{"id":5078,"date":"2025-03-13T09:43:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T09:43:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-07-28T17:03:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T17:03:34","slug":"damaged-passport-replacement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/documitra.com\/blog\/damaged-passport-replacement\/","title":{"rendered":"A Complete Guide to Replacing a Damaged or Lost OCI Card"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: Poppins; font-size: 12pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">For Overseas Citizens of India, the OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card is more than just an ID\u2014it\u2019s a vital link to your heritage. This guide simplifies the process of replacing a damaged or lost OCI card, ensuring you have a clear, step-by-step path to restoration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">1. Overview of OCI Miscellaneous Services<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">OCI Miscellaneous Services allow registered OCI cardholders to update or replace their OCI documents. These services cover:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Replacement:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Obtain a duplicate if your OCI card is damaged or lost.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Correction:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Update incorrect personal details such as names or dates of birth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Information Updates:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Change details like address, occupation, or other personal information.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">Note:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"> PIO (Person of Indian Origin) cardholders must register for OCI as they follow a different process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">2. Step-by-Step Process<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">Step 1: Complete the Online Application<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Visit the Official Portal:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Go to<\/span><a style=\"text-decoration-line: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/ociservices.gov.in\/\"> <span style=\"color: blue; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">https:\/\/ociservices.gov.in<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> to access the online application form.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Fill in Your Details Accurately:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Ensure your full name, date of birth, and place of birth exactly match your passport and supporting documents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Upload Digital Documents:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Provide a digital photograph and signature that adhere to the specified guidelines.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Documents Required:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Current passport<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Address proof<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Copy of the police complaint (if the OCI card is lost)<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Copy of the lost OCI card (if available)<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Additional documents to prove Indian origin (if prior registration documents like visa or certificate were not secured)<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Photograph (2&#215;2 inches) and digital signature<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Applicable fee payment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">Step 2: Prepare Your Supporting Documents if required<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Name change Affidavit<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">employment letter etc<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13.5pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">Step 3: Submit Your Application<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Print and Sign:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> After completing the online form, print the application and attach your physical photograph.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Submit the Hard Copy:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Send the printed application, supporting documents, and fee receipt to the designated Indian Mission\/Post\/Office.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">In India:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> You can submit it directly at the specified office (e.g., Under Secretary, OCI Cell in New Delhi).<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Abroad:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Mail the documents to the consulate of your jurisdiction.<\/span>\u00a0check the jurisdiction here: <a style=\"text-decoration-line: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cgisf.gov.in\/page\/consulates-in-us\/\"><span style=\"color: #1155cc; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">https:\/\/www.cgisf.gov.in\/page\/consulates-in-us\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">3. Fee Structure and Payment<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Replacement Fee:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> A fee of US $100 (or its equivalent) is charged for duplicate OCI documents due to loss or damage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Verification:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Always check the latest fee details on the official OCI services website or with your local Indian Mission\/Post, as fees may change.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">4. Common Pitfalls and Best Practices<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Image Quality:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Use high-quality, clear images for your photograph and signature.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Accuracy:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Double-check that all personal details match your passport and legal documents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Complete Documentation:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Ensure every required document is submitted to prevent delays.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38;\" role=\"presentation\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\">Prompt Action:<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap-mode: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;\"> Re-upload any documents immediately if you encounter upload issues on the portal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 12pt; margin-top: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\">Replacing a damaged or lost OCI card need not be stressful. 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