HOW TO apply for Overseas Citizen of India OCI VFS Application | Latest 2021 | Step by step guide

This video describes step by step process of applying for an Overseas Citizen of India card for former Indian citizens living abroad. This is a great initiative by the Government of India to help people of Indian origin living outside of India. DONT CLICK THIS: bit.ly/3oYBSPT
**** PLEASE READ THIS*** which I have replaced with music. At Min 29:46 to 30:03 I said send your original US/foreign Passport which is not needed anymore, A self-attested copy of your US/Foreign passport should suffice. Apologies for that. *****
The full video is broken down with important breakpoints:
0:45 - Who all are eligible, who can apply, and why
2:53 Before you start New OCI Registration
3:40 Prerequisites for digital photograph, signatures & PDF copies of all documents
5:32 Begin application form fill for Part A
13:14 Upload signature and photograph
14:30 Proceed with Part B
16:50 Upload your documents pdf copies
22:00 After Registration Process
23:00 Go to VFS site to make payment for OCI application
26:10 Going over document checklist for a physical application packet
30:35 Send your packet to the Embassy of India
Steps to Apply:
Step 1: What is OCI: ociservices.go...
VFS OCI Page: visa.vfsglobal...
Check Eligibility for New OCI: ociservices.go...
Step 2: Begin Part A: ociservices.go...
Then complete Part B on GOI website
Step 3: Make payment on VFS site: VFS Profile & Payment: row1.vfsglobal...
Step 4: Ship and Submit Physical application to VFS Center
Checklist for New OCI: www.vfsglobal....
Other VFS related process:
Indian Passport Renewal VFS Process: • HOW TO apply for India...
Renunciation of Indian Citizenship: • HOW TO Renounce Indian...
Applying for Global Entry: • HOW TO apply for Globa...
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[@daniellemails]

Hello Varun, there is a correction needed in this video. Time - 15:28 Previous Nationality needs to be added as India. My OCI application got rejected today with this reason. It's possible that it's a recent change as the mandatory documents list has also been updated. Just wanted to let you know.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you 🙏🏼. I will check if that’s changed from previous applications. This video is from 2021.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Can you specify what was asked for your answer on 15:28 ? Previous nationality : India is that the only change?

[@daniellemails]

@@OffbeatTravelVK Previous nationality - and when selecting 'India', it'll also ask for the passport number.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you @@daniellemails I've pinned your comment for others to see!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@TheWorldTeacher]

@@OffbeatTravelVK, would you be able to produce a video on the following visa category?: "A Person of Indian Origin, who do not possess an OCI card, and may be granted ‘X-1’ Visa for a period of five years at a time, with multiple entry facility." I'm guessing that it is similar to an OCI card but it requires an actual VISA, but not sure if one can purchase property, etcetera on this X-1 visa. Most importantly, how does one show evidence of Indian origin when applying for this visa? Is the evidence uploaded online during the visa application or is it shown at the airport upon arriving in Bharata?

[@nadeemflex92]

Can I apply for OCI if I’m born in india but both my parents are non Indians and holding a foreign passport only I have is birth certificate

[@bhavananangare8156]

Hey, I have a quick question regarding the OCI that in case if you feel that you have made a mistake in part A but have already submitted then can We start with a new application? Hope to hear from you soon.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

@@bhavananangare8156 yes you can start a fresh application and make sure you pay VFS with the latest ARN number.

