Not citizenship, days of stay in India will be counted, know what the new update says:

News India Live, Digital Desk: In today’s time, Aadhaar Card has become the most important document for every person living in India. Be it opening a bank account, paying taxes or getting a SIM card, Aadhaar is useful everywhere. Often we get this question from relatives, friends living abroad or OCI (Overseas Citizens of India) cardholders – “Can we also get Aadhaar card made?”

There is a lot of confusion on this question. Some people think that since they are of Indian origin, they will definitely get Aadhaar. But, UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) Has made the position absolutely clear on this matter. If you or someone you know is an OCI cardholder, then this information will be very useful for them.

Residence is the basis, not citizenship.

First of all, understand one thing, Aadhaar card is not a proof of your “citizenship”, but it is a proof of your “identity” and “address”. According to UIDAI rules, OCI cardholders can also get Aadhaar made, but for this a very big and strict condition Is.

that’s the condition 182-Day Stay Rule.

What is this 182 day rule?

UIDAI has clarified that any OCI cardholder who holds a valid foreign passport can apply for Aadhaar only if he has lived there for at least 12 months immediately preceding the date of application. Stayed in India for 182 days,

What this means is quite clear:

• If you live abroad and have come to India for holidays only for 10-15 days in a year, then you cannot get Aadhaar made.
• To get Aadhaar you need to be from India ‘Resident’ It is necessary to be resident, and in the eyes of the law, a resident is one who has stayed in India for more than half of the year (182 days).

How to apply? (Step-by-Step Process)

If you fulfill this condition of 182 days, then it is very easy for you to get Aadhaar made. The process is almost the same as for ordinary Indian citizens:

1. Make an Appointment: First of all, go to UIDAI website and book an appointment at Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
2. Go to Centre: Go to the center on the scheduled date.
3. Documents: The documents are slightly different for OCI holders. you have your Valid Foreign Passport And Valid OCI Card Have to show. (Remember, OCI card alone is not enough, passport is necessary).
4. Biometrics: There your photo, fingerprints and eye scan will be taken.
5. Don’t forget to email: Since you may not have a permanent Indian mobile number, please update your email ID so that you keep getting all the information on your mail.