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The OCI card allows eligible individuals of Indian origin and their minor children to live, work, and travel in India long-term without a visa.
BLS International provides support for processing OCI applications in Canada on behalf of the Indian Consulate.
👥 Who Can Apply for OCI?
Former Indian citizens
Children or grandchildren of Indian citizens
Spouses of Indian citizens or OCI holders (if married for 2+ years)
Minors born to at least one parent of Indian origin
📋 Types of OCI Applications Handled by BLS:
1New OCI – Adult
For adults who:
- ●Have acquired Canadian citizenship
- ●Are applying for OCI for the first time
Documents needed:
- ● Indian passport (last held)
- ● Renunciation certificate (mandatory if Indian passport was held)
- ● Canadian passport
- ● Citizenship certificate
- ● Address proof in Canada
- ● OCI application form (filled online at OCI Portal)
2New OCI – Minor
For children born in Canada to Indian-origin parents.
Documents typically required:
- ● Child's Canadian passport
- ● Child's birth certificate
- ● Parent(s)' Indian passport/OCI
- ● Renunciation certificate of Indian parent (if applicable)
- ● Address proof
- ● Photos and signature/thumbprint of child
- ● Annexure forms (e.g., parental declaration)
3OCI Reissuance (Renewal)
Required in these cases:
- ● Passport reissue for minors
- ● New passport issued after age 20 for adults (if OCI was issued before)
- ● Change in personal details (e.g., name, appearance)
- ● Damaged OCI card
4Lost/Damaged OCI Card Replacement
If the original OCI card is lost, stolen, or damaged, you can apply for a new card, follow the OCI miscellaneous service.
📝 How to Apply (Overview)
Register & Fill Form
Register and fill the application form on the official OCI portal
https://ociservices.gov.in/onlineOCI/Print & Sign
Print and sign the completed form
Collect Documents
Collect required documents and two photos
Book Appointment
Book an appointment or send by mail
Submit Application
Submit application with BLS Canada
Track Status
Track status online via BLS or OCI portal
⏰ Processing Time
Varies by case, but typically:
New OCI Cards
● 6–8 weeks for new OCI cards
Renewal/Lost Cards
● 4–6 weeks for renewal or lost cards