We got our US citizenship and passport recently and now I need to travel to India, by end of June. I am thinking of getting a PIO card - but not sure how long it may actually take in NY. Although the consulate website says 2 to 3 weeks, it also says it can take longer if case has to go to India. Can anyone share their experience on how long the PIO card is taking in NY ?
Also, while looking at the PIO application, Question 13 and 14 are a little unclear.
Question 13 asks : "Whether the applicant or either of his/her parents or grandparents or great grandparents helad an Indian Passport at any time. "
My parents did have passports but I do not have their details. So is it sufficient to list just the details of my own passport or do I list their names and put not known for Passport details ? Also do I need to list only my most recent passport details or list ALL Indian passports including expired ones ?
Is there any need to provide proof of Indian origin other than your old / current Indian passport ?
Thanks
Also, while looking at the PIO application, Question 13 and 14 are a little unclear.
Question 13 asks : "Whether the applicant or either of his/her parents or grandparents or great grandparents helad an Indian Passport at any time. "
My parents did have passports but I do not have their details. So is it sufficient to list just the details of my own passport or do I list their names and put not known for Passport details ? Also do I need to list only my most recent passport details or list ALL Indian passports including expired ones ?
Is there any need to provide proof of Indian origin other than your old / current Indian passport ?
Thanks