I am traveling to India from the USA with my infant USA-born baby in 3 months. Can I apply for OCI and Indian visa for him together so that he will at least have the visa in case he doesn't get the OCI on time? What is the process to obtain either?
Can I Apply OCI and Indian Visa for USA-Born Baby Together?
Yes, you can apply for an Indian visa for your USA-born infant while also applying for an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card. The Indian visa ensures your child can travel to India even if the OCI is not issued in time.
Process for an Indian visa for a US-born infant:
1. Apply for an e-Tourist visa or regular tourist visa at the Indian consulate or through the official visa application portal.
2. Provide your child’s passport, completed application form, recent photograph, and proof of US citizenship.
3. Pay the visa fee and attend an appointment if required.
Process for OCI card:
1. Submit an OCI application at the Indian consulate or through the official OCI portal.
2. Provide your child’s US passport, birth certificate, proof of Indian origin (parents’ Indian passports or OCI), and photographs.
3. Pay the OCI fee and submit biometrics if required.
It is common to apply for both simultaneously. The visa will allow travel if the OCI processing is delayed, and once the OCI card is issued, your child can travel on that instead.
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