Baby born in India to Canadian Parent

[SamRe]

Step 1: Immediate Action in India (Within 15 Days of Birth)​

This is the most critical and time-sensitive step to avoid fines.

• Who to Contact: The Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO). You must inform them within 15 days of the baby's birth if one parent is a foreign national. Failure to do so can result in a significant fine.
• How to Contact:
  1. Go to the FRRO website.
  2. Click on the "SUPPORT CENTRES" tab.
  3. Find the contact details (especially the email address) for the FRRO office that has jurisdiction over your area.
• What to Send: Email them immediately. Use the template below and adapt it to your situation.

Template:​

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Subject: Intimation of Birth of a Child to a Canadian Father and Indian Mother​

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Respected Officer,​

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My wife, [Mother's Name], is an Indian citizen, and I, [Father's Name], am a Canadian citizen. We are pleased to inform you that my wife gave birth to our [Son/Daughter], [Baby's Full Name], on [Date of Birth] at [Name and City of Hospital].​

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I, being a Canadian citizen, will be transferring my citizenship to our child and will initiate the application process with the Canadian authorities shortly.​

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We wish to formally inform your office of this event and our intent. Once we receive the Canadian passport for our child (a process we estimate will take approximately 3-6 months), we will apply for the necessary exit permit/X-1 Visa from your office to facilitate our departure from India.​

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For your records, we have attached copies of our passports:​

- Canadian Passport of Father: [Passport Number]​

- Indian Passport of Mother: [Passport Number]​

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Please let us know if you require any further information or documentation from our end at this stage.​

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Sincerely,​

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[Your Full Name]​

[Your Phone Number]​

[Your Email Address]​

Attachments: Scanned copies of both parents' passport.​

My wife and I are both Canadian citizens. Our daughter was born in India and is now 7 months old. We applied for her Canadian Citizenship Certificate 5 months ago, but are still waiting. We have not yet contacted the FRRO. Is it mandatory to inform them about our daughter's birth at this point?

 

[ajnala]

Step 4: Apply for Canadian Proof of Citizenship Certificate​

Do this online through the IRCC portal.

• Portal: Apply for a Proof of Citizenship (Certificate of Citizenship)
• Account: You will need a GCKey account to apply.

Application Walkthrough:

1. Personal & Contact Details: Fill in the baby's information.
2. Citizenship & Parent Details: Fill in the Canadian parent's details.
3. Urgent Processing (Important):
   • You will be given an option to request Urgent Processing. SELECT YES.
   • You must provide a reason. Some valid reasons may include:
     • Return to Work in Canada: (e.g., "I need to return to my job in Canada by [date].")
     • Family Reunification: (e.g., "We need to reunite with our other children who are in school in Canada.")
   • Proof: If you have a booked flight ticket, attach it.
   • Note: Urgent processing is granted entirely at the discretion of IRCC. They may approve it in days or deny it, leaving you in the standard processing queue (which can be many months).
4. Personal Identification Section:
   • You will need to check these two boxes:
     • Government-issued ID (e.g., hospital card, school records, health insurance card)
     • Other government-issued ID. Select if applying for a child with only 1 ID.
5. Supporting Documents (What to Upload):
   • 5a. Urgent Request Letter: A letter explaining your reason for urgency (e.g., return to work) and attaching flight tickets if available.
   • 5b. Proof of Parentage: Upload the baby's Indian Birth Certificate.
   • 5c. Digital Photo: A digital photo of the baby that meets IRCC's specifications.
   • 5d. Parent's Proof of Citizenship: Upload a clear scan of the Canadian parent's Citizenship certificate.
   • 5e. Primary Identity Document: Upload the baby's Aadhaar Card.
   • 5f. Secondary Identity Document / Letter of Explanation (LOE): Upload a letter explaining the lack of other IDs.
   • LOE Template:
   • Template:
     Dear IRCC Officer,
     Re: Application for Proof of Citizenship for [Baby's Full Name], DOB: [DD/MM/YYYY]
     
     This letter is to explain that our newborn child, [Baby's Name], currently only possesses two forms of government-issued identification:
     1. His/Her Birth Certificate, issued by the [City/Municipality] Municipal Corporation.
     2. His/Her Aadhaar Card, issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
     
     Due to his/her young age, we have not yet been able to obtain other forms of ID, such as a passport or health card. The Aadhaar card is a biometric, government-issued photo ID accepted for official purposes in India.
     
     We have submitted both of these documents in this application. We hope this clarifies the situation and prevents any delays in processing.
     
     Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Email] or [Your Phone Number].
     
     Thank you for your understanding.
     
     Sincerely,
     
     [Your Name]
6. Optional Documents:
   • Client Information: Upload a scan of the photo studio stamp or write the name & address on the back of the photo
7. Pay the Fee: The current fee is $75 CAD. (Save the receipt, as you may need it for future reference).

What to Expect:

• If Urgent Processing is Approved: You could receive the electronic Citizenship Certificate via email in as little as 2-5 business days.
• If Not Approved: You will be in the standard processing queue. As of our experience, this can take several months with no updates. You must wait patiently.

