OCI Card Fee Fixed at $275 & 6-Month Stay Rule Removed 2026 Update
In a major update under the latest India visa news 2026, the government has introduced key changes to the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) scheme. The new rules include a fixed application fee of $275 and the removal of the earlier six-month stay requirement for applicants applying from within India.
These changes are aimed at simplifying the OCI application process and making it more accessible for eligible foreign nationals of Indian origin.