India Extends OCI Eligibility to 6th Generation for Indian-Origin Persons in Sri Lanka

In a historic announcement, Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on April 19, 2026 extended Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card eligibility from the 4th generation to the 6th generation for persons of Indian origin in Sri Lanka.

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The announcement was made during his two-day state visit to Colombo — the first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian Vice-President to Sri Lanka.

What's new:

✅ OCI eligibility now covers up to the 6th generation

✅ Sri Lankan government-issued certificates now accepted as proof of nativity

✅ Simplified documentation process for estate workers and families ✅ Expected to improve access to education and economic opportunities in India

This is a long-awaited milestone for the Indian-origin Tamil community in Sri Lanka.

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