[@mubarizkhaja2926]

Thank you so much for this video it’s a hustle to figure out how to do the paperwork some people says go to CKG office and I found out online it switched to VFS.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@sobifrancis7320]

Your vedio was so helpful , i got my renunciation cert already and now i am watching ur vedio for my oci card, Thanks a lot👍👍👍

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@syedfarhan5363]

Thank you for your video. High commission of India upgrade your system. Applying for foreign passport was so easier than applying for OCI. Why should we apply online application as well as physical documents ? Doesn't make any sense. Absolutely time consuming and annoying process. Once again thank you for the video. It was very helpful. Cheers

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thanks for sharing

[@notea1]

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[@AakashPatel93]

Your video is just way too good and I was able to use it over and over for my relative...Thanks a lot for creating this helpful video.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you so much brother

[@manujohnson3259]

Nice video. Well explained. I have couple of doubts. I filled the online application (part A and B) and uploaded documents. After watching this video, I realised that I have made couple of errors. Do you think I can create another online application since I haven't submitted the docs or paid to VFS Global? Also, I am doing Indian passport renunciation as part of the OCI application. Since I haven't renunciated my Indian passport yet, Should I mention previous nationality as India and specify the Indian passport number in 'Other' section? Thanks in advance. Manu

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thanks for your feedback. Please subscribe to my channel to support me. To your Question 1: yes you can and fill up a whole new form and fix your errors. Q2: I would apply for renunciation and get surrender certificate and canceled passport done first before you apply for OCI.

[@manujohnson3259]

Just wanted to make it clear that in the OCI application checklist which I have from VFS Sydney, they have the option to surrender citizenship and renunciate Indian passport. If your Indian Passport is not officially cancelled, submit the original Indian Passport for cancellation along with One Photograph (2”x2” size), Online Application Form and Form XXII

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Reason being OCI is only for people who have already given up their citizenship. Check out my Renunciation video for those steps

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Oh if you have the option and mentioned on VFS aus website. Then you can go ahead 🙏🏼

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@tanyabhutani7337]

Hello! Quick question, what is the consent letter and where can I find a template of that? Also it says we have to send in 2 photos, is that true?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

This is something new they put out so they can rectify mistakes made by the person who applied. Format should just be like a formal letter. I don’t have any format handy yet Yes you have to send two photos.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@Helloannette]

Once again Thanku so much for the wonderful explanation n information. A great help Varun . God bless 🙏🏻👍🙌

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Welcome 🙏🏼

[@wendyved420]

Thanks for this video. It explains the process in details and clarity. A great help.

[@cavalli821]

Hi! Did you need to submit a document for "relationship certificate"? I was an Indian citizen until i got my US citizen a few months ago. Thanks again for your time in making this easier for us.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

I did not submit it as you pointed out we ourselves are the root Indian.

[@cavalli821]

@@OffbeatTravelVK Makes sense! I'm just mailing out my Renunciation application tomorrow but just wanted to get a head start viewing the OCI process. Thanks a ton again- best wishes !

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Welcome 🙏🏼 please give both videos a like and do subscribe to my channel. Appreciate it

[@cavalli821]

@@OffbeatTravelVK Done!

[@harrysingh7067]

Hi sir I submit my oci card application been 1 month already but stauts still says under reviewing so how long time to get my oci card...

[@harrysingh7067]

Hi sir I got my naturalization certificate back from pasport center today..took 4 weeks I was so worried but now I'm so happy thanks for your help 🇱🇷🇱🇷

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

I’m so glad brother. Congratulations to you. Share it will friends and family. Like and give it a subscribe 🙏🏼😊

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[@pujashsrma1976]

🙏Thank you so much for the wonderful and detailed step-by-step video. Very very helpful 👍

[@relaxationmusic7094]

Thanks for this educational video. Keep doing the great work!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you so much 😊

[@dharinipatel596]

Thank you so much for explaining clear step by step process.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@someshbatra81]

Amazing step by step video. Thank you for posting it.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Welcome sir 🙏🏼

[@Girish012000]

Is notorizing essential. I did not do for my renunciation application and no observations from VFS. Thanks great help.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

If you are good to go then no worries :)

[@gurjeetkaur6081]

very very usefull information you gave. its really helped me a lot for oci application.thank you.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you Gurjeet

[@sainiranjan40]

Great video. Thank you from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada :)

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

***** At Min 29:46 - 30:03 which is blurred by music I said send your original US/foreign Passport, I think this is not needed anymore, I had to send mine, But I feel the rules have changed. so please ignore my comment on that. Self Attested copy of your US/Foreign passport should suffice. Apologies for that. Please refer the latest checklist for info: services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/oci-services/pdf/new-oci-checklist-for-adult.pdf

[@NewBalance-pu8ft]

If it is possible would be super easy streamlined visa process You wouldn't make any 31 minutes video, then You would make less 5 minutes video!💛🇮🇳

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Also please like this video and subscribe to my channel, helps me to create more such videos.

