PIO conversion to OCI Trade & Commerce

PIO conversion to OCI

DEADLINE FOR CONVERSION FROM PIO CARDS TO OCI CARDS

As on Oct 23rd, 2018

        The PIO Card scheme has been withdrawn with effect from 09.01.2015. Henceforth, applicants may apply only for OCI card.

        All PIO cardholders are advised to apply for conversion of their PIO card to OCI card before March 31, 2019 at https://ociservices.gov.in/ . Please note that applicants residing in Shanghai, Zhejiang and Jiangsu may submit the applications at the Consulate General of India, Shanghai.

Documents required:

  1. Online application with two 2x2(50x50mm) size photographs
  2. Current passport and a copy of passport
  3. PIO Card and copy of PIO Card
  4. Address proof  

Following benefits will be allowed to an OCI card holder:

  • OCI card is a smart card which will facilitate quicker immigration clearance at the immigration counters in India.
  • Multi-purpose, multiple entries, lifelong visa for visiting India
  • Exemption from registration with local police authorities for any length of stay in India
  • Parity with NRI in respect of economic, financial and educational fields except in matters relating to the acquisition of agricultural /plantation properties. 

Fee:

S. No.

Document Type

Fee in RMB*

1.

Adult and minor [ For those NOT holding PIO Cards ]

2293

2.

Person holding PIO Cards [Adult]

225

3.

Person holding PIO Cards [Minors]

1218

4.

Miscellaneous services like : Change of details in the card, correction for wrong filing of particulars and transferring visa to the new passport

225

5.

Lost/damaged OCI documents/visa stickers

845

6.

Refund if not found eligible after deducting the administrative costs [administrative costs: equivalent of USD 25]. In case of PIO card holders, no refund is applicable.

2068