OCI services
OCI through spouse — UK applications
If you are the foreign spouse of an Indian citizen or OCI cardholder, you may be eligible to apply for OCI in your own name.
The process is stricter than a standard Fresh OCI and requires additional supporting documents. Matrix NRI guides you through eligibility, documents, and VFS submission from the UK.
- Flat £150 service fee
- HCI appointment (not VFS)
- Both spouses must attend
Service fee
£150per applicant
Flat fee includes templates and full setup. £215 High Commission fee + delivery charges paid separately at the appointment.
Quantity
Number of applicants
Secure checkout. Card details are handled by Stripe.
At a glance
- Our turnaround
- Portal upload in 24–48 hrs
- Typical processing
- Typically several months
- VFS visit
- Required
- How it works
- Online preparation + High Commission appointment
Why us
Why choose Matrix Solutions
Hassle-free VFS assistance from a UK-registered team. Documents pre-checked, photos formatted to current portal spec, and your VFS appointment booked at the correct centre — you walk in with a ready file.
Hassle-free VFS assistance
We prepare your forms, format your photo and signature to current portal spec, and book your VFS appointment at the correct centre for your postcode — no portal stress.
Our 5-step process
A simple, predictable flow from your first message to delivery — see the timeline in “What happens after payment” below.
Jump to the 5-step timeline →Eligibility
Who is eligible for OCI through spouse — UK applications
Who can apply through spouse
Foreign spouse of an Indian citizen
You hold a non-Indian passport and your spouse holds a valid Indian passport. Marriage must have subsisted for a continuous period of at least two years immediately preceding the application.
Foreign spouse of an OCI cardholder
Your spouse already holds an OCI card. The two-year continuous marriage requirement still applies and the High Commission will verify both partners' documents.
Marriage registered and provable
You hold an officially registered marriage certificate (UK, India, or third country) and can provide supporting evidence such as joint address, joint accounts, and family photos.
Benefits
What you get with Matrix
Clear outcomes — not just a service.
- Lifetime OCI card via spouse eligibility — visa-free travel to India for life.
- Documentation tailored to spouse cases — declarations, marriage proof, spouse's documents.
- Couple-friendly — primary and spouse applications coordinated together.
- One VFS visit only — go with a fully prepared file.
- Same-day WhatsApp answers during UK office hours, 7 days a week.
- Transparent £150 fee — government / VFS fees paid separately by you.
Get started
How to start your order
Three easy ways — pick what suits you.
Pay securely online
Stripe Checkout — card or Apple/Google Pay. We start your file within 24 hrs.
WhatsApp us
Send a message — we reply 7 days a week with a checklist tailored to your case.
Message on WhatsAppTimeline
What happens after payment
From your first scan to VFS submission — clear, predictable, hands-on support throughout.
Free eligibility check
Share your marriage date, both passports, and your spouse's OCI/Indian passport on WhatsApp. We confirm whether Spouse OCI is the correct route or whether another option (such as visa) suits your travel plans better.
Personalised document list
We send a tailored checklist: marriage certificate, apostille guidance, joint address proofs, family photos, and identity documents for both partners. No originals at this stage.
We prepare your application
Online application completed, photos and signatures formatted to OCI portal specifications, supporting affidavit drafted where required, and the VFS appointment booked at your nearest centre.
Attend VFS together
You and your spouse attend VFS with the prepared package. We remain on WhatsApp during the appointment for live support. Biometrics are captured where required.
Track to delivery
We monitor the application until the OCI card is dispatched, and help with collection or courier delivery. Processing is typically longer than Fresh OCI applications.
Government / VFS fees are paid separately by you at the appointment — see the fee table below.
In your fee
What is included in this service
Everything below is covered by the Matrix service fee.
- Completion of application forms — we prepare and email them to you.
- Spouse-eligibility documentation guidance — declaration of subsisting marriage and supporting affidavits.
- Photo and signature formatted to current OCI portal specification.
- VFS appointment booked at your nearest centre (subject to availability).
- 24-hour preparation turnaround after we receive your documents.
- Free rework if rejection occurs due to our error.
Pricing
Fees and processing time
Transparent — Matrix fee separate from government / VFS fees.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Matrix service fee | £150 per applicant |
| Government / VFS fees | Flat fee includes templates and full setup. £215 High Commission fee + delivery charges paid separately at the appointment. |
| Our turnaround | Portal upload in 24–48 hrs |
| Authority processing | Typically several months |
We share a fixed quote after the free eligibility check. The quote covers document review, online application, photo and signature formatting, VFS appointment booking, and WhatsApp support through to OCI delivery. VFS and Indian government fees are paid separately at submission.
FAQ
Common questions
How long must we be married before applying?
The marriage must have subsisted for a continuous period of at least two years immediately preceding the application. Applications submitted earlier are typically refused.
Does our marriage need to be registered in India?
No. A marriage registered in the UK (or another country) is accepted, but the certificate usually needs to be apostilled before submission. We confirm exact requirements for your case.
Do we both need to attend VFS?
The applicant must attend. Your Indian / OCI-holder spouse is often required to attend for verification, particularly for first-time spouse OCI applications. We confirm in your checklist.
How long does processing take?
Spouse OCI processing varies and is typically longer than a standard Fresh OCI. Plan for several months and avoid booking non-refundable travel until your OCI is issued.
What is your fee?
Our service charge is shared on WhatsApp after we confirm your eligibility — it depends on whether one or both partners need additional support (for example apostille assistance). VFS and government fees are separate and paid at submission.
Important notes
- Final decisions and timelines sit with the relevant authority — we prepare and guide; we do not guarantee outcomes.
- Matrix NRI (UK Matrix Solutions Ltd) is not affiliated with VFS Global, the Indian High Commission, or the Government of India.
- Companies House no. 13295750 · ICO ZC142664.
UK locations · OCI through spouse
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