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Hello Everyone,

 

I am a US citizen of Indian origin currently in India on a multiple entry tourist visa which expires on August 31st 2023. I went to the local FRRO office wanting to get my OCI and I was turned down. The officer told me that since I was on a tourist visa I could NOT apply for the OCI. I found this to be a bit odd and of course they refused to explain any further. If anyone has any info on this matter please share.

Also, how long is the processing time for OCI in the Indian Embassy Houston Texas?

Thanks in advance.

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That is very odd! I got my OCI from a tourist visa, it took 10 months in India until I got it.

I don't know how long processing time is in TX. But you're probably better off doing there. I'm getting my kids OCI in the states rather than India.

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Thanks Shwee, i figured the officer was being evasive. I'm here for another 2 weeks and I'm pretty sure that may not be enough time. Also, the fee is $100 lesser that when applying in the US. 🤔 wonder why? 

 

Thanks again.

 
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