April 9, 2022 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Please read all instructions and comply – FAQ’s Available at the bottom of the page.
The following 1st Step is Mandatory and based on services you seek Step 2 and 3 are also mandatory
1.You must RSVP here to get all FUTURE Communications relating to this Visa Camp RSVP: https://form.jotform.com/220813682490052
- For Passport/VISA/OCI /Renunciation
- OCI PROCESS
- Complete the online application form on the Government of India Website: ociservices.gov.in/welcome
- After the OCI form is printed, the applicant have to go to the VFS website and complete the registration process: VFS : IHC Questionnaire (vfsglobal.com)
- It is mandatory for the applicant to complete the online process on the VFS website and pay the fee.
- To access the OCI checklists: https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/oci-services/#new-oci
- INDIAN PASSPORT PROCESS
- Complete the online application form on the Government of India Website: https://portal3.passportindia.gov.in/Online/index.html (Click on Register).
- After the passport form is printed, applicant have to go to the VFS website and complete the registration process: VFS : IHC Questionnaire (vfsglobal.com)
- It is mandatory for the applicant to complete the online process on the VFS website and pay the fee.
- To access the passport checklists: https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/passport-services/
- INDIAN RENUNCIATION PROCESS
- Complete the online application form on the Government of India Website: https://portal3.passportindia.gov.in/Online/index.html (Click on Register).
- After the renunciation form is printed, applicant have to go to the VFS website and complete the registration process: VFS : IHC Questionnaire (vfsglobal.com)
- It is mandatory for the applicant to complete the online process on the VFS website and pay the fee.
- To access the Renunciation checklists: https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/renunciation-of-indian-citizenship/
- INDIAN VISA PROCESS
- Complete the online application form on the Government of India Website: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/
- After the Visa form is printed, applicant have to go to the VFS website and complete the registration process: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/ind/register
- It is mandatory for the applicant to complete the online process on the VFS website and pay the fee online.
- To access the Visa checklists: https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/visa-services/
- Miscellaneous Consular Service (Power of Attorney etc.)
Misc. Consular Services such as Power of Attorney, Attestation, etc. will be provided directly by the Consulate Officer at the campsite. Misc. Consular Services will be processed and will be delivered at the Campsite itself. Applicants may complete the online application form on CGI, New York website https://www.indiainnewyork.gov.in/Miscellaneous_service. Once filled please take a printout of the filled application and bring it along with supporting documents. It will be processed and delivered at the campsite itself. Documentary requirements, fees, etc. can be seen at CGI, New York website.
- Complete and print all the forms
- Bring required fees in the specified format to the camp
- NO APPOINTMENT NNEDED FOR Misc. Services
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| Do you have any other questions? | Answers |
| Do I have give the original US Passports? and how long they passports are kept. | No at in-person camp you get your US passport back right away |
| I need to renew my OCI. However, when original OCI ( in 2006) was issued there was no provision for certificate of renunciation. My Indian passport was cancelled and returned and OCI was issued. Do I need to apply for certificate of renunciation to renew my OCI. |
No you don’t check this for document cklist https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/oci-services/#new-oci |
| Do they give visa on the spot? | No Visa comes back in 4+-5 days |
| Do I need to get Renunciation certificate before applying for OCI? | Check this: Rules: While applying for an OCI, it is mandatory to provide proof of your Cancelled Indian passport. If you cannot provide any evidence, then you are required to obtain a Renunciation Certificate which has fees and penalties based on categories selected” with “Rules: While applying for an OCI, it is mandatory for former Indian nationals to provide a Certificate of Renunciation of Indian citizenship. If you do not have the Renunciation Certificate, please apply for it first and after getting the renunciation certificate, please apply for OCI . https://services.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/ind/apply-oci-services |
| Do we need to notorize the required supporting documents? | If you can bring originals then no. |
| is new oci required with new passport after reaching 50 years of age | https://www.indianembassyusa.gov.in/pages/NjI |
| Tourist evisa validity for 1 year We are travelling to India in the first week of June. Can we get our OCI done before that. |
Check Processing time: https://services.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/india/united-states-of-america/oci-services/#new-oci |
| Attestation of passport and OCI card and PAN Card and USA driver license. Also need WIll attestation for India assets. |
Visit https://www.indiainnewyork.gov.in/Miscellaneous_service. |
| Do I need to get my two years daughter for applying her OCI? | No. Either parent with blood relations can apply |
| JUST CONFUSED WHAT WE NEED TO DO TO MAKE SURE OUR OCI CARDS ARE VALID- I GUESS WE GOT IT BEFORE WE TURNED 50 AND OUR OUR CHILDREN WERE YOUNGER SO AS PER THE NEW RULES WE NEED TO FILL A FORM | yes- |
| How to get a renunciation letter? | Check this page- https://www.iagb.org/event/visa-camp-april-9th-2022/ |
| Passport – My spouse indian passport name do not have a last name. So USA visa has FNU in her driver license, SSN and h1b visa. CAN we correct that in passport services in the camp to properly have her first name and last name? | Check Passport process: https://www.iagb.org/event/visa-camp-april-9th-2022/ |
| I still have my Indian passport with me. What do I do with it? | Apply for Renunciation |
| Can we notarize the annexures for passport renewal at the Camp? Or should we get bring it notarized? | Please try to bring notarized copies |
| I’m becoming citizens in k lol ast years and I need cancel ours Indian passport and apply OCI FOR MY FAMILY 3 person including me Thanks |
2 step process- Cancel passport first- links above |
| Hi there – three questions: – I and my two daughters have 5 yr e-visas that were never used due to COVID. Can we use them for future travel to India until get our OCI processed? – |
yes- |
| We have to obtain a renunciation certificate for both my spouse and I before applying for our OCI – can we do that step and OCI application together? | Two separate Steps |
| Do I need to submit documents and pay fees online or both can be paid at the camp. Thx | Online |
| Once we fill forms and pay fee for OCI, will the OCI issued at VISA camp or will it be verified and send to address later? | Your paperwork is checked and approved by officials and mailed to you later. |
| I want to avail OCI for my son – Neel who is months old. Shluld I fill al forms and submit on VFS website or shluld I bring to the camp? This is the first time I am attending camp. Please help on understanding how this camp can help my son to get OCI. | Your minor son does not need to attend. Follow the steps outlined on the website |