India revises OCI rules: What applicants need to know about stricter compliance, wider eligibility & more – The Economic Times
India has revised its OCI program with expanded eligibility, now including fifth and sixth-generation Indian-origin Tamils in Sri Lanka. The updated framework removes the six-month waiting period for OCI applications after arrival and introduces stricter compliance rules, including a fine for failing to update passport details promptly. These changes aim to streamline the process and enhance monitoring.
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