A. Aadhaar card for PIO/OCI/NRIs
Consulate has been repeatedly approached by Non Resident Indians (NRI’s) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI’s) on question of linking Aadhaar details with Bank Accounts/PAN Cards and or for getting Mobile/Gas connections etc. Government of India once again clarifies:
Aadhaar Card enrollment is presently available to residents in India. OCI Cardholders who stay in India for a long time (over 182 days in twelve months immediately preceding the date of application for enrolment) and have an Indian address can also enroll for Aadhaar Card in India. NRIs, although they are citizens of India, are not eligible for Aadhaar Card if they have not stayed for more than 182 days or more in the last 12 months. Upon completion of 182 days of their stay in India in the last 12 months immediately preceding the date of application for enrolment, NRIs can apply for Aadhaar Card.
"As per Section 139AA of the Income-tax Act, 1961, every person who is eligible to obtain Aadhaar number shall, on or after the 1st day of July, 2017, quote Aadhaar number— (i) in the application form for allotment of permanent account number; (ii) in the return of income. The above provisions apply to persons who are eligible to get Aadhaar. Under section 3 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016, only a resident is entitled to get Aadhaar. Therefore, the provisions of Section 139AA quoted above regarding linking of Aadhaar to PAN or the requirement of quoting the Aadhaar number in the return shall not apply to a non-resident, who is not eligible to get Aadhaar.”
For More detail visit :https://uidai.gov.in/contact-support/have-any-question/291-faqs/your-aadhaar/nri-aadhaar.html
B. Overseas Indians Don’t Need Aadhaar for Mobile Connections
Department of Telecom (DoT), Government of India has exempted overseas Indians from linking Aadhaar with their Indian mobile connections and has issued suitable advisory to telecom service providers. DoT has issued a letter dated 01.12.2017 to all mobile phone service licensees to use alternative method to re-verify existing customers belonging to certain categories including foreigners (covering PIOs and OCI cardholders) and NRIs. Procedure and format for this purpose has been prescribed. A copy of DoT letter No.800-26/2016-AS.II dated 01.12.2017 is placedhere(click here).
FAQs
After the document has been received at the consulate, visas are granted within 5-6 business days subject to all documents in order.
What is the processing time for OCI card in Houston? ›
Kindly note that normal processing time for a new OCI application (based on Indian origin) is 4-5 weeks from the date of registration of the application in the Consulate whereas for re-issuance/updation of OCI Cards, it is 5-6 weeks.
How to contact the Indian Embassy in Houston? ›
Consulate General of India
- Fax No: 713-627-2034.
- Emergency Contact No: 713-626-2149.
- Email: info[dot]houston[at]mea[dot]gov[dot]in.
- Website: www.cgihouston.gov.in. Register.
The normal processing time of passport is 3 weeks. If Police Verification Report (PVR) is not clear or pending, the processing time will be approximately 30 days or more (excluding VFS's processing time).
How long does it take for Indian visa to be approved? ›
You can get an Indian tourist visa within 10-15 days after you submit the visa application form. The average processing time for a business visa is around 10-14 days.
How long does it take to get visa after Consulate interview? ›
US Visa Processing Times for Different Visa Types
| Visa Type | Processing Time |
|---|
| F-1 visa | immediately after the interview |
| F-2 visa | Few days to 2 weeks |
| J-1 visa | 1 to 4 months |
| Q-1 visa | 15 days to 3 months |
21 more rowsOnce application is submitted to the Embassy/ CGI for processing , please track the progress on GOI link https://ociservices.gov.in/statusEnqury . VFS team cannot offer any additional update on status till the OCI card is received back at our office from the Embassy/ Consulate.
Can you travel to India while OCI is in process? ›
There will be no restriction on the OCI cardholder to travel to/from India during the period from the date of issue of new passport till the date of final acknowledgment of his/her documents in the online system.
Can I travel to India without an OCI card? ›
All U.S. citizens need a valid passport as well as a valid Indian visa or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card to enter and exit India for any purpose. India may deny entry to travelers without valid documents or the correct type of visa. Indian visa rules and instructions change often.
What is the emergency visa for India in Houston? ›
- Emergency Contact Number. Please call us at 713-626-2149.
- Emergency Visa. Emergency visa facility is generally available for Persons of Indian origin in the case of a serious situation like death, serious sickness of an immediate family member.
- Emergency Passport (TATKAL) ...
- Carrying of Mortal Remains.
Contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate, or call these numbers in the United States:
- From the U.S. & Canada - 1-888-407-4747.
- From Overseas - +1 202-501-4444.
OCI and Visa Services: +1 800 320 9693.
How long does it take to get a visa from Indian consulate Houston? ›
After the document has been received at the consulate, visas are granted within 5-6 business days subject to all documents in order.
Can I get passport in 3 days in India? ›
How long will it take to get a Tatkaal passport? A: After successful application form submission, with final status as "Granted", you can expect your passport to be dispatched on third working day excluding the date of submission of application - without waiting for the Police Verification Report.
Can I pick up my passport from the US embassy? ›
Your local U.S. embassy or consulate will tell you about options to pick up or deliver your passport. Embassies and consulates can issue an emergency passport if you have urgent travel. Please check with the embassy or consulate to confirm delivery methods.
How long does Indian visa take in USA? ›
It may be noted that it could take up to 5 business days (longer in certain cases) for processing of the visa on receipt of the application in the Consulate, subject to complete submission of documents.
What is the wait time for US visa for Indians? ›
Process improvements and investments in staffing have brought the appointment wait time for visitor visas down from an average of 1,000 days to only 250 days around the country. Wait times are minimal in all other categories.
How fast is the India visa process? ›
Normally Visa is issued within 3-5 working days after submission.
How long does it take to get passport back from US Consulate India? ›
Answer: You should receive your passport by mail/courier within 2-3 weeks, the Department's current processing time for routine service overseas. If you have a need for immediate international travel, we may be able to issue you a limited validity emergency passport that will be valid for one year.
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