How to get a Birth Certificate Apostille for OCI Purpose in India?
If you are applying for an OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card, your birth certificate must be apostilled to prove it’s genuine. This is required whether your birth certificate was issued in the USA, UK, or any other foreign country. An OCI card allows foreign citizens of Indian origin to live, work, or study in India without a visa. So, an apostille is needed for both adults and minors who are applying for an OCI card. Below, you’ll find all the information about the apostille process for birth certificates that were issued in the USA or the UK.Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining an OCI Apostille
The process to apostille a birth certificate depends on whether it was issued in the USA or the UK, as each country follows a different procedure.A) If the Birth Certificate Was Issued in the USA
- Step 1: Notarization Notarize the birth certificate from a notary public in the USA.
- Step 2: Apostille by US Government Get an apostille from the Secretary of State (for a state-issued birth certificate) or the U.S. Department of State (for a federally issued birth certificate).
B) If the Birth Certificate Was Issued in the UK
- Step 1: Notarization Get notarization done from a notary public in the UK.
- Step 2: Apostille by FCDO Submit your notarized birth certificate and application to the FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office) for an apostille.
What Documents Are Required for a Birth Certificate Apostille?
- Original Birth Certificate
- Copy of Passport (applicant)
- Parent’s ID proof (for minor applicants)
Time to Get a Birth Certificate Apostille for OCI?
It usually takes:- 7 to 10 days for USA-issued birth certificates.
- 12 to 15 days for UK-issued birth certificates.
- Public holidays in the USA, the UK, or India
- Courier or shipping delays
- Incomplete application or missing documents
- Verification backlog at government offices
What is the Fee for a Birth Certificate Apostille?
The price depends on the country that issued your birth certificate:- For a USA-issued birth certificate, it costs around USD 200, which is around INR 18,000.
- For a UK-issued birth certificate, it costs around GBP 190, which is around INR 22,000.
How to Apostille a Birth Certificate for OCI
The process to get your UK or USA-issued birth certificate apostilled in India can be completed in 3 steps.- Step 1: Let’s Talk Dial 9925867908 and our team will explain to you the whole process for your birth certificate apostille and will address all your concerns regarding the OCI application.
- Step 2: Gather and send the Documents As instructed by our team, gather all your documents and email us. We also offer courier services across the world, so we will collect your documents.
- Step 3: Sit Back and Relax We’ll handle the complete apostille process from the USA or UK (including notarization and government verification). Once done, your apostilled birth certificate will be delivered back to your home by our team.