[@bobyjacob7]

FYI… the checklist is updated also the required documents

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

@@bobyjacob7 I plan to make an updated video on this

[@dshanold]

Hello Varun, I've got a birth certificate from india. so do you have to upload it for relationship certificate? Instructions for Relationship-certificate upload * Scan and upload the array of birth certificates from the applicant to parents/grand parents. * Birth certificate issued from a competent authority is only acceptable. * Foreign issued birth certificate is to be get apostle/authenticated. * Scan and upload the apostle/authentication stamp page also. What would you recommend

[@AAT745]

I am really appreciate it, very useful information for OCI card application and thank you for this helpful service 🙏🙏🙏

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

It's my pleasure. So nice of you for giving me this feedback. Thank you

[@kavyaj7828]

Hi Varun Thank you for the video, it’s very informative :) Wrt to the Mailing the USA passport, it says endorsement and amendment pages… what does that mean? Is it the page where we write in pencil?

[@arunmanipalaniyandi3183]

Very well explained very useful Easy to follow

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you so much 😊

[@xxNightWarrior2]

Nice work 👍 do I need to upload self signed copies of documents or not required? Thanks

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Upload docs don’t need sign as they will be scanned copies. Ones you physically send need to be signed/notarized as requested

[@ajsguest]

Your video is very well explained. And, more than that, I really appreciate you responding to all the questions so quickly. It was very helpful. I finished the online parts, and pulling the paperwork to courier it. Do we self attest all of the documents - passport copy, renunciation copy, naturalization certificate copy et all

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

The checklist mentions if it’s self attest vs not. And most importantly print sign and date the checklist itself and add it to your package.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@parthsoni1433]

@@OffbeatTravelVK also,one of my friends is looking for to apply for citizenship process and looking for assistance.can you give him an assistance over online if possible and he can pay some fees. Please,let me know. Thank you

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@AnittaJohnUSA]

Nice...thanks fo the detailed step by step

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you so much. Please do subscribe to my channel 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼

[@josieschmitz4126]

Hello, thanks for the great video! I have attempted to create the application, but every time I press continue it makes me start all over from the beginning. As well, every time I use the temporary password to start from where I left off it shuts the website off and brings you back to the home page. I have provided hours to attempting to fix this, restarted my computer, changed browsers, and cleared my cache. Thank you SO much for any help you can provide! :)

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Try on a windows machine or older browser

[@mangeshparab4008]

Hi Varunji, thanks for making video, it's very informative. I have one question, there is a confusion about photo i have to upload in application. one is in the checklist that mention 2 x 2 background white or 2 x 2 background light colour?.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

All photos are colored. You have to send 2 physical ones.

[@prakashbsiva]

Thanks for ur valuable time and effort for this video dude!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Love to see such beautiful comments Macha. Appreciate your support. Nandri bro 😎

[@prakashbsiva]

@@OffbeatTravelVK 🫂🤗 keep rocking!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thanks Machi

[@shishirmore6214]

Thanks a bunch for helpful video. Question: for documents upload step, do we have to upload color copies or B/W copies are ok?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Both are fine.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Welcome 🙏🏼

[@cloudtech273]

Thanks for this video , watched it twice already. I think I missed a few things though: 1. I am applying for my entire family, do I need to submit 3 separate applications and then mail in 3 separate packages or can I do it in one-shot ? 2. Regarding uploading the documents, can I upload a single pdf with all the documents (address proof, passport, naturalization etc etc ) or do I have to attach them separately ?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Three separate applications, three separate packages Individual documents need to be uploaded. Hope this info is helpful. Thanks for watching. 🙏🏼

