How can I convert my US citizenship to Indian Citizenship?

What are the actual steps to becoming a citizen of India?

1. Check you’re eligible for citizenship.
2. Complete the application including all required documentation.
3. Pay your fee and complete any follow up checks needed.
4. Receive documentary proof of your citizenship and apply for a passport.

Can you switch back to Indian Citizenship?

Rohit Mohan says India’s Citizenship Act has a provision to reclaim Indian citizenship. “Persons of full age and capacity who has been registered as an OVERSEAS CITIZEN OF INDIA (OCI) for five years and residing in India for ONE YEAR before making an application under section 5(1)(g).”

Is it possible to get Indian Citizenship back after renouncing?

If you give up Indian citizenship you can apply instead for an OCI card which you can hold alongside your foreign nationality. If you want to reclaim your Indian citizenship after renouncing it, you can do so by fulfilling a residency requirement and applying.

How can I renounce my US citizenship in India?

A person wishing to renounce his or her U.S. citizenship must voluntarily and with intent to relinquish U.S. citizenship:

1. appear in person before a U.S. consular or diplomatic officer,
2. in a foreign country at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate; and.
3. sign an oath of renunciation.

How long can I stay in India with US citizenship?

180 days
How long can US citizens stay in India? 180 days in Total. The India Tourist Visa is valid for 1 year after issued and grants Multiple Entry.

Can I get US citizenship back after renouncing?

Renunciation of U.S. citizenship is final and irrevocable. You lose citizenship for the rest of your lifetime. There are no temporary renunciations or options to re-acquire U.S. citizenship. Once you renounce, you can never resume your citizenship.

Do I have to surrender my Indian passport after getting U.S. citizenship?

Upon acquiring U.S. citizenship, Indian citizens must apply for renunciation of Indian citizenship and surrender their Indian passport within 90 days of U.S. naturalization. Cancelled Indian passports must indicate Cancelled due to acquiring foreign nationality to qualify as valid proof of renunciation.