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  • @sunilidnani2333
    @sunilidnani2333 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for putting this thoughtful step by step UA-cam video together. I had stalled my OCI renewal process until I saw your video.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      I am glad it helped. Please share with your friends in case this video can help others as well.

  • @AT-qw5dk
    @AT-qw5dk 3 роки тому

    Very Informative Step by step instruction. You have included not only the instruction but also the technical information required to save and upload documents and Photo in correct way. This is truly a public service, I wish Indian consulate or VFS provide this detail service. Not everyone is computer or technically savvy. God Bless!

  • @rshesha
    @rshesha 3 роки тому

    Thank you for your guidance. Myself and my wife got the OCI renewed successfully and received the documents this week

  • @pbmisra
    @pbmisra 3 роки тому

    Very useful information provided in the video. Thank You. I was in the process of renewing OCI for my wife. Half-way through doubts started creeping in if I was doing it right. Got clarifications in this video. Thank You so much again for posting this.

  • @ravik1609
    @ravik1609 3 роки тому

    Thank you very much for this video. IT was very useful and showed the process very clearly. It took about 30 days to renew in Houston.

  • @csd1812
    @csd1812 3 роки тому

    Great video. Definitely will help in completing the complicated OCI renewal process due to passport update. Please note that some steps for VFS registration changed but they were minor.

  • @ramkumarguruswami9737
    @ramkumarguruswami9737 3 роки тому

    Hi Subraman, Thanks a lot for your video, I followed the same process and got the OCI Reissued card after 46 days in New York, Worst snail speed process, it took two weeks for VFS Global to acknowledge the application.

  • @sanjaypandey2925
    @sanjaypandey2925 3 роки тому

    Thank you for taking time and making this stepwise and quite informative video!! It is really helpful.

  • @kaushalvyas3815
    @kaushalvyas3815 Рік тому

    Thank you Mr. Ravi. Really nice of you.

  • @SuReddy
    @SuReddy 3 роки тому

    Very helpful video...I did go back and forth several times and did complete the application. Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @krishkrishnan714
    @krishkrishnan714 3 роки тому

    You do not need to renew your OCI, when you renew your foreign passport or change your overseas address. But if you insist and send the necessary paperwork and pay the fee, they will be happy to send you a renewed OCI. I have verified this i formation from Indian Embassy and they provided me the response in writing.

  • @shreyaramashesha7750
    @shreyaramashesha7750 3 роки тому

    It is very helpful. Thank you for your diligent effort in making this video

  • @ramkumarguruswami9737
    @ramkumarguruswami9737 3 роки тому +1

    Great video with clear steps, Please let me as which documents should be Notarized by Notary.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      Hello Ram. All you need is to self-attest the supporting documents that you are sending them. You can write 'True copy' somewhere on the page and sign underneath it. Good luck with your Application. I am glad you found the video to be informative.

    • @ramkumarguruswami9737
      @ramkumarguruswami9737 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 Thanks for your reply, then only the ' AFFIDAVIT IN LIEU OF ORIGINALS ' has to be notarized, right?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      @@ramkumarguruswami9737 Yes, right. In the case of renewal you are required to send the OCI card (as the only Original document you are required to send) and you can use this approach in this case. In my case I sent them the original OCI card along with my document package.

    • @ramkumarguruswami9737
      @ramkumarguruswami9737 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 Thanks a lot for your prompt reply, I got a new u.s passport and need to have the OCI reissued.

    • @ramkumarguruswami9737
      @ramkumarguruswami9737 3 роки тому

      Hi Subraman, The Original OCI has to be sent, do they cancel it and send it back along with New OCI card, please let me know.

