OCI Category
The Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card is a long-term visa provided by the Indian government to foreign nationals of Indian origin, including spouses of Indian citizens or OCI holders. It allows for lifelong, multiple-entry travel to India for purposes like tourism, business, and family visits without the need for a visa. Applicants must complete an online form, upload key documents such as a passport, proof of Indian origin, photographs, and, for spousal cases, a registered marriage certificate. The application is submitted through BLS International in Canada, and processing typically takes 8–10 weeks. While OCI holders enjoy benefits like visa-free travel and exemption from FRRO registration, they cannot vote, hold government jobs, or buy agricultural land in India.
About BLS India
BLS India provides efficient visa and consular services for Indian missions worldwide.
Email: info@blsindia-canada.net
Phone: +1 289-201-2094