Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) is a residence route in India (Ascendenza). Lifelong multiple-entry visa with right to live and work (except restricted sectors/agri land); not for those with Pakistani/Bangladeshi ancestry. USD 275 fee per person.
Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after subito years. Citizenship can be possible after about 6 years.
How holders are taxed
Taxed by residence (182 days); RNOR initially.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoria | Ascendenza |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 660 |
| Reddito / anno | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | 0 |
| Residenza perm. | subito |
| Cittadinanza | 6 |
| Lavoro | yes |
| Ammessi | Persons of Indian origin (up to great-grandchildren) and foreign spouses (married 2+ yrs) |
| Imposte | Taxed by residence (182 days); RNOR initially. |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
Solo informazione generale – non è consulenza fiscale, legale, migratoria, d'investimento o finanziaria, né un rapporto con il cliente. Dati semplificati, indicativi e forse non aggiornati. Verificate sempre con l'autorità ufficiale e un professionista abilitato del paese prima di agire. Eventuali link partner sono indicati e possono generarci un compenso.