India Stops Accepting PIO Cards for Travel; OCI Card or Visa Now Mandatory

India has officially ended the validity of all Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cards for international travel. 🛂

Travelers must now possess a machine-readable Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card to enter the country. 🇮🇳

Authorities no longer recognize hand-written PIO cards at any immigration checkpoints. 🚫

Passengers arriving with only a PIO card face potential boarding denials at departure airports. ✈️

You must convert your existing PIO card to an OCI card through the official government portal immediately. 💻

The government implemented this change to align with international aviation security standards. 🔒

Travelers without an OCI card must apply for a regular sticker visa or an e-Visa to visit India. 📄

Consulates recommend carrying your old PIO card along with your new OCI card during the transition period. 📂

This rule applies to all former PIO cardholders regardless of their current country of residence. 🌍

Check your travel documents today to avoid any last-minute disruptions to your trip. 📅

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