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    Oath on 17 Sept. When should I expect invite letter?

    Back in 2022. We got the notification on the tracker on Aug 9, received the oath invitation email on Sep 2 and the online oath ceremony was on Sep 13
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    OCI process

    I have not done that process.. Applied for OCI in Dec 2022, back then this wasn't a pre-requisite.
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    Indian passport surrender

    No you dont you need to include the photo along with the printed application You should contact BLS to book the pick up and drop off courier and I would not recommend sending your application via CP or DHL or even Purolator(booked directly by you)
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    OCI process

    Hey Vinod, I believe (and other can correct me if the acknowledgement time has changed) usually it take about 20 calendar days from the date of submission you can see acknowledgement in case of Toronto jurisdiction on the OCI website. For other jurisdiction it varies
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    OCI process

    Premium lounge bole to premium quality of service ;)
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    OCI process

    I believe they still have the same rule for collection of OCI for kids that both parents have to be present for collection
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    Translation of stamps inside passports

    For my citizenship application I did use them to translate Saudi and Oman visa and entry/exit stamps back in 2021 Certified true copy should be more than enough as you have to just upload your documents.
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    Indian passport surrender

    They need one contact local... a work colleague, doctor's etc just mention it... hope you are not living under a cave away from the civilization ?
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    UAE Police Clearance Certificate

    Yes you can.. back in 2018 when we applied for PR we did obtain PCC through Dubai Police website. You do not need further attestation on top of this
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    OCI process

    If your spouse had previously an Indian passport use this: https://www.blsindia-canada.com/toronto-jurisdiction/pdf/How-to-apply-Fresh-OCI-Card-for-adults-who-were-previously-Indian-Citizens-Toronto-Jurisdiction.pdf If spouse never had Indian passport but the parents were Indian use this...
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    OCI process

    Like @CNP mentioned just follow the checklist thoroughly to gather all the documents and submit your application both online and to BLS https://www.blsindia-canada.com/toronto-jurisdiction/pdf/How-to-apply-Fresh-OCI-Card-for-Minors-Toronto-Jurisdiction.pdf
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    Indian PCC for Canadian Citizens of Indian Origin

    Its a requirement by the Consulate General of India for issuing Indian PCC. When we applied for PR back in 2018 as Indian citizen here in Canada on a work permit, they kept our Indian passports as well. Back then it took about 4 weeks to receive the PCC.
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    OCI process

    Yes you should and upload it as well
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    OCI process

    Have you included "parents citizenship certificates" as well?
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    OCI process

    You are not merely just giving up your Indian citizenship(which you have already done).. You are here apply for a permanent residency. If you now end up omitting these details then perhaps its upto that agent sitting across the counter who will end up making money on your behalf telling you...
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