Are you applying for an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card for a minor? One of the documents which you will need in this process is the consent letter. This guide will help you understand how to fill out this form correctly to avoid delays and ensure a smooth application process.
What is the Consent Letter?
The consent letter authorizes the Indian Embassy or Consulate to make necessary corrections if they observe errors in your OCI application. While this letter facilitates the process, it does not guarantee that all mistakes will be corrected. The primary responsibility for providing accurate information rests with the applicant. In some cases, applications with errors may be rejected and returned for resubmission with correct details.
Download the OCI Consent Letter Format
You can download the format of the consent letter here.
Steps to Complete the Consent Letter
- Authorization Statement: This section confirms that you authorize the Indian Embassy/Consulate to make necessary corrections to your OCI application.
- Signature of the OCI Applicant: For minor applicants, a parent or legal guardian must sign on behalf of the child. We recommend writing the relation to the OCI applicant beside the “Signature of the OCI Applicant” text, for example, (Father) or (Mother).
- Name: Ensure the name matches the full name on the parent’s passport.
- Date: Write the date in the format 2nd April, 2024 to avoid any confusion.
Important Notes
- Original Document: The consent letter does not need to be notarized but must be sent as an original document.
- Accuracy: Double-check all details for accuracy to avoid any issues with your application.
By following these steps, you can complete the consent letter accurately and help facilitate a smoother processing of your minor’s OCI application.
Other Useful links
- OCI Online Application Form Guide
- OCI Document Checklist
- How to Attest OCI Documents
- Parent Signature on Minor’s USA passport
- Scanning OCI documents
- Completing Parental Authorization form
- Completing Affidavit in Lieu of Originals
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