India – Notarisation Of OCI Application For A Child
Applying for an Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) in Melbourne
India does not recognize dual citizenship but citizens of other countries with Indian cultural heritage can obtain an Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI), which offers several benefits including:
- Lifetime visa for multiple entries to India.
- Exemption from local police registration regardless of stay duration.
- Parity with Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in economic, financial, and educational fields, except for agricultural or plantation property acquisition.
- Spouses and children can also apply for OCI status.
OCI Requirements for Children
To apply for OCI status for a child, visit the VFS website and download the current OCI checklist.
The OCI checklist outlines specific requirements based on individual circumstances. For children under 18, essential documents include:
- Attested photocopy of the child’s birth certificate (attested by a notary public or relevant embassy/consulate if issued outside India or Australia).
- Attested photocopy of both parents’ passports.
- OCI application form signed by both parents.
- Proof of Indian origin for at least one parent (refer to the checklist).
- Notarized parenting orders, if applicable.
Each child’s application requires a separate submission with its own set of documents, including passports.
Notary Attestation for OCI Applications
In Melbourne, we specialize in notary public services, assisting parents with OCI applications by attesting documents such as passports, birth certificates (Australian and Indian for VFS/Indian Consulate purposes), and parenting orders.
For more information or assistance, please contact us.