is probably wrong. May be they need our marriage certificate - can you please clarify? Another question - We just got our naturalization certificate, and don't have US passport yet. What should we put as Nationality in the father and mother field? Is it India or US?
Copy of Parents passport is must, please wait until you get your US passport to apply oci for minor
@@SujaPrakash in the nationality, should I say Indian or USA?
US CITIZEN
@@SujaPrakash Do I need to upload US passport page of both parents in supporting documents under LEGAL STATUS OF PARENTS (IN CASE OF MINOR APPLICANTS)? Thank you for being patient with answering questions in detail that will help all your channel viewers including me.
Yes you have to combine both the parents passport copy in one single pdf and upload it
Should original pio card be sent along with the other documents?
Yes original card should be sent
@@SujaPrakash thank u 🙏
Hi, It’s been 6 weeks since I applied pio to oci and I haven’t still received it . It shows as processed on December 23rd on status page. Do you know how long it usually takes and whom to contact ? Thanks!
Did you check in oci portal ?
Hello Ma'am - I already retuned/canceled my Indian passport. Should I apply for "New OCI Registration" or "OCI Registration (In Lieu Of valid PIO-Card)"? What is PIO card?
New oci registration..
Refer below video
ruclips.net/video/Jo72i2HYU1Q/видео.html
Also 1 prepaid label to send back US passport
Hello Suja,
For minors oci in lieu of pio
are these the to be uploaded as the Supporting documents in the government website
Current passport,valid pio card,valid current passport,parents legal status,notarized parental authorization form.
Thanks in advance
Yes
VFS do not want white background passport photos. How to get light back ground passport photos?
You can use white itself , I didn’t have any issues when I submitted white background photo
Sujaji , I am Gr8ly helped by this v. Clear video and instructions.I have reached the Application reference no. Stage., But having difficulty with Part B.
I am in Oci - in lieu of PIO Category. Pio was received by me in 2006 , and valid due to new extention .BUT in part B ,it ask for INDIAN passport number. MORE THAN 35 YEARS Have passed. And although am trying to locate a copy , or an entry in some account opening form etc. , How can I get past this and Submit.
Your video on photo and signature Upload was v. Neat, and I uploaded in few seconds only, to get to the Confirmation page, and grant of Application reference no. Does this stage imply my OCI process has begun?I am able to go back to edit etc, but not forward.I have sent email to FRRO Office, so far no reply - and am losing time. We can't visit The office because of new COVID variant restrictions.
Appreciate your view.
Approximately , how long( weeks ) will the processing of pio to oci take?
2-4 weeks.. I have mentioned in the video itself
@@SujaPrakash thanks for the quick reply.. your video is very helpful. Keep
Doing the good work 👍
Thank you 😊
Anyone Facing this error "Government reference number is not valid. Please recheck if its correctly entered or belongs to the correct Consular Jurisdiction" . Is it because of delay in getting the submission form recognized in VFS Global ? Do i have to wait for one night?
You might have entered or selected different consulate / mission in gov application and vfs .. please cross check it once
I got this error and found out that I had selected New OCI instead of OCI in lieu of valid PIO on Government portal. For OCI in lieu of valid PIO, the government reference number will end in X21 or X22 and new OCI in ends in N21 or N22 for example.
What if your PIO card is expired?
@RahulGautam-ks4gc did you figure out what to do in case of expired PIO?