OCI process
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Hi all,
I realized late that the copies I submitted to BLS with my OCI application were not self-attested (similar to the copies uploaded on the portal). The BLS representative reviewed all the copies and didn't say anything was missing, noted they were good and processed my payment. Has anyone had their application rejected because of this? Or would the consulate reach out to get additional documents that are self-attested? Appreciate any assistance!
I realized late that the copies I submitted to BLS with my OCI application were not self-attested (similar to the copies uploaded on the portal). The BLS representative reviewed all the copies and didn't say anything was missing, noted they were good and processed my payment. Has anyone had their application rejected because of this? Or would the consulate reach out to get additional documents that are self-attested? Appreciate any assistance!
BLS should have caught it. Thats the only work they have to do. Wait for update from consulate. They email in case of any issue.
Does anybody know how long the Vancouver consulate takes to process the OCI application? I've been waiting for OCI for almost 2.5 months now.
My timeline is as follows:
Application sent through Purolator from Calgary to Surrey BLS: Feb 29
Application Delivered: March 1
Call from BLS Surrey for an extra document required: March 12
Document provided: March 12
Acknowledged by BLS: March 13
Acknowledged by Vancouver Consulate: March 19
So far, the OCI tracker still shows Under process.
My timeline is as follows:
Application sent through Purolator from Calgary to Surrey BLS: Feb 29
Application Delivered: March 1
Call from BLS Surrey for an extra document required: March 12
Document provided: March 12
Acknowledged by BLS: March 13
Acknowledged by Vancouver Consulate: March 19
So far, the OCI tracker still shows Under process.
Please double, triple check the application you have created on the OCI website and use this sample form as a example to update the application https://www.blsindia-canada.com/toronto-jurisdiction/pdf/OCI-Sample-form-with-common-errors.pdf
e.g. common pitfalls
- Marriage Date - Should it be the actual wedding date or the date of the registration of the marriage ? I would suggest you to mention "date of the registration of the marriage"
- Place of Birth - As per Canadian Passport. If it is Delhi then you should mention Delhi, if it is New Delhi you should mention New Delhi
Docs for Adults: https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/oci-process.254662/post-10335797
Docs for Kids: https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/oci-process.254662/post-10374728
When you submit the application to BLS along with the above (for kids), you need to include the NOC which has to be signed by both parent and there photographs have to be attached. If you are submitting it to BLS in person carry all the originals...
You have to carry all originals along with the self attested copies of the documents you have to submit to BLS.
Payment for OCI has to be done in 2 ways
- Demand Draft/Money Order in the name of - Consulate General of India, Toronto for $376
- Payment to BLS can be made using debit card or exact change
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Hi,
Do we need to submit original Canadian passport for OCI application? If so, how long will it take to receive it back?
Do we need to submit original Canadian passport for OCI application? If so, how long will it take to receive it back?
Hi guys,
Fresh OCI application.
Q1 -
I have a digital copy of a photograph but I do not have a physical copies. I was planning to use BLS service for photograph.
Do I still upload a photo and a signature in OCI application? If I upload a photo and a sign, they would be printed on the application form in the end. Will BLS ask for the same photo that I uploaded during the application or they will accept a new/different photo taken at BLS Center?
Q2 -
What do I put in occupation? I'm an Engineer which is not listed, so do I put Professional or Private Service? Also, do I need to put Company name in the form?
Q3 -
My DL has address written as "## XXXX XXXX Rd, UN####, City, ON" Do I make Rd, UN, and ON full? like Road, Unit, and Ontario? Or write as is on DL? Do they pick on this?
Q4 -
Demand Draft,
BLS Website says make DD in favor of "The Consulate General of India - Toronto"
Consulate General of India Website says make DD in favor of "Consulate General of India, Toronto"
Which one should be written on the DD? I know they don't want any error, but in which one?
Please let me know ASAP. Appreciate your input in advance.
Thanks!
Fresh OCI application.
Q1 -
I have a digital copy of a photograph but I do not have a physical copies. I was planning to use BLS service for photograph.
Do I still upload a photo and a signature in OCI application? If I upload a photo and a sign, they would be printed on the application form in the end. Will BLS ask for the same photo that I uploaded during the application or they will accept a new/different photo taken at BLS Center?
Q2 -
What do I put in occupation? I'm an Engineer which is not listed, so do I put Professional or Private Service? Also, do I need to put Company name in the form?
Q3 -
My DL has address written as "## XXXX XXXX Rd, UN####, City, ON" Do I make Rd, UN, and ON full? like Road, Unit, and Ontario? Or write as is on DL? Do they pick on this?
Q4 -
Demand Draft,
BLS Website says make DD in favor of "The Consulate General of India - Toronto"
Consulate General of India Website says make DD in favor of "Consulate General of India, Toronto"
Which one should be written on the DD? I know they don't want any error, but in which one?
Please let me know ASAP. Appreciate your input in advance.
Thanks!
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Hi guys.. quick question. I am trying to book an appointment for my child's OCI and the pop up on the appointment booking page says "For application of Minor applicants Both Parents need to accompany.". Can someone confirm if both parents and the child has to go to bls Brampton to apply for their child's OCI recently? Or can it be both parents without the child? Or just the one parent (me)? My baby is a month old and it will be highly inconvenient to take the mother and/or child to BLS.
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