  • @SatyamRGaddam
    @SatyamRGaddam 3 роки тому +1

    Very helpful Video. Thanks you. I have completed all the steps. I printed the application form which already have digital photo and signature on the page one. Do I need to affix the physical photo on the digital photo or just attach the photo to application form with a paper clip. How many photos do I need to send along with the application form. Thank you and looking forward for your reply.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +2

      No need to affix physical photo on Digital photo. You just need to attach a Physical Photo to the Application form using a paper clip (no stapler, no glue or anything like that);

  • @karshansingh6080
    @karshansingh6080 3 роки тому

    Very thoroughly enjoy. Nice video very helpful

  • @ArunA-oh8vh
    @ArunA-oh8vh 3 роки тому

    Very useful and detailed. Thank you!

  • @shyrao9261
    @shyrao9261 3 роки тому

    Well explained and very helpful
    Thank you

  • @krishnaaleti4943
    @krishnaaleti4943 3 роки тому

    Extremely useful. Thank you.

  • @1sorayana
    @1sorayana 3 роки тому

    Great video. Well explained.

  • @pkbansal4113
    @pkbansal4113 2 роки тому

    Very useful video easy to understand. Would like to clarify one question. The four page document after submitting the online application I was informed it was evidence of the oci being renewed and all required information will be on the system? I am concerned as far the vfs global website it states to arrange an appointment after printing out the form. From there to follow the procedure. I tracked the application which stated 'application is yet to be acknowledged by the competent authorities.' Also individuals who are 50 and above do they receive a proper passport oci card via the post, or is this the four page document? Advice would be appreciated
    Thank you

  • @neerajrana1982
    @neerajrana1982 2 роки тому

    Thank You For doing this video

  • @padmajathippasani2743
    @padmajathippasani2743 3 роки тому

    Great Video, Thank you, I am starting my application.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      You are welcome. Good luck on your application.

    • @padmajathippasani2743
      @padmajathippasani2743 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 Sir, The copies of US passport, DL, and current OCI pages are in color or black&white? Both hard copies to FedEx and scanned copies for online upload?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      @@padmajathippasani2743 Does not matter. It can be in B&W or color. Yes, scanned copies for online upload during Application process and then hard copies to be sent as a part of document package. Remember to self-attest the hard copies (write True Copy somewhere on the page on a blank area and put your sign underneath).

  • @m2mahara
    @m2mahara 3 роки тому

    very informative, Thank you

  • @DhavalPatel-vn1ss
    @DhavalPatel-vn1ss 2 роки тому

    Can you please explain step 7 (number 4)? I have printed out following document as you listed, but what is self-attested? It's mean I need to print my name and signature page and write today date correct? Also, another question is that do I need to print 2 of each document or just one?

  • @sanjaypandey2925
    @sanjaypandey2925 3 роки тому

    For renewed US passport and getting new OCI card reissue under Miscellaneous services section, there was a recent announcement from the Indian government that the OCI card reissue has been extended till 31/12/2021. Now Indian government is making this modification on their portal which will be launched at the end of the May, 2021. Therefore, Indian government is also requesting people to wait till this update is done.
    So, my question is: Should one still go ahead and apply for getting OCI card reissue application while update is being done?
    Any suggestion in this matter is truly appreciated.

  • @Mosky53
    @Mosky53 3 роки тому

    Great video. Very helpful. However, self attestation of True copies does not seem to work anymore. My application was held up and the folks at VFS have asked me to send an affidavit in lieu of the originals, duly notarized.

  • @prabhani1
    @prabhani1 3 роки тому

    Very helpful. Thank you.

  • @rajuneelakandan5313
    @rajuneelakandan5313 3 роки тому

    very helpful .Thankyou

  • @AribaRam
    @AribaRam 3 роки тому

    Great video with detailed instructions with screenshots. For a US citizen over age 50 and had a new US Passport (previous expired) recently, does he still need to select OCI Miscellaneous OR New OCI? Please clarify/confirm. TIA.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Ramesh, Thanks for your comment. If you made an OCI card previously, you will need to renew using OCI Miscellaneous Services. If you are going to make an OCI card for the first time, you will need to select New OCI. Additional documents are required for New OCI. Hope this helps.

