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

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  • Опубліковано 24 тра 2021
  • 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
    @daniellemails 9 місяців тому +3

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  9 місяців тому

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  9 місяців тому

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

    • @daniellemails
      @daniellemails 9 місяців тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  9 місяців тому +1

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

  • @OffbeatTravelVK
    @OffbeatTravelVK  3 роки тому +15

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    Other VFS related processes:
    Indian Passport Renewal VFS Process: ua-cam.com/video/8R3o-o_T86Y/v-deo.html
    Renunciation of Indian Citizenship: ua-cam.com/video/PZzcXUmX7h0/v-deo.html
    Applying for Global Entry: ua-cam.com/video/dpnvWk215-M/v-deo.html

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  3 роки тому +3

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    • @TheWorldTeacher
      @TheWorldTeacher 2 роки тому

      @@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
      @nadeemflex92 Рік тому

      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
      @bhavananangare8156 11 місяців тому +1

      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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  11 місяців тому

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

  • @mubarizkhaja2926
    @mubarizkhaja2926 2 роки тому +3

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

      You are so welcome! Im glad this video was helpful! appreciate it.
      Please do give this video a thumbs up & my channel a subscribe. More such videos coming soon!

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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  • @sobifrancis7320
    @sobifrancis7320 4 місяці тому +1

    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👍👍👍

  • @notea1
    @notea1 2 роки тому +4

    Message coming after root page (something went wrong try again later)

  • @AakashPatel93
    @AakashPatel93 2 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @syedfarhan5363
    @syedfarhan5363 Рік тому +2

    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

  • @manujohnson3259
    @manujohnson3259 2 роки тому +4

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

      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
      @manujohnson3259 2 роки тому +2

      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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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  • @tanyabhutani7337
    @tanyabhutani7337 2 роки тому +3

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +2

      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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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  • @wendyved420
    @wendyved420 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @Helloannette
    @Helloannette 3 місяці тому +1

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

  • @OffbeatTravelVK
    @OffbeatTravelVK  3 роки тому +1

    ***** 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

  • @cavalli821
    @cavalli821 3 роки тому +3

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  3 роки тому +1

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

    • @cavalli821
      @cavalli821 3 роки тому +2

      @@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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  3 роки тому

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

    • @cavalli821
      @cavalli821 3 роки тому +1

      @@OffbeatTravelVK Done!

    • @harrysingh7067
      @harrysingh7067 3 роки тому +1

      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...

  • @pujashsrma1976
    @pujashsrma1976 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @harrysingh7067
    @harrysingh7067 3 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  3 роки тому

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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  • @dharinipatel596
    @dharinipatel596 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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  • @relaxationmusic7094
    @relaxationmusic7094 Рік тому +1

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

  • @someshbatra81
    @someshbatra81 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @Girish012000
    @Girish012000 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @gurjeetkaur6081
    @gurjeetkaur6081 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @AAT745
    @AAT745 6 місяців тому

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  6 місяців тому

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

  • @sainiranjan40
    @sainiranjan40 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @yetty4032
    @yetty4032 Рік тому +1

    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

  • @josieschmitz4126
    @josieschmitz4126 Рік тому +1

    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! :)

  • @bobyjacob7
    @bobyjacob7 19 днів тому +1

    FYI… the checklist is updated also the required documents

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  16 днів тому

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

  • @kavyaj7828
    @kavyaj7828 Рік тому +2

    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?

  • @sreeambi
    @sreeambi 3 роки тому +2

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  3 роки тому

      @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.

  • @Charliebrown7000
    @Charliebrown7000 2 роки тому +1

    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!

  • @NewBalance-pu8ft
    @NewBalance-pu8ft 3 роки тому +2

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  3 роки тому

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

  • @arunmanipalaniyandi3183
    @arunmanipalaniyandi3183 Рік тому +1

    Very well explained very useful Easy to follow

  • @poojanparikh5293
    @poojanparikh5293 5 місяців тому +1

    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.!

