Fresh OCI Card for Adult who earlier held Indian passport

How to Apply

1. Create an account (Register yourself) on Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click here to register.
2. Login to the Indian Government's Online OCI Services portal. Follow these steps on the OCI portal:
   • Select the type of service required
   • Complete the application online (Part A and Part B)
   • Upload documents (self-attested), photograph, [not less than 51x51 mm with 80% coverage of face, light colour background (not white), without border, front view, minimum dimensions are 200 x 200 pixels and maximum dimensions are 900 x 900 pixels] and signature [in case of minors who cannot sign, left-hand thumb impression is required]. Photograph and signature must be in JPEG/JPG format with max size 200 KB.
   • Upload all documents mentioned in the checklist while filing the form online.
   • If you cannot find the related category, upload under the “others” category.
3. Book your appointment online at Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click here to book your appointment online.
4. Choose a convenient date and time to visit the Alankit ICAC for your application submission.
5. Ensure that you carry all your documents, exactly as per the “Documents Checklist” section.
6. Visit the Alankit ICAC, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location will be clearly mentioned in the appointment letter.
7. Kindly ensure you reach Alankit ICAC 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.
8. Submit your application and deposit your fees at Alankit ICAC. You can check the fee under the “Fee Details” section on the website.
9. Enroll for Biometrics at Alankit ICAC, if required.
10. Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your OCI card delivered to your doorstep.
11. While your application is in process, you can track your application to know the current stage. Click here to track your application online.

How to apply at a glance:

1 Register on our Website

2 Read our application instructions carefully, and complete the Government of India’s online form as guided.

3 Schedule Appointment

4 Visit Alankit ICAC at your scheduled date & time.

5 Submit Application & deposit Fees.
Enroll for Biometrics (if required)

6 You can Track your Application Status on our website.

7 Collect your processed document(s) or have it delivered to your doorstep.

Document Checklist

1. You need to complete the OCI application form online through the official government website.
2. You should fill both Part A and Part B using your current foreign passport and include your parents’ names as per your Indian passport.
3. You are advised to print the form single-sided on A4 paper in vertical (portrait) format.
4. You are encouraged to review your form carefully, as handwritten corrections are not accepted.
5. You are expected to sign the declaration page in the same way as your current passport signature.
6. If you wish to update your parents’ names, please include a copy of their current passport.
7. If you are applying based on your Indian-origin spouse, please select “Yes” where applicable, and ensure the application is filled by you personally.
8. You are required to upload your current foreign passport.
9. You should upload proof of Indian origin (e.g., old Indian passport).
10. You are expected to upload your foreign citizenship certificate.
11. If you are a minor, a birth certificate also needs to be uploaded.
12. If employed with the government, an employment letter is requested.
13. Please upload a signed statement confirming that you do not hold or have surrendered your Indian Voter ID Card or Ration Card.
14. You need to upload a recent photograph (2 inch x 2 inch) that meets the required specifications.
15. Your signature should be uploaded. For minors without a signature on their passport, upload a handwritten note stating “No Signature.”

