An Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card is an identity document (available since 2005) for Indian citizens living overseas. If you qualify for an OCI card, you then need to apply to get one. You can apply either online via the website, or you can apply the old-fashioned way via a paper application. Either way, you need to submit a biometric photograph with your application.
The requirements regarding the photographs needed for your OCI card are based upon the specifications of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the International Standards Organization. Please keep reading this article to learn more about the requirements for your OCI card photograph.In order to apply for an OCI card, you need to attach two (2) printed photos to the paper application, or simply upload a digital photo if applying online.
The india oci photo should be in colour and of the size of 2 inch x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm). - The photo-print should be clear and with a continuous-tone quality. - It should have full face, front view, eyes open. - Photo should present full head from top of hair to bottom of chin. - Center head within frame. - The background should be a plain light colored background. - There should not be any distracting shadows on the face or on the background. - Head coverings are not permitted except for religious reasons, but the facial fea tures from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face must be clearly shown. - The expression on the face should look natural.