  • @AnittaJohnUSA
    @AnittaJohnUSA 2 роки тому +1

    Nice...thanks fo the detailed step by step

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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

  • @nilanjanasen9406
    @nilanjanasen9406 Рік тому +2

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  Рік тому +1

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

    • @nilanjanasen9406
      @nilanjanasen9406 Рік тому +1

      @@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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  Рік тому

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

  • @prakashbsiva
    @prakashbsiva 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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

    • @prakashbsiva
      @prakashbsiva 2 роки тому +1

      @@OffbeatTravelVK 🫂🤗 keep rocking!

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Machi

  • @mangeshparab4008
    @mangeshparab4008 Рік тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  Рік тому

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

  • @dshanold
    @dshanold 7 місяців тому +1

    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

  • @Bhalla52
    @Bhalla52 Рік тому +1

    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

  • @DOUCELOVESYOU
    @DOUCELOVESYOU 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @shindersamra4020
    @shindersamra4020 2 роки тому +1

    I apply visa when go to India otherwise, you get visa then they will change rules, then you got to apply again.

  • @royal897
    @royal897 3 місяці тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  3 місяці тому

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

  • @sreeambi
    @sreeambi 2 роки тому +2

    Hello , thank you for your informative video. my question is i finished my application. when i printed top portion is missing . no consulate general of India and Chicago address. only showing Chicago
    . i used chrome and Firefox also. any comments? thank you in advance.

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

      Try adjusting your printer page size options.

  • @syedfawaz8090
    @syedfawaz8090 7 місяців тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  6 місяців тому +1

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

  • @DOUCELOVESYOU
    @DOUCELOVESYOU 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @xxNightWarrior2
    @xxNightWarrior2 Рік тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  Рік тому

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

  • @Girish012000
    @Girish012000 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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

  • @annmatt9681
    @annmatt9681 Рік тому +1

    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!

  • @pervinvohra6023
    @pervinvohra6023 2 роки тому +1

    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

  • @parthvirana4148
    @parthvirana4148 Рік тому +1

    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

  • @sheelagandhi4496
    @sheelagandhi4496 2 роки тому +2

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

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

  • @kevinpatel2350
    @kevinpatel2350 2 роки тому +1

    my mom is a citizen of us (indian) and dad a greencard holder so for nationality do i have to put india or US?

  • @tonsepai8459
    @tonsepai8459 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

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

  • @shishirmore6214
    @shishirmore6214 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @PSagarful
    @PSagarful 10 місяців тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  10 місяців тому +1

      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
      @PSagarful 10 місяців тому

      Thank you for your response!@@OffbeatTravelVK

  • @nilanjanasen9406
    @nilanjanasen9406 25 днів тому

    Please help me with this, my daughter (18) acquired US citizenship through parents when she was a minor( so she doesn’t have her own naturalization certificate). Now we are applying for her OCI, as an adult. I can not find the affidavit format that we, both parents, must sign and get notarized, that’s needed to be sent along with our naturalization certificate for our daughter’s new OCI application. Thank you

  • @patelt88
    @patelt88 Місяць тому

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

  • @ashuj691
    @ashuj691 2 роки тому +2

    Do you have any consent letter samples? I have to apply OCI for an adult and minor.

  • @school77231
    @school77231 3 місяці тому +1

    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)

  • @dshanold
    @dshanold 7 місяців тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  7 місяців тому

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

  • @alammudassar1203
    @alammudassar1203 2 роки тому +1

    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!!!

  • @sanchitabristy9842
    @sanchitabristy9842 2 роки тому +1

    Hi,i want to know that,if i apply for OCI,how long i have to stay in india??can't i travel another country during this process?pls reply

  • @sakshigarg7583
    @sakshigarg7583 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

      Yes I think if that applies to you and that option is given 🙏🏼
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  • @manishdesai623
    @manishdesai623 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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

  • @anilbandaru3350
    @anilbandaru3350 22 дні тому +1

    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.