Additional Documents Based on Specific Conditions

1. If you are applying through your Indian-origin spouse, please upload attested copies of your current passport, marriage certificate, and your spouse’s OCI card or Indian passport or origin proof.
2. You are advised to provide accurate contact details, including mobile or landline number.
3. You need to submit one recent photo (2 inch x 2 inch) that meets official specifications.
4. If you are submitting the application in person, please schedule an appointment online.
5. If you are sending your application by post, an appointment is not necessary.
6. You may pay using EFTPOS or credit card (MasterCard/Visa issued in Australia), or by cash or money as specified by Alankit.
7. If you do not have an old Indian passport, you can provide at least three supporting documents proving Indian origin such as immigration records, domicile certificate, your spouse or parent's Indian passport or OCI card, birth certificate, education certificates, marriage certificate, ration card, voter ID, employment record, or land ownership records.
8. If applying on the basis of an Indian-origin spouse, please provide an apostilled marriage certificate (if issued in Australia) or a properly attested certificate from the relevant embassy or consulate (if issued elsewhere).
9. Please include an attested copy of your spouse’s OCI card, Indian passport, or other origin proof.
10. Fill and sign Form S, available online.
11. Include a statutory declaration (attested) confirming that the marriage has existed for at least two continuous years.
12. If you are an Australian citizen, provide a self-attested copy of your passport and citizenship certificate.
13. If you are a foreign national residing in Australia, provide a self-attested copy of your passport, citizenship certificate, and valid Australian visa.
14. If you are a New Zealand or other foreign national, provide an attested copy of your Medicare card and Australian visa to confirm residency.
15. For minors, provide an attested copy of the birth certificate.
16. If the birth certificate was issued outside India or Australia, ensure it’s attested by the relevant foreign embassy or consulate.
17. Include attested copies of both parents’ passport bio pages.
18. The application form can be signed by either parent or legal guardian.
19. At least one parent is expected to provide proof of Indian origin.
20. In cases of single or separated parents, include court-issued custody papers (attested).
21. If your Indian passport has already been cancelled, submit copies of the bio page, last page (with parents' names), and cancellation stamp.
22. If your Indian passport hasn’t been cancelled yet, submit the original along with one photo (2 inch x 2 inch), a copy of your foreign passport and citizenship certificate, your online application form, and Form XXII.
23. If your Indian passport is lost, provide a statutory declaration explaining the situation along with Form XXII.
24. If your name differs between your Indian and foreign passports, provide an attested name change certificate or a statutory declaration stating your name was changed after your Indian passport was issued.
25. If your appearance has changed, include an attested statutory declaration confirming this change.
26. Additional documents or clarifications may be requested to complete your application.
27. After submitting, you can track your OCI application using your File Number at the Alankit website.

Note: If any additional documents is required based on the application, the applicant have to provide the same.

Fees Details

FAQs

1. I used to hold an Indian passport but now I am a foreign citizen. Can I apply for an OCI card?
   Yes, you can. If you were once an Indian citizen and now hold foreign citizenship (excluding citizenship from Pakistan or Bangladesh), you're eligible to apply for an OCI card.
2. What benefits do I get with an OCI card?
   With an OCI card, you receive a lifelong visa to enter India, multiple times. You don’t need to register with the police regardless of how long you stay. You also enjoy similar rights to NRIs in areas like property (except agricultural land), education, and financial investments.
3. Is dual citizenship allowed in India?
   India doesn’t allow dual citizenship, but the OCI card gives you many benefits similar to those of Indian citizens, without affecting your current nationality.
4. Can I apply if my spouse is Indian or holds an OCI card?
   Yes, if your spouse is of Indian origin or has an OCI card, and your marriage has lasted at least two years and is officially registered, you're eligible to apply based on that connection.
5. Do I need to provide my old Indian passport?
   If you still have it, including a copy will help. If it’s lost or unavailable, you can submit other documents that show your Indian origin—like an Indian birth certificate, school records, or your parents’ Indian documents.
6. What if my Indian passport hasn’t been officially cancelled yet?
   In that case, you’ll need to submit the original passport, a photo, a copy of your foreign passport and citizenship certificate, your application form, and Form XXII for surrender.
7. My name has changed since I last held an Indian passport. Will that be a problem?
   Not at all. You just need to include a name change certificate or a statutory declaration explaining the change.
8. What if I’ve lost my Indian passport?
   You can still apply. Please include a statutory declaration explaining the loss along with Form XXII.
9. Do I have to upload any documents online before submission?
   Yes, part of the process includes uploading key documents online—like your passport, proof of Indian origin, photograph, and signature—before submitting the hard copies.
10. How do I sign the application if I’m applying for my child?
    Either parent or a legal guardian can sign the form on behalf of a minor. If your child doesn’t sign their passport, just write “No Signature” on a paper and upload that instead.
11. How do I prove I’m currently living in Australia?
    If you are not an Australian citizen, you’ll need to include a copy of your valid Australian visa. Citizens of New Zealand or other countries should also provide a copy of their Medicare card.