OCI stands for Overseas Citizen of India. It refers to a person of Indian origin who has acquired citizenship in another country. OCIs enjoy certain privileges in India, such as visa-free travel and the ability to own property. However, they do not have voting rights. The status promotes cultural ties between India and its diaspora.
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs notified the Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026, on April 30, 2026, introducing a complete digital overhaul of the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI)...