  • @car-pen-try
    @car-pen-try 11 місяців тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  11 місяців тому

      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.

  • @hemlii1
    @hemlii1 Рік тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  Рік тому

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

  • @armaannanda4299
    @armaannanda4299 2 роки тому +2

    Hi, Vk. I need your guidance to apply for renunciation of my Indian passport. In 2006 , I got my U.S. Citizenship & got American passport. I apply for India’s Visa. India Embassy Chicago they put cancelled stamp on my Indian passport & returned my Indian passport & issued me 10 years visa for India. Now my Indian visa expired in 2019 . & I want to apply India’s visa. But some how I lost my Indian passport & I don’t have passport number or any copy of that so how I can apply for renunciation without Indian passport. What type of documents need to provide instead of Indian passport so I can apply for renunciation. I’m 65 years young woman & want to see my family in India. Please help me to get visa for India. Without renunciation I’m not able to get that. Thanks in advance

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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  • @ajsguest
    @ajsguest 2 роки тому +2

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +2

      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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for all the comments. Please also help me by subscribing to my UA-cam channel.

    • @parthsoni1433
      @parthsoni1433 2 роки тому +1

      @@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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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  • @sonal3901
    @sonal3901 2 роки тому +1

    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?

  • @satyambrahmbhattbrahmbhatt
    @satyambrahmbhattbrahmbhatt Рік тому +1

    hii,,i have question,my father and my mother both are citizen of united states and both have OCI of india,what woulb be the ans in fist question of part B ? yes or no ? please rply asap.. thank you so much,,

  • @jatinramani2009
    @jatinramani2009 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

      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.

  • @lsriramakumar
    @lsriramakumar 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

      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.

  • @rohitparikh5399
    @rohitparikh5399 2 роки тому +1

    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?

  • @therealJeffMatt
    @therealJeffMatt 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

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

  • @sheelagandhi4496
    @sheelagandhi4496 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

      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!

  • @dpv8848
    @dpv8848 2 роки тому +1

    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?

  • @arpasamadder941
    @arpasamadder941 Рік тому +1

    What is the Indian visa document should I provide can u tell me plz ?

  • @hetpatel3034
    @hetpatel3034 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Varun,
    ive got my oci appointment in 5 days could you please tell me if i selected my grand mother as the relation with the root indian do i need to provide any supporting documents and also i could've chosen myself but i just wanted to know is it going to be a problem for choosing my grandmother
    thanks,

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

      Should not be a problem. As long as you have your supporting documents. But if you yourself was former Indian citizen should have been good too.

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

      Do you have copy of grandmas birth certificate or passport etc v

    • @hetpatel3034
      @hetpatel3034 2 роки тому +1

      @@OffbeatTravelVK Yh I just filled in another application as it’s much easier to just upload a picture of my Indian passport

    • @hetpatel3034
      @hetpatel3034 2 роки тому +1

      And I also had a different question you know when it asks for previous nationality of applicant ( if any) I’ve put is as india and the passport number. Is that ok??

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

      @@hetpatel3034 yes

  • @sulochanakalyan2937
    @sulochanakalyan2937 3 роки тому +1

    Well explained. Good luck

  • @awatev
    @awatev 2 роки тому +1

    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?

  • @fregifrancis
    @fregifrancis 7 місяців тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  7 місяців тому

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

  • @RaviPatel-0812
    @RaviPatel-0812 9 місяців тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  9 місяців тому

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

  • @deerantopandasani8326
    @deerantopandasani8326 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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

  • @Hovhhjj
    @Hovhhjj Рік тому +1

    Sir I made a mistake while making payment online I put my husbands application reference number and for husband payment mine but passport number and name,phone numbers are correct what to do can you guide me please

  • @Jay-ce7yt
    @Jay-ce7yt Рік тому +1

    Hi Offbeat I was applying for my OCI and filled out all the information, but there is part where we have to add previous nationality. On that previous nationality part I forgot to add my previous nationality. What should I do?

