A Permanent Account Number (PAN) card is a special identification number given by the Income Tax Department of India. Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) are not Indian residents, but they can still require a PAN card to make financial and tax transactions in India.
How to Apply for a PAN Card as an OCI?
Step-by-Step Online Process:
- Visit https://www.onlineservices.nsdl.com or https://www.utiitsl.com.
- Complete Form 49A (for individuals, including OCIs).
- Choose "Foreign Citizen" as the applicant category.
- Fill in Personal Details like Provide name, date of birth, contact information, and overseas address.
- Upload documents that are necessary.
- Pay the Processing Fee.
- Submit the application.
- After filling up the form, submit the application online.
Documents Needed for OCI PAN Card Application
OCIs must have the following documents when they apply for a PAN card:
- Identity Proof: Foreign passport or copy of OCI card.
- Address Proof: Foreign address proof (utility bill, bank statement) or Indian address proof (if available).
- Date of Birth Proof: Passport or birth certificate.
- Photographs: Two recent passport-size photographs (for offline applications).