    • @AribaRam
      @AribaRam 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 so basically use the same process you mentioned in your video. Also, this means re-issuance of OCI between 20 and 50 years is optional and is only required for below 20 or above 50?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      @@AribaRam Right, use the same process I mentioned in my video. Again, the rules are framed in such a manner that what we think as optional may not be so in my opinion. So the rule says that once you have attained the age of 20, you do not have to renew an already existing OCI card every time you get a new passport until age of 50. The rules also say that you can avail of OCI re-issuance in case of change of personal particulars such as name, or in the case of change of address / occupation. It says "can" and not "must" for the change in name, change in address and profession so any reader will interpret it as optional. However, when you are traveling to India, you will be asked to furnish your OCI card upon boarding and then after landing. If they are strict about name matching in US passport and OCI card, one will be hassled. This can happen for example when a girl gets married after the age of 20. Whereas she had an existing OCI card, she might change her name based on husband's name or last name after wedding. So if she does so and gets a new US passport with the new name, but does not renew her OCI card, the name on the US passport and OCI card will not match anymore. If you ask me personally, I do not want to be hassled when I am traveling so I would advise applying for a new OCI card when name changes on US passport. I think address change and Occupation change (anyway, I keep it generic such as IT professional or Management professional) are more passable without getting the OCI card renewed every time US passport changes.
      I will request other readers to comment as well based on actual experience upon boarding a flight for India at an US airport or upon landing in India with an OCI card which had the old name whereas the US passport had a new name, if any.

  • @jsingh8207
    @jsingh8207 3 роки тому

    Well explained thanks 🙏

  • @bn-fc3qs
    @bn-fc3qs 3 роки тому

    Nice

  • @AribaRam
    @AribaRam 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video, very informative. Do we need to upload Address Proof document (in addition to Passport & OCI) if we are applying for Change of Passport Particulars option only. Please confirm. Thanks.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      Hi Ramesh, Yes, you need to upload the Address proof. You will find the option "ADDRESS PROOF" in the 'Select Document' drop down when you are at that screen.

  • @PariMacham
    @PariMacham 3 роки тому

    Thanks. I'm not getting captcha characters to upload documents. I don't know if the website is down or some other issue. Is anyone facing similar issue.?

  • @yagneshpurani8217
    @yagneshpurani8217 3 роки тому

    Sir, great video but could not complete the part b and because of my own limitations overwhelmed and complexity, do I have any other option to get it done by filling forms in hard copy and get it done? Your help/suggestions are most welcome to help people like me (who are not very good computer skills.
    Thanking you again and best regards.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      Hello Yagnesh sir, Please reach out to my on my email subramravimusic@gmail dot com. Let me see if I can help you out remotely.

  • @rshesha
    @rshesha 3 роки тому

    I am wondering if the self attestation of the copies as "TRUE COPY" and the signature is enough for OCI Miscellaneous Services OR do we really need "Notarized Affidavit in Lieu of original documents"?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      A couple of viewers shared with me that they were asked to send Notary signatures on document copies and send them again to VFS Global. On further investigation it seems they also had a change in address apart from getting a new US passport. Self attestation worked for me as well as a couple of friends but we only had the new US Passport number to be added to a new OCI card. If you do not want any hassle, you can just get your xerox copies of documents notarized at a local bank and send them.

  • @babu9814
    @babu9814 3 роки тому

    If your address has changed, are you required to reissue OCI card?

  • @rathnaash99
    @rathnaash99 3 роки тому

    Can we update the part-B information to the submitted application?

  • @طبخاتيومية24
    @طبخاتيومية24 3 роки тому

    Sir till now mbc in soudia is close how we can renival oci card how can we travel in India

  • @LearnAndLiveWithRimzim
    @LearnAndLiveWithRimzim 2 роки тому

    Hi do you have any videos for new oci application process

    • @Sami-rp7mf
      @Sami-rp7mf 2 роки тому

      There are few new videos on YY.

