Surrender Certificate
Complete assistance for surrendering your Indian passport and obtaining a Surrender Certificate after acquiring foreign citizenship, with end-to-end application support.
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A Surrender Certificate is an official document issued by the Indian authorities after an individual acquires foreign citizenship and surrenders their Indian passport. This certificate is mandatory for applying for OCI Card, visa services, renunciation of Indian citizenship records, and other immigration or legal formalities.
NRIDocs provides complete support for the Surrender Certificate application process, ensuring accurate documentation, timely submission, and compliance with Government of India guidelines. Our services are designed for NRIs, foreign passport holders, and overseas applicants who need a smooth and hassle-free experience without repeated visits or delays.
Our Surrender Certificate services include:
- Guidance on Indian passport surrender procedures
- Preparation and submission of Surrender Certificate application
- Verification of documents and eligibility
- Coordination with VFS / Indian missions / authorities
- Support for OCI and other post-surrender services
NRIDocs ensures secure handling of documents, transparent timelines, and professional follow-up, helping clients avoid penalties or rejection due to non-compliance.
Required Documents
Please keep the following documents ready for a smooth processing experience.
- Original Indian Passport (for surrender)
- Copy of Foreign Passport
- Naturalization / Citizenship Certificate (foreign country)
- Renunciation / Surrender Application Form
- Recent Passport-Size Photographs
- Address Proof (India or overseas)
- Fee Payment Receipt
- Authorization Letter / Power of Attorney (if applied through a representative)
Frequently Asked Questions
A Surrender Certificate is an official document issued by Indian authorities confirming that an individual has surrendered their Indian passport after acquiring foreign citizenship.
Any individual who has acquired citizenship of another country and previously held an Indian passport must obtain a Surrender Certificate.
Yes. Surrendering an Indian passport and obtaining a Surrender Certificate is mandatory under Indian law after acquiring foreign nationality.
Yes. NRIDocs provides complete assistance, including document preparation, application submission, and coordination with the Indian mission or authorities.
Why Choose NRIDocs
NRI Expertise
Specialists in NRI documentation
Secure Handling
Encrypted document processing
Dedicated Support
Expert assigned start to finish
Transparent Process
Clear timelines with updates
Global Reach
Worldwide support in India
Accuracy Assured
Embassy-specific compliance
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