Q.1186 Lost OCI? - Don’t apply

for new OCI. Follow OCI

replacement procedure . . .

Question: Hello. I have recently misplaced my OCI and passport pouch. I have already applied for a passport replacement? Do I need to submit an application to replace the lost OCI or should I fill out an application to receive another OCI associated with my new passport? Please call or email Answer: All questions are answered and posted on our website FAQ section so that others in a similar situation may also benefit. I do not sent personal emails or make phone calls. After sending a question readers are advised to check our FAQ pages in a week or 10 days to view posted responses. Replacement of lost OCI is not as simple as filling out a request for a replacement. For information on the procedure to apply for a replacement OCI when a person loses their OCI Card [booklet] please see an article on NRI Information titled: ‘How to replace lost OCI Card’ Here is the link to the article: http://nriinformation.com/oci_replace.html