OCI process

[cvish92]

God ... this is frustrating. I don't know if I can't collect my OCI with the new suspension notice. I know that it's in Calgary BLS. That's pretty much it :\.

 

[jaydevadhikari]

What they meant is, BLS International's presence and operations in Canada only accounts to 2% to their global revenue. They are present in many other countries.

I understand they have presence in other countries but if ALL services have been suspended for Canada, then 2% is still too low for their global revenue, given the high number of Indian population here. I could be wrong though. And that's why I said it's just very unclear on what exactly they mean. The statement from MEA has also not been very clear.

 

[NavO3]

Any idea if we can pick up our oci from bls
I checked the status and it showing

(Counter Delivery to BLS Centre after OCI stamping)

 

[binder243]

Date Of Acknowledgment	15-AUG-2023
Registration Status at Mission	VANCOUVER
Documents Printing Status	PROCESSED	On	16-SEP-2023
Dispatched From MEA (OCI )	NEW DELHI	On	16-SEP-2023
Document received At	VANCOUVER	On	16-SEP-2023

OCI OUT FOR DELIVERY TODAY VIA PUROLATOR

 

[shiremag]

Canada asked to reduce Diplomatic Staff in the Indian Subcontinent:

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-canada-reduces-diplomatic-staff-in-india-citing-threats-to-safety/
(non paywall): https://archive.ph/KWFpQ

Indian External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi confirmed there is temporary suspension of all visa services for Canadians, including e-visas and visas issued in third countries.

Visa Processing for Canadians in Canada Suspended:

https://www.deccanherald.com/india/there-is-degree-of-prejudice-mea-on-trudeaus-allegations-against-india-on-killing-of-khalistani-separatist-2695523
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/need-parity-india-seeks-reduction-of-canadian-diplomats-amid-huge-row-4410715#pfrom=home-ndtv_topscroll
https://www.blsindia-canada.com/ - notice says visa services suspended as of Sep 21, 2023

Media reports do not clarify if OCI, and e-visa services are affected

 

[spartanjsv]

Date Of Acknowledgment	15-AUG-2023
Registration Status at Mission	VANCOUVER
Documents Printing Status	PROCESSED	On	16-SEP-2023
Dispatched From MEA (OCI )	NEW DELHI	On	16-SEP-2023
Document received At	VANCOUVER	On	16-SEP-2023

OCI OUT FOR DELIVERY TODAY VIA PUROLATOR

That one lucky person.

 

[abbas.pasha]

Any idea if we can pick up our oci from bls
I checked the status and it showing

(Counter Delivery to BLS Centre after OCI stamping)

It should mention, Ready for Collection

 

[spartanjsv]

I called BLS International - (647) 846-4077. Lady who picked up confirmed they are still accepting OCI applications and they are getting processed and the update was only related to Visa services.

Anyone else can try and double confirm.

 

[ukp90]

Thanks @spartanjsv this makes me now cool off.. this is a big relief.. i hope everything settles down... what a life we are living.... missing those days before covid.. everything were running smooth.. before covid.

 

[forw.jane]

Canada asked to reduce Diplomatic Staff in the Indian Subcontinent:

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-canada-reduces-diplomatic-staff-in-india-citing-threats-to-safety/
(non paywall): https://archive.ph/KWFpQ



Visa Processing for Canadians in Canada Suspended:

https://www.deccanherald.com/india/there-is-degree-of-prejudice-mea-on-trudeaus-allegations-against-india-on-killing-of-khalistani-separatist-2695523
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/need-parity-india-seeks-reduction-of-canadian-diplomats-amid-huge-row-4410715#pfrom=home-ndtv_topscroll
https://www.blsindia-canada.com/ - notice says visa services suspended as of Sep 21, 2023

Media reports do not clarify if OCI, and e-visa services are affected

There is a FB page - "Indian Passport, PCC & OCI Services - USA & Canada." where immigration agent has posted this.

Hello , i can assist you in this matter
Only the India visa services (including the e visas) have been suspended, the existing visas have not been impacted. If one has any type of visa to India they can freely travel.OCI services have not been impacting in any way
Feel free to call 5879997781
We provide all the services : OCI, surrender of Indian passport, pcc , Indian passport renewal each and every thing
We’re in the next building to BLS INTERNATIONAL
5879997781
AIR IMMIGRATION INC
1129 3961 52nd AVE NE CALGARY
NEXT BUILD TO BLS INTERNATIONAL


Looks like there will be more clarity in a day or two.

 

[kart_84]

There is a FB page - "Indian Passport, PCC & OCI Services - USA & Canada." where immigration agent has posted this.

Hello , i can assist you in this matter
Only the India visa services (including the e visas) have been suspended, the existing visas have not been impacted. If one has any type of visa to India they can freely travel.OCI services have not been impacting in any way
Feel free to call 5879997781
We provide all the services : OCI, surrender of Indian passport, pcc , Indian passport renewal each and every thing
We’re in the next building to BLS INTERNATIONAL
5879997781
AIR IMMIGRATION INC
1129 3961 52nd AVE NE CALGARY
NEXT BUILD TO BLS INTERNATIONAL


Looks like there will be more clarity in a day or two.

I believe this is true as I got the acknowledgement on OCI site dated today.

 

[spartanjsv]

I believe this is true as I got the acknowledgement on OCI site dated today.

Timeline?

 

[kart_84]

Timeline?

Sep 5th - Applied on BLS Toronto
Sep 6th - Processing at consulate
Sep 21 - Ack on OCI site

 

[rambopg]

What is this oci site acknowledgement? I only see "Under Process". Received on Sept. 6th
Can you send me the link where you are checking progress?

Sep 5th - Applied on BLS Toronto
Sep 6th - Processing at consulate
Sep 21 - Ack on OCI site

 

[harryguns]

What is this oci site acknowledgement? I only see "Under Process". Received on Sept. 6th
Can you send me the link where you are checking progress?

https://ociservices.gov.in/statusEnqury