How do you self attest a document in OCI?

Self-attestation simply requires you to place your signature on a photocopy of the document you want to certify. After you have a made a clean copy of your document, write a statement on it such as: “True copy” or “Self-attested copy”. Then place your signature directly under it.

Can someone attest their own signature?

In other words, as far as certifying a document is concerned, it is an act of validating that a signature was signed in your presence. Generally, attestation can be performed by any witness or person who is above 18 and who does not own the document that is been certified.

What is the difference between notarized and attested?

The witness signs to confirm that their statement is valid, and another person signs as an attestation that the first signature was authentic. Attestation differs from notarization, which requires a state-commissioned notary public to not only sign but add their personal stamp to the document in question.

What is a notarized attestation form?

A notary acknowledgment is a sworn statement made by a notary public who witnesses a person sign a document. A notary acknowledgment is highly recommended for all important legal documents and is often required for most estate forms (e.g. power of attorney, last will and testaments, etc.).

Do I have to upload self-attested documents for OCI?

Additional requirement for OCI applicants – With immediate effect, all new OCI applicants need to provide a notarized copy of the US passport instead of a self-attested copy. For other OCI applicants like Misc / In lieu of PIO etc., the Affidavit in Lieu of Originals must list US passport as one of the documents.

How do you self attest a document?

Self Attestation can be done simply by affixing your signature on the photocopy of a document. Make sure that the signature is prominent and touching any area of the copied matter. If there are more than one sheets, sign on all the sheets separately. Write the words ‘true copy’ in order to make it appear authentic.

Do I need to upload self-attested documents for OCI?

Are you applying OCI on the basis of spouse spouse’s OCI card?

Adults holding a USA passport whose spouse is a person of Indian origin may apply for OCI card if they meet the following OCI card eligibility requirements. Are married to an Indian citizen and has been married to the Indian citizen for at least two continuous years before applying for OCI card; or.