@an- What are the documents we need to submit for applying the citizenship for the kid, is it aadhar card and birth certificate or medical records for the wife including delivery and ultrasound as well??????????????????

 

[ajnala]

Can anyone guide me if we need """""(pre natal documents including ultra sound for getting the Citizenship for our new born baby or only Birth certificate and Adhaar card)"""""" is enough??????

 

[ajnala]

hi can anyone guide me what documents shall we send for getting the citizenship certificate for new born baby in india """"Adhaar card and Birth Certificate""" or Do we need to send the ultrasound or other pre natal documents???????????????????????????

 

[steaky]

hi can anyone guide me what documents shall we send for getting the citizenship certificate for new born baby in india """"Adhaar card and Birth Certificate""" or Do we need to send the ultrasound or other pre natal documents???????????????????????????

Read carefully the first seven post by the OP in this thread.

 

[Canadavisa1230]

Step 6: Exiting India Legally​

Your baby, now a Canadian passport holder, is considered a foreign national in India. They must have the proper authorization to stay in or leave the country. Failing to complete this step can result in significant fines (often reported between ₹10,000 - ₹50,000) at the airport.

You have two main options:

1. Exit Permit: If you plan to leave India within the next 30 days.
2. X-1 Visa: If you plan to stay in India for a longer period (up to 6 months initially). This is the recommended and safer route.

The X-1 Visa Application Process on the FRRO Portal​

Important Note: This entire process can take about a month. Requirements can vary. Be prepared to be flexible; some offices request notarized letters.

Phase 1: Initial Application
a) Go to the FRRO's new portal: https://indianfrro.gov.in/efrro/home and create a new user account.
b) Create a new application for the baby. Select "NEW VISA".
c) Upload the baby's photo and a combined PDF of: Baby's Canadian passport, Indian birth certificate, and parents' passports & marriage certificate.

Phase 2: Responding to FRRO Requests
The portal will guide you. Be ready to submit:
d) Form C from https://indianfrro.gov.in/frro/FormC/menuuserreg.jsp
e) Additional Documents:
1. The initial intimation email from Step 1.
2. Reason for X-1 Visa Letter (see template below).
3. Financial Undertaking Letter (see template below).
4. Copy of the Canadian parent's visa/OCI card.
5. Copy of the Canadian parent's birth certificate.
6. Hospital discharge summary.

Phase 3: Final Approval & Payment
f) Once verified, pay the fee (approx. ₹10,200). The e-Visa is typically issued within a week after payment.

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Helpful Templates for Your Application​

Template 1: Reason for X-1 Visa Letter​

To,​

The Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FRRO)​

[City, State], India.​

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Sub: Request for Issuance of X-1 Visa for Our Baby, [BABY'S FULL NAME]​

Application ID: [Your Application ID]​

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Respected Officer,​

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We, [MOTHER'S NAME] (Indian Passport No: [Number]) and [FATHER'S NAME] (Canadian Passport No: [Number]), are the biological parents of our child, [BABY'S FULL NAME].​

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Our child was born in [City, State] on [Date of Birth] and has acquired Canadian citizenship. The mother, [MOTHER'S NAME], is currently undergoing postnatal recovery and care at her family residence. For the health and well-being of both mother and child, we require a stable stay in India before undertaking international travel.​

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We hereby solemnly undertake that our baby will comply with all Indian laws and will exit India upon the expiry of the visa.​

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We kindly request you to issue a new X-1 Visa for our baby.​

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Thank you for your consideration.​

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Sincerely,​

[FATHER'S NAME] (Father)​

[MOTHER'S NAME] (Mother)​

Template 2: Financial Undertaking Letter​

To,
The Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FRRO)
[City, State], India.

Sub: Financial Undertaking for [BABY'S FULL NAME]
Application ID: [Your Application ID]

Respected Officer,

We, the undersigned parents, hereby submit this joint financial undertaking for our newborn child, [BABY'S FULL NAME] (Canadian Passport No: [Number], DOB: [Date]).

We hereby undertake full financial responsibility for all expenses incurred by our child for the entire duration of his/her stay in India. This includes all costs related to accommodation, living expenses, healthcare, medical insurance, and any other personal expenses.

We assure you that our child will not be a burden on Indian public funds and will comply with all rules and regulations.

As proof of our financial capability, we have attached relevant bank statements.

Sincerely,
[FATHER'S NAME] (Father)
[MOTHER'S NAME] (Mother)

A Final Note on OCI:​

As per our understanding, the baby typically needs to be on an X-1 Visa for a certain period (often 6 months) before becoming eligible for an OCI card. This rules OCI out as an immediate solution. Please verify this rule independently as it can change.

Conclusion​

While this process is detailed and requires patience, it is entirely manageable when broken down into clear steps. The key is to start early, be meticulous with your documents, and remain adaptable. This journey, though complex, is the first of many you will undertake as a family. We hope this guide empowers you to navigate it with confidence, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: enjoying this precious time with your new Canadian citizen.

Wishing you and your growing family all the best and safe travels

Did you apply for OCI for yohr baby ? If yes did you apply in canada or india can you please let me know