  • @casmirdominic1292
    @casmirdominic1292 3 роки тому

    In the OCI Parental authorization form, what should mention in the capacity?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      If I am interpreting your question correctly, It could be filled in as 'Parent' if you are applying for your minor child or 'Legal Guardian' if you are applying for a minor for whom you are a legal guardian.

  • @familylife6672
    @familylife6672 3 роки тому

    Can you please provide, what are mandatory documents needs to be updated for OCI minor renewal process in Govt Portal.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      Refer to the list provided for the OCI Checklist- Miscellaneous for Minors here: services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/oci-services/pdf/oci-checklist-misc-minor-final.pdf

  • @kirchunetwork1986
    @kirchunetwork1986 3 роки тому

    Can you please let me know if you Notarized any documents ? Affidavit in lieu of Originals says at the bottom to notarize that document. Is this required ? I greatly appreciate your help.

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      No. I did not go to a notary at all. With regard to address proof (I used Drivers license copy), copy of US passport and copy of OCI Card (information pages) I self-attested these xerox copies (wrote True copy on the page and put my signature underneath). I also sent the original OCI card as required by the process. I believe the Affidavit in lieu of Originals would be applicable in case you do not want to send the original OCI card for any reason in which case you can go to a notary with a xerox copy of the OCI card who would then verify the information and affix the notary stamp and signature. The Affidavit in lieu of Originals can also be used for other Originals but in the case of renewal the only Original needing to be sent is the OCI card. Hope this helps.

    • @kirchunetwork1986
      @kirchunetwork1986 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 Thanks

  • @prabhani1
    @prabhani1 3 роки тому

    Hi. I just printed shipping labels and found that there are 2 copies of each label. Any idea why?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      You need just two label, one to send the document to VFS Global and the other label which has your (for return) name and address, you need to place it along with the other documents you are sending them. Do not worry about the duplicate labels as long as the tracking numbers are not 4 different numbers. You can safely keep aside (ignore) the duplicates. Hope this helps.

  • @akshaynarshi827
    @akshaynarshi827 3 роки тому

    Is this process compulsory?

  • @TheRollingStoness
    @TheRollingStoness 3 роки тому

    thank u sir, two questions...1. If I made any mistake in filling up the govt form (after receiving the file ref #), can i re do the application and get another file # and use that File # in VFS? 2. Howmuch will be the check i should pay in addition to the VFS payment, by check? to be included in the courier package? (I am over 50 and renewing my OCI..) thanks

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Rolling Stone, Yes absolutely. In fact that is what you need to do. Start a brand new Application and use the File Ref # that comes up for the new Application.
      Regarding payment: when I paid my fees, VFSGlobal showed me the following breakup (USD):
      Consular fee: $25
      VFS Service fee: $15.90
      ICWF fee: $3.00
      Roundtrip Courier: $30
      Total : $73.90 and over top of that a 3.50% convenience fee for a Grand Total of $76.49
      Sorry but I do not know how the process works when you pay through check. I believe the 3.50% convenience charge is for payment through credit card and so you may not need to pay that. That means you will need to pay $73.90. There is also an alternative to not use their courier service in which case you can deduct a further $30 and pay $43.90. However you will be responsible for sending them them the document package using your method and also include a self-addressed envelope with requisite postage or a Return Label so they can send the OCI card to you. You may want to check with VFS Global.
      Can anyone else who reads this and who paid through Check share their experience?

