: Full face view with a neutral expression and mouth closed. Signature Photo : Aspect Ratio : Must be 1:3 (height to width). Size : Maximum 30kb in jpeg or jpg format. 3. Document Preparation
: This could be a birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or surrendered Indian passport. oci.mp4
The first step is completed on the official Government of India OCI Services portal . : Full face view with a neutral expression and mouth closed
: US-born minors require an Apostille on their birth certificate. : US-born minors require an Apostille on their
Incorrect photos are a leading cause of application rejection. : Dimensions : Square shape, minimum pixels, maximum Background : Plain light color ( not white ).
: Provide additional details like employment, address in India, and previous Indian citizenship.
: Documentation like a marriage certificate or court order is required if your current name differs from your birth record. 4. Submission via VFS Global