fr.will@zen.co.uk.1330535427
17 years ago
You should check with the Indian authorities to make sure you haven't lost Indian citizenship by becoming British. If you haven't, then you can travel out on your Indian passport, and apply for your British one at the local consulate. If you have lost your Indian nationality, then you need to contact the nearest UK Passport Office **tomorrow** and try to arrange a rush job!
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dhaleelah
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17 years ago
hi there,

i will be getting my citizenship ertificate today and im travelling to india on 10th so i will not be having british passport,
is it ok to travel with my indian passport until i apply n get my british passport in hand?

some one pls reply

thanx
malikw
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17 years ago
See if you can use this option:

http://mumbai.usconsulate.gov/entry_and_exit_requirements.html

Dual nationality

In 2003, India passed a bill that allows certain persons of Indian origin in sixteen countries (subsequently extended to almost all countries), including the United States, to apply for a form of dual citizenship known as “Overseas Citizenship of India” (OCI). On January 7, 2006, the Government of India issued the first OCI certificate and released the regulations governing applications for OCI status. Persons with OCI status may not vote in Indian elections, hold most government jobs, or purchase certain types of real estate. However, they are free from most visa and registration requirements and receive other rights.

More information on OCI, please see this link
http://www.mha.nic.in/oci/oci-main.htm