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  11 місяців тому

      Did you submit the application and pay?

  • @saulgoodman7495
    @saulgoodman7495 2 роки тому +1

    18:50 marriage certificate it said applicable upload if applying based on spouse?
    do i need to still upload this as i have submitted my application without this document

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

      Are you applying based on your own Indian lineage or via spouse. if its the latter, you are going to get asked documents for validation, if yes then do expect a delay on your application

  • @bagri5618
    @bagri5618 Рік тому +1

    Thks. This video is very helpful

  • @anu4406
    @anu4406 Рік тому +1

    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

  • @syedfawaz8090
    @syedfawaz8090 6 місяців тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  6 місяців тому +1

      Only if self attestation is asked Syed on document checklist.

    • @syedfawaz8090
      @syedfawaz8090 6 місяців тому +1

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  6 місяців тому +1

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

    • @syedfawaz8090
      @syedfawaz8090 6 місяців тому

      @@OffbeatTravelVK Thanks again! Take care!

  • @cristiano1339
    @cristiano1339 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

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

    • @cristiano1339
      @cristiano1339 2 роки тому

      @@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

  • @cloudtech273
    @cloudtech273 2 роки тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

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

  • @sajeshenampurath2858
    @sajeshenampurath2858 Рік тому +1

    Previous Nationality field: In this video at 16:13, you are saying Previous nationality can be left blank. But if I select India it is asking for the renunciated passport no. So are we not supposed to select India here ?? I am confused.

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  Рік тому

      In order to apply for OCI you need to renounce Indian citizenship first and get renunciation certificate first in case you are going that route.

  • @sunnypal3628
    @sunnypal3628 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks a lot, great help

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

      Most Welcome 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
      Appreciate it a lot. Please help me with subscribing to my channel to support me 🙏🏼😊

  • @sgill4833
    @sgill4833 Рік тому +1

    My mom couldn't get hers because she lost her pink landing papers in Canada that she received in the 1970s. And canada has no system to replace this card. Ridiculous. I tried to apply 3 yrs ago. Maybe they made it easier now.

  • @krishnababumohanbabu2466
    @krishnababumohanbabu2466 2 роки тому +1

    You are the best !!!

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

      Thank you Krishna Babu Sir! Comments like these make my day more worth it. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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  • @ratan012
    @ratan012 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent work. Thank you.

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому

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  • @siddhipatel3380
    @siddhipatel3380 7 місяців тому +1

    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
      @OffbeatTravelVK  6 місяців тому

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

  • @uhashem
    @uhashem 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Varun. Thanks very much for all your effort. I am a foreign national holding dual nationality . I applied to OCi in lieu of a valid pio card. My wife is Indian. My file was rejected . It said : ' NATIVE ADDRESS PROOF IS MISSING'. What does this mean? when filling the application I did not see a box which implies (native address proof). Thank you very much. Sam

  • @brijeshpatel8388
    @brijeshpatel8388 2 роки тому +1

    Hi,
    So I’ve uploaded all documents and I can view every single document except previous Indian passport of my self it’s been uploaded successfully but wen I try to view it, it keeps giving me blank page or error but all the other documents I can view them expect this.

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  2 роки тому +1

      As long as it’s successfully uploaded and attached you should be good.

  • @gauravrandhawa1422
    @gauravrandhawa1422 Рік тому +1

    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

  • @surpreetsingh7248
    @surpreetsingh7248 11 місяців тому +1

    Hey brother, i have a question.. i am trying to put my temporary id , its not accepting, i try both temporary ids.. does they have any specific time to complete the application ?

    • @OffbeatTravelVK
      @OffbeatTravelVK  11 місяців тому

      Sorry to hear that. Website is glitchy sometimes. If possible finish it in one go