APPLICATION FOR OCI

IVC Services expanded its assistance with OCI paperwork preparation following the demands of the Indian High Commission in Singapore.

An OCI application must be submitted online, and a photo, signature, and supporting papers must all be uploaded.
IVC assists with the creation of OCI documentation and photographs.

We provide advice on a range of

Personal documents, including birth and marriage certificates, must be attested for OCI applications.

IVC Services provides the necessary attestation services from the MFA in Singapore and the MEA in New Delhi.

SIGN UP FOR OCI APPLICATION SINGAPORE

IVC assists with the OCI Application Singapore documents and photo preparation.

We provide OCI Application Singapore counseling services and help with your OCI Card documentation.

The appropriate nationality embassy must certify any documented proof issued outside India, which can be done through IVC Services.

Contact us if you would like further details.

ELIGIBILITY FOR SINGAPORE OCI APPLICATION:

For registration as an Overseas Citizen of India - Cardholder for OCI Singapore, the following types of foreign citizens are eligible:

• Who was an Indian citizen on or before January 26, 1995, the date the Constitution took effect; or
• Who may have applied to become an Indian citizen on June 01, 1995; or
• Who belongs to a region that joined India after August 15, 1947; or
• Who is such a citizen's child, grandchild, great-grandchild; or
• Who is a minor child of the individuals as mentioned earlier; or
• Who is a juvenile and whose parents are either Indian citizens or at least one of them is; or
• Spouse of foreign origin of an Indian citizen or spouse of foreign origin of an OCI Cardholder registered under section 7A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, whose marriage has existed continuously for at least two years before applying.

No one may register for an OCI Application Singapore if they, or any of their parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents, are or were citizens of Pakistan, Bangladesh, or any other nation that the Central Government may, by publication in the Official Gazette, specify.

Documents required for OCI Singapore applications or OCI Singapore.

• A copy of a current passport valid for at least six months when the application is submitted is acceptable proof of current citizenship in all circumstances.
• Copy any visa (other than a missionary or mountaineering visa) or residential permit with a three-month validity period if the application is submitted in India.
• Evidence of oneself, one's parents, one's grandparents, or one's great-grandparents includes any of the following: (a) being an Indian citizen at the time of, or at any time after, the Constitution's inception on 26.01.1950; (b) being eligible to become an Indian citizen at that time; or (c) being a resident of a territory that joined India after August 15, 1947.

These include:

• a duplicate of an Indian passport; or
• A duplicate of the Domicile Certificate signed by the Responsible Authority;
• a copy of the relevant authority's nativity certificate; or
• A parent's or spouse's OCI or PIO card, as well as the supporting paperwork or documentation used to grant the OCI or PIO card;
• Is any more evidence supporting the request? A certificate of residency or place of birth for the applicant, their parents, or their grandparents must often be provided by the First Class Magistrate or District Magistrate (DM) in the appropriate location.
• Proof of parentage, grandparent, or great-grandparent, if Indian heritage is stated as the foundation for registration as OCI Singapore:
• If a minor child's parents are both Indian citizens or if one parent is an Indian citizen -
• a copy of the kid's birth record
• a copy of each parent's or one parent's Indian Passport
• A copy of the parents'/one of parents' Domicile Certificate or Nativity Certificate, or any other document demonstrating that the parents/one of the parents is an Indian citizen, as issued by the appropriate authority (s).
• If the parents are divorced, the court decree of dissolution of marriage must state clearly that the parent who is submitting the OCI Application Singapore has legal custody of the kid.

• Evidence as the spouse of an Indian national or the spouse of an OCI cardholder for an OCI application Singapore -
• certified marriage license, and
• If you're an Indian citizen's spouse, a copy of your
• a copy of the spouse's domicile certificate or Passport
• Any additional documentation attests to the spouse's citizenship in India, such as a nativity certificate issued by the relevant authority.
• In the case of the spouse of an OCI Card or OCI Singapore holder - A copy of the present valid Passport of the spouse and copy of the OCI Card of the spouse, and copies of the documents upon which the OCI Application Singapore was issued to the spouse.

Benefits of a Singapore OCI or Singapore OCI Application:

• Multiple entrances, lifetime visa for traveling to India for any reason (OCI Card holders, however, would need a specific permit to research in India; they can apply for this at the Indian Mission/Post/FRRO in question).
• No need to register with the Regional Foreigners Registration
• Foreigners Registration Officer (FRRO) or Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO) for stays of any duration in India.
• Equality concerning all resources accessible to Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in economics, finance, and education.

Except for situations involving the purchase of farmland or plantations for OCI Application Singapore.

• When it comes to the international adoption of Indian children, registered OCI Card holders or those who have applied for OCI in Singapore will be regarded on the same footing as non-resident Indians.
• Regarding domestic aviation rates in India, registered OCI Card holders would be treated equally with native Indian residents.
• To enter national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in India, registered OCI Card holders must pay the exact entrance cost as native Indians.
• Equivalence with Non-Resident Indians (NRI) concerning:

• India's national monuments, historical sites, and museums will all need admission fees;
• Following the guidelines outlined in the pertinent Acts, one may practice the following professions in India:
• pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and dentists;
• advocates;
• architects;
• professional accountants,
• To take the All India Pre-Medical Test or other exams necessary to qualify for admission following the requirements of the applicable Acts.
• The OCI Cardholder registration booklets of OCI Card holders or the OCI Application Singapore shall be considered as their identification for any services offered to them, according to state governments. Those who hold an Overseas Citizens of India Card may provide an affidavit attested by a notary public stating that a particular address may be their place of residence in India. If applicable, they may also offer their overseas residential address and, if appropriate, an email address in their affidavit. According to section 7B(1) of the Citizenship Act of 1955, the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs (MOIA) should notify OCI Cardholders of any additional advantages.

Benefits not available to OCI Singapore or OCI Application Singapore

The owner of an OCI Singapore or OCI card is not allowed to vote or sit in the Legislative Assembly, Legislative Council, or Parliament. In addition, they are not permitted to hold constitutional positions like president, vice president, judge of the Supreme Court or High Court, etc.

Except for specific positions and services that the Central Government may, by particular order, define in this regard, the OCI Singapore or OCI card holder shall not be entitled to appointment to public services and posts in connection with the business of the Union or of any State. The OCI Singapore or OCI Cardholder is also prohibited from purchasing agricultural or plantation properties in India, as stated in the paragraph above that follows.

Essential guidelines for OCI Singapore Application:

• In light of biological changes in the applicant's face, the OCI Cardholder or OCI Singapore registration must be obtained once a new passport is issued up until age 20 and after turning 50.
• When a new passport is issued to a person between the ages of 21 and 50, re-issuance of the OCI Cardholder or OCI Singapore registration is not required every time.

But the applicant can apply if they want to use this service.

Revocation of OCI Registration, OCI Singapore, or OCI Singapore Application:

If it is discovered that the registration as an OCI Singapore was obtained through deception, false representation, or concealment of any material fact, or if the registered OCI Cardholder has expressed disapproval of the Indian Constitution or falls under any of the conditions of Section 7D of the Citizenship Act, 1955, the registration of such a person will not only be immediately canceled, but they will also be placed on a blocklist, preventing further entry into India.