    • @TheRollingStoness
      @TheRollingStoness 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 thanks sir, my mistake, i did pay through credit card, si i dont need to send any more payment with the courier... So i should bring the labels to fed ex office and they will provide the envelope, right?.. Thanks again for ur help, in my case, it may take longer time to process it due to covid, which i dont mind, since i am not planning to travel soon.. Thank you

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +2

      @@TheRollingStoness Yes, the FedEx centre will provide you with an envelope which has a plastic case outside into which you can insert the label with the VFS address. They will help you if you ask them. The other label which has your name and address, you just need to place it with your other documents into the FedEx envelope you are sending to VFS. VFS guys will use a new FedEx envelope on their side when sending you the new OCI card. Hope this helps.

  • @shreyaramashesha7750
    @shreyaramashesha7750 3 роки тому

    Hi, while entering my information in VFS Global website for my OCI Miscellaneous Services, it asks for a mandatory field for "Father's full Name" as it appears in US passport. However, it looks like the father's name is not mandatory in US passport, but my original OCI has the initials and the name of my father, but not like, first name, Middle Name, Last Name format. So, I am wondering if it is ok to enter it in VFS Global as same as it in my original OCI card?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      I would go with the Father's name as it appears on the OCI card.

  • @kondaanil1307
    @kondaanil1307 3 роки тому

    As per you final courier documents you mentioned Return Label but when I printed I got only one label which is going from me (Applicant). From my Address to Indian Consular Address. Where do i get return label?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому +1

      One of my friends shared with me recently that VFS global is nowadays taking care of the return label on their end. So once you send in your package, they will print out the return label on their end and mail you back the OCI card once processed successfully.

    • @kondaanil1307
      @kondaanil1307 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 Thank you so much.

  • @kirchunetwork1986
    @kirchunetwork1986 3 роки тому

    Does Anybody know how to fix the mistake in government form after registering in VFS and making the payment ?

    • @kirchunetwork1986
      @kirchunetwork1986 3 роки тому

      I called the call center and got the answer. In this case help desk recommended me to redo the entire government application form and VFS form including payment. Since I have already paid I need to request for the refund for the earlier transaction. I will update this thread as I progress.

  • @yagneshpurani8217
    @yagneshpurani8217 3 роки тому

    As per your suggestion e-mail you, thanks and looking forward for your reply

  • @kyipadolma9105
    @kyipadolma9105 3 роки тому

    I am over 60. Just moved to another adres. Is it mandatory to renew the oci? Thanks

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      Renew your OCI once you renew your US Passport.

  • @babu9814
    @babu9814 3 роки тому

    For one who turned 50 since first OCI but US passport still valid, is OCI renewal required?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      You can renew OCI once US passport expires and you renew US Passport. (It is not mandatory to renew OCI after you turn 50 as long as US passport is valid)

    • @babu9814
      @babu9814 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 Thank you

  • @padmajathippasani2743
    @padmajathippasani2743 3 роки тому

    Hi Subraman, My initial OCI was issued by Houston center. When I registered at OCI service, it has given me reference USAH007F9M21, not USAA (for atlanta). The VFS global is rejecting this reference number with - Government reference number is not valid. Please recheck if its correctly entered or belongs to the correct Consular Jurisdiction. Can you please help?

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      Hello Nara and Padmaja, If I am understanding your note, you were residing at Houston during the time your previous OCI card was issued. Now your residence is at Atlanta (or one of the locations serviced by Consulate General of India, Atlanta). I think you entered 'Houston' by mistake in response to the prompt 'Select Mission' at the time you were filling out the OCI Application form at ociservices.gov.in. You will need to start a new Application and provide Atlanta as the Mission so the Application can be processed correctly. You can discard the previous Application. If I have not understood your issue please let me know. Hope this helps.

    • @narathippasani2870
      @narathippasani2870 3 роки тому

      @@subraman9436 Yes, Subraman, Thank you so much. I was able to do it correctly.

  • @kamalshah3458
    @kamalshah3458 3 роки тому

    Hello Subraman,Many Thanks,kindly provide your email so i have question for OCI so i will ask you

    • @subraman9436
      @subraman9436  3 роки тому

      Hello Kamal, You can write to me at subramravimusic at gmail dot com