Legacy card for foreign nationals of Indian origin (now merged with OCI)
Visit Official Portal →N/A (scheme discontinued)
Free conversion to OCI
Existing PIO cardholders only (scheme merged with OCI in 2015)
Legacy PIO cardholders (scheme discontinued, convert to OCI)
PIO scheme merged with OCI in 2015.
Old PIO cards remain valid until passport expiry.
PIO cardholders can convert to OCI free of charge.
Follow OCI application process for conversion.
Surrender PIO card when receiving OCI.
Get OCI card with all benefits.
To update details on your PIO Card (Person of Indian Origin) — such as name, address, or date of birth — you typically need to submit a correction request at the issuing authority's official portal or office with supporting documents.
Go to the official portal linked to your PIO Card (Person of Indian Origin) (https://ociservices.gov.in).
Create an account or log in using your registered mobile number or existing credentials.
Find the "Update", "Correction", or "Modify Details" option for your PIO Card (Person of Indian Origin).
Enter the correct information in the form and select the fields to be updated.
Upload valid documents that prove the correct information (e.g., new address proof, birth certificate).
Pay any applicable fee online. Many identity documents charge a nominal fee for updates.
Submit the request and note the reference number to track the update status.
You can download a digital copy of your PIO Card (Person of Indian Origin) from the official government portal. The digital version is legally valid as per Indian law and accepted everywhere the physical card is accepted.
Go to https://ociservices.gov.in and log in with your credentials or OTP.
Find the "Download", "e-PIO Card (Person of Indian Origin)", or "Digital Copy" option on the portal.
Verify using your registered mobile OTP, Aadhaar, or other credentials.
Your PIO Card (Person of Indian Origin) will be downloaded as a PDF or image file. Save it securely.
Upload or access your document on DigiLocker (digilocker.gov.in) for a government-verified digital copy.
After applying for or updating your PIO Card (Person of Indian Origin), you can track your application status online using your application reference number or acknowledgment ID.
Go to https://ociservices.gov.in and look for the "Track Application" or "Check Status" section.
Enter the reference number, acknowledgment ID, or application number you received at the time of submission.
Complete verification as required by the portal.
View the current status — whether your PIO Card (Person of Indian Origin) is under review, approved, dispatched, or if any action is needed from your side.
No, PIO scheme was discontinued in 2015 and merged with OCI.
Yes, until your passport expires, but conversion to OCI is recommended.
PIO was 15-year visa. OCI is lifelong with more benefits. Both are now merged into OCI.
Visit the official government portal to start your application
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