[@awatev]

hello . thank you for covering this most dreaded topic !!! Thank you for always answering the questions My question is , do you we need to have a cancelled Indian passport to apply for OCI?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Yes

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Please do hit the subscribe to support me and more such videos 🙏🏼

[@Girish012000]

Thank you for prompt replies. Another doubt has come up it is about hard copy to be submitted. Doubt is whether we have to print on one side only.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Print only one side. It’s clearly mentioned on document checklist. Good question though

[@yetty4032]

Thank you for sharing very helpful . I m trying but some parts r difficult if u r not good in computers . To put foto and signature .it took me half day and I didn't get success . Anyway very good video thanks

[@hemlii1]

Hey - did you self attest your birth certificate? Is that ok? Thanks for the video - very very helpful.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you. I did what’s mentioned in the document checklist and it mentions what can be and cannot be self attested

[@PSagarful]

Hi, thanks for this helpful video. Can you please clarify the following: 1). you've said that you self attested, so did you sign and date the photocopied driver's license and passport or write something like "certified true copy of the original"? 2). You also mention having both front back of a driver's license, but on the application it doesn't mention front and back, just front and not cutting it down to size. 3). As for the US passport, you mentioned having it notarized, but VFS checklist doesn't mention that. Thanks again!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Just signature is enough for self attestation. For DL I scanned front on top of the paper, and reused the same page to scan the back side. No need to cut down to size. VFS no longer needs US passport notarized. So follow latest document checklist. They’ve made life easier for us 🙏🏼

[@PSagarful]

Thank you for your response!@@OffbeatTravelVK

[@sreeambi]

Hello, my photo i scanned per instruction . when i printed application photo not in full size of the box? Need help. Thanks in advance

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

@ambika NAIR if this is auto printed by the website, I don't think you have to worry about it. Also, please like this video and subscribe to my channel. It helps me a bit.

[@jatinramani2009]

When we upload Photo and Signature, Is it mandatory to crop and select? I submitted application already but I just uploaded and moved ahead. Just want to know if its mandatory to crop, Do I need to re-file as fresh application? Also, My wife was Indian citizen and now US citizen applying for OCI, I'm still Indian Citizen, Does she needs to select "YES" for based on spouse or she can select "NO" since she was Indian citizen by birth. Appreciate your time and Excellent video. Keep it up.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Not mandatory to crop if it worked for you. If she is filing for her own OCI with her own lineage, she does not need to go via Spouse.

[@anilbandaru3350]

Hi Varun, thank you for the detailed video. I have a question on one of the fields under Applicant's Family Details. My parents' names are spelled differently on my Indian passport than their passports and so, can I know which one you think I should use to fill in the details.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

@@anilbandaru3350 just the same as your passports

[@anilbandaru3350]

@@OffbeatTravelVK -Thank you

[@2010VIDYA]

Very very helpful!!! Thanks a Zillion! I have a couple of questions, would be very helpful to have your guidance as I am in the process of my application 1)Is it necessary to get notarized for all the documents sent to VFS? 2)For the passport, do I need to photocopy all the pages of the passport? 3)Self-attested passport means I should sign and date all the pages of the passport photocopy, is it not? Thanks a lot again🙏🙏🙏

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

1) Notarize docs only where mentioned by Embassy/VFS 2) Passport only information pages and pages if you have visa stamps. 3) Self attest = Sign it yourself in the bottom of page yes

[@2010VIDYA]

Thanks so much for your reply and help👍🙏

[@2010VIDYA]

Submitted my paperwork last week. At any point during the process do we need to send our US passport original to the VFS? Thanks a lot 🙏🙏🙏

[@syedfawaz8090]

Hi Varun, Thanks for this informative video. I have one question regarding the photo. Are we supposed to have a photo with a white background or a light background? Because in the OCI process it mentions that the background should be light(not white) in the start and then it says that the background should be white when uploading the picture. Could you please tell me which background are we supposed to use? thanks a lot

