Reissuing a Lost or Damaged OCI Card in Australia

Replace Your OCI Card & Regain Visa-Free Access to India

If your Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card has been lost, stolen, or damaged while living in Australia, you must apply for a reissue to continue enjoying visa-free travel privileges to India. At PassportMate, we ensure the process is handled smoothly, from police reporting to document submission and delivery.

Required Documents

To reissue a lost or damaged OCI card in Australia, you’ll typically need:

Completed online OCI reissue application form (via OCI Services portal)
Two recent passport-size photos (2×2 inches, white background)
Copy of your valid Australian passport
Proof of Indian origin – such as a previous Indian passport or your parent’s Indian passport
Police report – required in cases of lost OCI card
Original damaged OCI card (if applicable)
Self-declaration letter explaining how the card was lost or damaged

Application Process – 5 Simple Steps

Complete the Online Application
Fill out the OCI reissue form and upload your documents via the official OCI Services portal.
Print & Sign
Print the completed form, sign it, and gather your supporting documents — we’ll help you assemble the package.
Submit to VFS Global
Send or deliver your application pack to the authorized VFS Global center in Australia.
Processing by Consulate
VFS verifies your application and forwards it to the Indian Consulate for approval.
Receive Your Reissued OCI Card
Once approved, your new OCI card is delivered to your Australian address via secure courier.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

You must file a police report with your local Australian police station and obtain a copy. It is required for the reissue process.

No. You must hold a valid OCI card or apply for an appropriate Indian visa to travel.

In most cases, in-person visits are not required. If your documents are complete and correctly prepared, the entire process can be done by courier. The consulate may request an interview in rare cases.

Your reissued OCI card will be sent to your home via courier once approved and printed by the Indian authorities.

Start Now – We’ll Handle the Rest

Whether you’re applying for your first passport or need urgent travel assistance, PassportMate is your trusted partner for all things India → Australia documentation.

At PassportMate, we simplify the complex. We’re Australia’s trusted service for helping Indian nationals and NRIs navigate passports, visas, OCI cards, police clearance certificates, and more — all without the stress of embassy visits or confusing paperwork.