In brief

An inaccessible or absent registered email can prevent digital-card access. Use OCI Miscellaneous Services to update it. Do not send identity documents or OTPs to NRIdisha.

Start with Government of India / CGI Houston: OCI email update: official procedure (opens in a new tab)

Your next steps

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  1. Identify the OCI record

    Enter the OCI number, the passport number linked to that record and date of birth. Choose Email ID Updation under the gratis services.

  2. Submit the correction

    Give the requested reason, upload the scanned OCI card, review the details and submit. Wait for approval before expecting the new email to be linked.

  3. Manage family access carefully

    Family cards can use a common email/account, but each OCI record needs its own approved email update. Obtain the person’s agreement and store their documents securely.

  4. Generate and save the digital card

    After approval, use the e-OCI tab and download the generated card. The official FAQ says downloads are free and limited to five per card per day. This is not a waiver of fresh-application or reissue fees.

Suggested preparation sequence. Your authority may require a different order. Progress stays on this device.

What to have ready

0 of 4 prepared

Keep documents in your own secure records. Tick what you have; nothing is uploaded.

Continue your preparation

OCI and e-OCI explained: eligibility, applications and record updatesThe digital rollout, application route and dates that affect your preparation.Complete India’s e-arrival declaration before travelA separate arrival form for foreign nationals, including OCI cardholders.

Questions to take to an adviser

  • Has the email update been approved for each card?
  • Is the passport number the one currently linked to the OCI record?
  • Has each family member agreed to the email and document-handling arrangement?
Pause if you hear this“Pay me to unlock the free digital-card download.” Use the official portal and published service fees.

Who can help

OCI helpdesk or the mission responsible for the record.

Check an adviser before paying or signing

Sources & review limits

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