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

If you go to any CVS or Walgreens. They will take the right photo for this application or passport

[@sakshigarg7583]

Thanks for the deep informative video. Could you please answer this, If you are not working anymore and a home maker while applying for an OCI card, Can we enter Occupation details as "NA" since the field is *required/mandatory? and what is this "naturalisation certificate"?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Yes I think if that applies to you and that option is given 🙏🏼 🙏🏼 Do subscribe for more 🙏🏼

[@chetansworld4802]

We have to give all the papers to FedEx or send it by ourself

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

If you select self courier you have to do it, labels courier etc. If you pay for labels via VFS download the label and go to FEDEX and drop off to ship.

[@tonsepai8459]

Thank you for this video. Very helpful. Can you use an IPad to complete the application and upload documents as well. Thank you

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Welcome sir. It’s hard on IPad to be honest. Desktop works best

[@deerantopandasani8326]

Hi Varun. You really expalain all in details. Wanted to ask your adress verification thats the 1st to upload. What do we upload. And when u say verified by notary does it mean local notary / attested doc too by local notary wher we r or hw. Thank you.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Self attest mostly unless otherwise specified on checklist. Please check latest document checklist

[@parthvirana4148]

In the document requirement, it says photo must be taken in light but not white background. If anyone who has applied w/ white background photos and their application was not returned please let me know because I already got white photos taken

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Mine was white. It was fine

[@syedfawaz8090]

Hi Varun, Do you have to attest(sign) every single document(including every page) after printing out the application?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Only if self attestation is asked Syed on document checklist.

[@syedfawaz8090]

@@OffbeatTravelVK Do you know if it's asked as of 2024? Btw thanks for the prompt response!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

@@syedfawaz8090 latest checklist clearly says “the document must be self attested” where asked. Please follow that

[@syedfawaz8090]

@@OffbeatTravelVK Thanks again! Take care!

[@gauravrandhawa1422]

Hi Varun, thanks for the video. In Marriage Registration Date do we have to put the date we got married or the date on the State Marriage Registration certificate? Thank you

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Marriage registration date is what we put

[@lsriramakumar]

Hi nice Video. But I have the following questions for Minor child born in India. 1) Driver License not there. Both the Parents Driver License need to be uploaded in one PDF file? 2.) Legal Status of Parents when Parents are Naturalized. Do we need to upload US Passport copy still? 3. ) Parental Authorization should be notarized? 4. ) What needs to be filed for Relationship Certificate?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

I think all are valid uploads that you mentioned and for 4. It’s child’s birth certificate which established relationship between you and your kid. The next checklist for oci for minor has a mention of all these. Check those as it might address any other concern. Appreciate your comment, please give this video a thumbs up and my channel a subscribe. More OCI related videos coming soon.

[@therealJeffMatt]

Thank you for an informative video. I changed my name legally. Do I have to provide a copy of court order as “name change affidavit”, and should I get it notarized?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Yes. Please check latest checklist as it mentions it. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@alammudassar1203]

Hi ! Hope u r doing great,Appreciate for the advice ,tips and tricks….as I have quick question to u ….as Canadian citizen applying oci card do require to obtain renunciation certificate first than apply for oci or without renunciation certificate we can apply for oci…please reply bye tkcr!!!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Yes you need renunciation certificate

[@sonal3901]

Thank you for the video. I was looking at the checklist and for documents like Affidavit of Name Change or Consent Letter, is this something I only send as a physical copy, or is there a section for upload - which I did not see?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Yes this should be there on the VFS site

[@sulochanakalyan2937]

Well explained. Good luck

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you Amma. 🙏🏼

[@dshanold]

27:19 when you print your name and sign, what do you put in place? State you are from or the state you sending the application to?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

I just put my city, state where I reside in currently

[@manavpatel3347]

If my wife changed her middle name when we got married, do we put in her application that she has had a name change before? Or does it not count as a name change? So basically my question is: when we fill out my wife’s application, do we put that she has had a name change before? By the way I loved the video. So informative! 😁

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thanks for your feedback and comment when its her own application,you can include a name change affidavit of support so that there is no confusion.

