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Does OCI require appointment?

Applications can only be submitted with prior appointment. Appointments must be booked in line with the service required.

How do I book an appointment to renew my Indian passport?

Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the registered Login Id. Click “Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport” link. Fill in the required details in the form and submit. Click the “Pay and Schedule Appointment” link on the “View Saved/Submitted Applications” screen to schedule an appointment.

How can I get appointment for OCI?

Step-by-step guide

  1. Identify OCI service type. Choose the right type of service.
  2. Prepare your application. Get started with your consular service application.
  3. Book an appointment. Choose an Application Centre and make an appointment.
  4. Visit an Application Centre.
  5. Track your application.

How do I renew my Indian passport in Birmingham?

All applications need to be completed online. The Indian citizens living in the jurisdiction of the CGI Birmingham are requested to use the new portal at https://embassy.passportindia.gov.in/ for availing Passport service with effect from 01st October 2019.

How much is OCI fees UK?

OCI Card fees in the UK The total cost to get an OCI card in the UK is £201.44. The OCI application VFS Service fee is £7.44. You can pay the OCI fees using Cash, Debit Card or via Postal Order or Bank Draft payable to “VF Services UK Ltd.”

Do I need to submit passport for OCI?

A valid original US passport or Non-Indian passport if the nationality is non-US is needed at this point. The U-Visa (OCI) sticker needs to be affixed to a blank visa page in the passport. The passport must have minimum 2 blank pages and a minimum validity of 6 months from the date of application.

How do I renew my OCI card UK?

How to renew OCI card in UK?

  1. No form need to be submitted at VFS Centre.
  2. No Fee to be aid.
  3. Completely Online process.
  4. New details will be updated in the OCI database and OCI Cardholders can travel easily with same OCI card and current Passport.

Can I submit OCI application in person?

Complete OCI Card Application Process All OCI applications should be sent to the respective VFS Global Centers per your jurisdiction. In person application is prohibited until further notice.

How long does it take to get OCI card in UK?

4-6 weeks
How long will it take to get OCI card in UK? The time taken for issue of OCI Card is minimum 4-6 weeks, delay beyond the specific time frame cannot be ruled out owing to certain technical reasons. All applicants are advised to book their travel plan only after obtaining the OCI. For spouse cases, it may take more time.

How long does OCI take to process?

8-10 weeks
OCI application normally takes 8-10 weeks for processing. The complete processing of OCI card involves a number of steps. The processing can be further delayed because of incomplete applications.

How many days it will take to renew Indian passport in UK?

4 to 5 weeks
Processing time for all Fresh & Renewal of passport applications submitted in all India Visa & Consular Service Centres in UK is 4 to 5 weeks.

Where can I submit my OCI application?

You can submit your application at the VFS Indian Consular Application Centre based on your state of residence.