Can OCI card holder live permanently in India?

Does OCI expire at age 50?

Once you reach the age of 50, you must apply for OCI card renewal and have your visa re-issued. For those between the ages of 21 and 50, there are no mandatory requirements to get your card re-issued. Similarly, after the age of 50, it is not mandatory to renew your OCI card every time you get a new passport.

Does India allow dual citizenship with Canada?

The Constitution of India does not allow the holding of Indian citizenship with that of a foreign country simultaneously.

How long can OCI holders stay in India?

An OCI card holder can stay in India for life time. It is important for an OCI card holder to ensure that they hold valid passports from their home country. In case the passport needs to be renewed then the OCI card holders have to get it renewed visiting their home country embassy in India.

How do I update my OCI after a new passport?

To update new passport particulars towards existing OCI card, please follow below process. Apply under OCI Miscellaneous Service online at https://ociservices.gov.in/ Click on "Fill New Miscellaneous Application" Select option "Passport particulars updation" under “GRATIS” service.

Does an OCI card count as citizenship?

If you get an OCI, it is NOT the same as being a regular Indian citizen: You do not get an Indian passport. There is no such thing as an OCI passport. You have no voting rights.

Is OCI dual citizenship in Canada?

However, the OCI is not the same as 'dual citizenship' as OCI does not grant political rights. Registered Overseas Citizens of India are not entitled to the rights provided to a citizen of India under Article 16 of the Constitution in terms of equal opportunity in public employment.

What OCI can't do in India?

The OCI is not entitled to vote, be a member of Legislative Assembly or Legislative Council or Parliament, cannot hold constitutional posts such as President, Vice President, Judge of Supreme Court or High Court etc.

Can OCI card holder open bank account in India?

Further, an OCI can open all types of accounts allowed to a Resident customer. A joint account with Resident Indian (RI) who is a close relative can also be opened subject to following conditions: Mode of operation permitted is 'Former (NRI) or Survivor' only.

Can a Canadian citizen own property in India?

Yes, Canadians who are residing in India may purchase immovable property in the country, however they must obtain approvals and satisfy any relevant requirements that have been imposed by governmental authorities such as State Governments.

Can OCI sell property in India with power of attorney?

As per the Registration Act, 1908, whenever an NRI sells or purchases a house property, both parties must be present physically while registering the transaction. If the buyer or seller is not present to sign the documents, a trusted person can be appointed as the Power of Attorney.

Does OCI need to be renewed if passport is renewed?

(2) WHEN RE-ISSUE OF OCI CARD IS NOT NEEDED / ONLINE UPDATION IS SUFFICIENT: OCI cardholder is required to upload ONLINE a copy of the new passport and a recent photo each time a new passport is issued up to 20 years of age and once after completing 50 years of age.

Can I travel to India with OCI card and new passport?

A: You will be allowed entry into India if you have a valid OCI Card and a valid foreign passport. You do not need to carry the old passport on which your "U” (OCI) Visa was stamped, if that happens to be different from your current passport.

Can OCI holder inherit property in India?

OCI can also acquire property in the form of inheritance. NRI/OCI can acquire immovable property in India, (other than agricultural land/farmhouse/ plantation property), by way of gift from OCI who is relative u/s 2(77) of Companies Act 2013.

Can OCI take rupees out of India?

Indian residents travelling abroad can take Indian currency notes (Indian rupees) not exceeding Rs. 25,000. Indian residents who went outside can also bring back Indian currency notes not exceeding Rs. 25,000.

How long can I stay in India?

Tourist visas are granted for 3 months, 6 months to 1 year with single, double or multiple entries. Irrespective of the visa validity, maximum period of stay in India is limited to 180 days only.

Can I live in India permanently?

Additionally, if you are not a person of Indian origin, you can obtain permanent residency through investment. You must invest under the Foreign Direct Investment route. The amount you must invest is 1.5 million within 18 months, which should lead to the employment of at least 20 locals or Indian residents every year.

How can I move to India permanently?

How long can Canadian citizen stay outside Canada?

How long are you welcome to visit another country? A Canadian can stay for up to 182 days per calendar year (without paying U.S. income tax). Visitors can stay for maximum of six months in each 12 months (not a calendar year, but counting backwards 12 months from your date of entry).

How do I know if my OCI is updated?

An applicant can check the status of his/her OCI Card application by visiting “https://ociservices.gov.in/welcome” and clicking on “Status Enquiry”. Further, the applicant can also check the status of his/her application on VFS Global portal where he/she has already registered while applying for the OCI Card.