[@malnadgowda_inusa3734]

for marriage certificate they asked apostile if married in USA

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

that's correct, I apostilled mine too for the same reason

[@poojanparikh5293]

HELLO, I AM FILL NEW OCI APPLIATION FOR MYSELF IN THE spouse DETIALS CAN I ENETR THE INDIA PASSPORT NUMBER OR THE US PASSPORT NUMBER spouse DONT HAVE THE oci CARD.!

[@krishnababumohanbabu2466]

You are the best !!!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you Krishna Babu Sir! Comments like these make my day more worth it. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Do give this video a like and subscribe. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😇

[@samt460]

Hey, Your video helped me a lot while my renunciation process, A quick question, I am planning to travel to India in November, So will applying for OCI Card help better?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Welcome. Comments like these are the ones that make me most happy. Appreciate it. If you can apply asap within this week then do it. Currently OCI is taking about 6-8 weeks so it might cut close to your trip. But you got it if it’s towards end of November.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@Bhalla52]

very nice and clear explanation of all steps for oci and renunciation of citizenship, Marvelous gguidance for even laymen folks w.ith computer skills.Encouraged by the knowledge from video, i will start my application for my wife.Can you please explain the process how to make the file on computer of renunciation certificate and other documents to be uploaded. Thanks

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you so much 😊

[@nakitadsouza3563]

Hi , First of all, thank you so much for uploading this video - you have explained all aspects in depth, which I liked. I have also subscribed and liked the video. Please if you could be kind enough to answer one of my questions. I have been recently married to a Canadian citizen in Canada - he is originally indian. Do I have to attest or notarize the marriage certificate as it's going to be frm Canada, before uploading and do we need an original copy too ? Thanks

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

if you applying through your own indian lineage. I don’t think so. Just copy should be fine.

[@nakitadsouza3563]

@@OffbeatTravelVK yes I'm applying thru my Indian lineage. Thanks a ton for answering my question in a jiffy. Much appreciated!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Then I feel you should be good. Copy should be fine (if they even ask it for your application)

[@nakitadsouza3563]

@@OffbeatTravelVK perfect, thank you so much.

[@dpv8848]

HI, Thank you for the video. Is the applicant surname should be as per the US passport or Indian passport since my last name changed through marriage? Can you pls clarify?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Per US passport

[@ratan012]

Excellent work. Thank you.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Many thanks! and appreciate your feedback. Please subscribe for more such helpful informative videos.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@royal897]

I have to file for my baby boy 16 months old , i am facing issue in image of thumbprint , however the dimension are as per the standard ,still no table to upload image and getting error as "Format or name of the file is not valid" can you help me in that

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Try doing it on a windows device. I myself struggled with a Mac

[@swapnatagore7047]

Hi! Thanks for the detailed video. Can we apply for OCI card while staying in India on a temporary Visa? If yes where to send the completed application? Thanks in Advance!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Not possible due to timelines Im assuming. it will take a while to get it.

[@annmatt9681]

Hello, thank you for this detailed video, quick question. If you are applying for OCI for yourself, not through spouse, is it necessary to upload marriage certificate and spouse name change certificate? Because spouse's name in my passport is different from spouse name on her passport/ our marriage certificate. I'm confused if i should match the name to what is written in MY cancelled indian passport or her official documents? would it even matter since I am not applying for OCI thru spouse? Any help or advice from you is appreciated! thanks!

[@sunnypal3628]

Thanks a lot, great help

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[@Charliebrown7000]

How do I crop pic? I'm not seeing crop button on the left bottom of the screen when i try to upload an image!

