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Revised guidelines for re-issuance of OCI Cards

Posted on: July 19, 2021 | Back | Print

PRESS RELEASE

Re-issue of OCI cards

In continuation of Press Release dated 28 April, 2021 (https://www.cgitoronto.gov.in/alert_detail/?alertid=140) the module under OCI Miscellaneous Services in the OCI portal has been made operational with effect from 15 July, 2021

Please visit the given link : https://ociservices.gov.in/capchaActionMisc for new OCI misc.updation.

In case the existing OCI card holder wishes to update/upload the latest information about his latest passport, Change in address/Occupation/Contact details/spouse name, the OCI card holder can select either of the following two option/(s) given below and upload the latest photograph and requisite documents. These details shall be updated into the OCI system records and an acknowledgement shall be shared with OCI card holder on his/her registered email ID.
1. In case of change of Passport (each time a new passport is issued up to 20 years of age and once after completing 50 years of age)
2. In case change in address/occupation/contact details/spouse name.

Henceforth, the re-issuance of new OCI card will be applicable only for following categories:
1. In case of issuance of new passport (once a new passport is issued after completing 20 years of age.)
2. In case of change of personal particulars viz. name, father's name, nationality etc.
3. In case of loss/damage of OCI registration certificate.

July 15, 2021

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