Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) is a residence route in India (血統). 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 立即 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.
| 類別 | 血統 |
|---|---|
| 投資 | — |
| 費用（家庭） | CHF 660 |
| 收入 / 年 | — |
| 資產 | — |
| 最低居住 | 0 |
| 永居 | 立即 |
| 入籍 | 6 |
| 工作 | yes |
| 申請資格 | Persons of Indian origin (up to great-grandchildren) and foreign spouses (married 2+ yrs) |
| 稅收 | Taxed by residence (182 days); RNOR initially. |
| 截至 | 2026-10 |
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