[@nilanjanasen9406]

There is a new requirement that I found: Consent Letter : it’s a must and applicant must send a copy of that. Do you have any idea about that? Any template? Is it compulsory for online application as well, as I couldn’t find the option in the document drop box options? Pls help Offbeat Travel VK Thanks

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

I will be making a video on this consent letter very soon 🔜

[@nilanjanasen9406]

@@OffbeatTravelVK thanks, now I’m in the process of applying for new OCI for my 17 year old. is there any way you can guide me on that ? Thanks

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

@@nilanjanasen9406 not sure what you need. Just follow the document checklist and send the right documents asked and you should be good

[@anu4406]

Hi Varun, thanks for the video. Just a question, I recently graduated from college and currently unemployed. So what should I put for the employment section? Thanks in advance

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Student if there is still an option.

[@cristiano1339]

Hi, great video! keep up the good work mate. i have a quick question regarding the employment letter. what exactly needs to be quoted in this letter? and does it have to be with the company letterhead? thanks

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Just ask your employer to provide an employee letter. They have a standard format they will provide. A PDF copy will suffice

[@cristiano1339]

@@OffbeatTravelVK thanks for the reply mate. I’m just worried it wont be accepted as it doesnt have a company letter head nor any signature. Just the usual detail like whether its full time, basic annual salary, start date and manager name.. and its on a simple PDF. Thanks

[@bagri5618]

Thks. This video is very helpful

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

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[@pervinvohra6023]

Very helpful video , I was able to complete the application. But got stuck on the payment part. Is there anyway you can help me. Thanks

[@school77231]

I just received my OCI card book (one that looks like passport book). What should be next step, do I need to link it anywhere ? (my india passport is surrendered and holding only Canadian Passport)

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

You should be all good 👍🏽

[@napolims445]

Quick question regarding OCI application and thank you for making this video in detail. very helpful. Ready to apply for OCI now. I did not come to USA on a work visa. Now applying for OCI, why do I have to give my employer's info? Can I leave it blank or not give that info? if I can leave it blank, what info should I enter in employer's details fields? I have a job now since I became a citizen but not interested give that info. What option would people pick and enter if they are not working? TIA

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

I don’t know the reason why they ask that, but check with embassy if you can apply without giving that employment info. Thanks

[@user-jq8ly8wz4r]

Thank you what the detailed video. I have a question regarding Indian visa, can I apply my OCI card and Indian visa at the same time ?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Yes you can! No harm, only difference is you will get OCI card a little later in around ~6-10 weeks, Visa may arrive early. Please like this video and subscribe to my channel for more such videos coming soon.

[@longiatrucklines3824]

THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO WHEN I PUT RETIRED IT ASK YOUR PREVIOUS DEPARTMENT OFFICE ORGANIZATION WHAT SHOULD I PUT?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thanks for your comment. Whatever best suitable from your perspective.

[@aami2723]

Thank you so much, Varun for this detailed video. At 8.49, for National Identification #, you entered N/A. Aren't we supposed to fill that box with the serial number (printed in red color) on our Naturalisation certificate? Thank you!

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

It’s National idenentification which is unrelated to Naturalization. So keep it blank

[@aami2723]

@@OffbeatTravelVK thank you for your quick response!

[@fregifrancis]

Hi, do I need to self attest all the forms before uploading to the online applications?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Not all, it mentions where it needs to be. No harm in doing that from my experience.

[@DOUCELOVESYOU]

Hello, Can you please explain how to upload signature card and picture for OCI application? Thanks.

[@sushmasudesh]

Hi Varun. Just a quick question. Did you submit consent letter too with your all supporting documents ? Thanks

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

When I applied I didn’t have that requirement. Now it’s a new requirement, so you have to send it. Please follow instructions per VFS checklist

[@siddhipatel3380]

Hello, I have a question. My dad, my brother, and I have OCI, so is it necessary to give our information about OCI when applying for my Mom's OCI? If so, then where it says "Date Applied", is it the date when I submitted our applications for OCI? And It also asks for Name and Relationship, so will everything go on one line? And my mom has relatives living in India (Her mom, brother and his family, her sister and her family)..do I have to enter everyone's name and information?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

You can give info about direct relatives namely mom, dad brother. Extended family is not needed.

