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Indian Passport, OCI and Visa Services in Australia: What the VFS Suspension Means for Families

July 12, 2026 by The Indian

Indian-Australian family reviewing passport, OCI and visa documents online at home in Australia

A practical guide for Indian Australians on the temporary disruption to Indian passport, visa and consular services through VFS Global, with steps for urgent cases and document planning.

e-OCI Card Launched: What Indian Australians Should Know About OCI Rights and Limits

July 2, 2026 by The Indian

Indian Australian family checking a digital e-OCI card on a smartphone with travel documents on a table

India’s e-OCI card rollout makes travel documentation easier for OCI holders, but the legal rights and restrictions of OCI status remain important for Indian Australians to understand.