Obtaining an Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card can be a detailed process, requiring careful attention to documentation. One of the essential documents you will need to complete is the “Undertaking by the OCI Applicant.” This document indicates your understanding and compliance with the requirements for the OCI application. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help parents complete this undertaking accurately when they are initiating their minor’s OCI application.
What is the “Undertaking by the OCI Applicant”?
This document is a declaration by the applicant (or their parents, if the applicant is a minor) that they have reviewed and met all the necessary criteria for the OCI application. It includes the following key points:
- Acknowledgment of Requirements: Confirmation that the applicant has reviewed the requirements and specifications mentioned in the OCI application checklist.
- Document Submission: Assurance that all required documents have been uploaded and submitted with the OCI application.
- Additional Documentation: Awareness that the Indian Embassy/Consulate may request additional documents for processing the OCI application.
- Application Rejection: Understanding that the application is liable to be rejected if any discrepancies are found or if the documents do not meet prescribed parameters, and that the application fee may not be refunded.
- Final Decision: Acceptance that the Indian Embassy/Consulate is not obligated to inform the reasons for rejection, and their decision will be final.
Steps to Complete the Document
- Download the Document: Ensure you have the correct format of the undertaking document. The format can be obtained from the official OCI services website here.
- Review the Content: Carefully read through the entire undertaking to understand what you are affirming. This document outlines your responsibilities and acknowledges the rules and regulations set by the Indian authorities around the OCI application process.
- Fill in the OCI Application Number: Locate your OCI application number, which you should have received when you submitted your online application. For example in the US, it usually starts with “USAS…”. Enter this number in the designated space on the undertaking document.
- Signature: The undertaking does not need to be notarized. However, it must be signed by one of the parents in the section designated for the OCI applicant’s signature if the child is a minor. This signature confirms your acknowledgment and agreement with the statements in the document.
- Double-check for Accuracy: Review it for any errors or omissions. Ensure that all details, especially the OCI application number and the signature, are correctly entered.
Key Points to Remember
- The undertaking document must be signed by one of the parents if the applicant is a minor.
- The document does not require notarization.
- It is crucial to include the OCI application number on the document.
By following these steps, parents can ensure that the “Undertaking by the OCI Applicant” is completed accurately.
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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