[@surveysy7561]

What is the meaning of self-attested in OCI application form?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Your Signature

[@anthonykumar8524]

Hi - Excellent video,super helpful. Question - For Fathers Profession - My father is no more so under Father's Profession, what should I select - Retired or Others. TIA

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Thank you so much. I also had similar situation. I just selected retired at that time.

[@patelt88]

Hello Varun, Could you please provide a list of the documents that need to be notarized? Thank you.

[@sheelagandhi4496]

Happy New year Varun. I have question regarding renouncistion certificate do I need it I have my India passport stamp stamped "cancelled due to acquire USA citizenship"

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Happy New Year to you too! I don't think so with the new rules. Its covered in my 2021 new rules for OCI video. Also please share with family and friends and don't forget to subscribe to support me!

[@sheelagandhi4496]

Hi Varun, we are trying to apply, however both of us are retired so what documents should submit.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Hello Sheelaji. You can mark it retired and attach something showing you are retired

[@rockharbour]

Hello brother, I am canadian citizen and i am on vistor visa in india...i am here for next 10 days. Can i apply my OCI card from new delhi, india? Do i need to have 3 month visa or thats not required, currently i have 1 month visa left and i am leaving in 10 days. Thanks

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

You can apply while in India but you won’t get the process done as it take 4-6 weeks for completion

[@DOUCELOVESYOU]

Hello, Please guide me as to how to upload the signature card and the picture?

[@manishdesai623]

Hello one question what if still renunciation of the passport is pending; can i apply both renuniation an oci application together

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

One after the other is best. It’s specified to do renunciation first and then OCI

[@deepcheema1090]

VERY HELPFUL VIDEO

[@RaviPatel-0812]

Hello there varun, I’ve some questions in part B, documents upload they’re asking for “joint declaration of subsisting of marriage” what’s that mean ? And I’ve been married for over two years now after marriage my wife has changed her middle name but in my previous indian passport her name is same as before marriage and after marriage her new passport has my middle name so what should i do ? Is that okay with if I upload just as it’s?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Upload the documents you have and provide any other supplementary documents (per checklist)

[@rohitparikh5399]

why VFS charging exorbitant and loot rate for call $2.48 per minute and uploading charges. only 5 minutes free for every week. how much anybody can talk for 5 minutes? Nobody in world charges for call. I contacted consulate General and he says it is not in our control. who is controller of VFS?

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Sorry, but I cant to anything about it.

[@floferns399]

I am following but where is the button after cropping images

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

It’s a bit cumbersome on Mac, Windows works best for this

[@floferns399]

@@OffbeatTravelVK I’m trying for the 6 th time now and literally pulling up patience that website is pathetic

[@floferns399]

Now that says Format is not valid when they are JPG files … rubbish website

[@car-pen-try]

hi. What option to select if someone is unemployed?. and does the occupation print on an OCI card?. Please let me know thank you..

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

Please check if there in a option for unemployed or self employed and just write a simple letter on a blank paper to support that claim.

[@camelbuttproductions]

I have three questions regarding document upload and one question regarding the online submission. 1. I am a U.S. citizen by birth and am applying for new OCI. The list of docs say I need more than what is listed in the drop-down list. For example, birth certificate. Should that be uploaded under family certificate? 2. Do I need to provide copies of my parents’ OCI cards? 3. Do we just draft our own consent letter that is listed so that the embassy can make changes as needed? 4. In the online form, wouldn’t the root indian be my mother or father? I’ve never lived in india. Thank you in advance for your help.

[@OffbeatTravelVK]

#1: That should work #2: Copies of parents OCI (if available) yes #3: Yes a simple draft consent letter should be okay. #4: Yes, root indian would be one of your mom or dad, thats correct.