Applying for PIO after entering India

[IndigoLove 0]

Its been decided I will be moving to and living in India. DCF is not something we're considering at this time. I've been through the Travista site and several others and I'm confused so hoping someone here can offer me some experienced guidance. We have been married 1 year and 8 months. I am the US citizen, he is the India national. I want to travel back to the US annually to visit family, however returning every 6 months and waiting the required 2 months to re-enter is not an option.

What exactly is the Entry Visa and what does it permit?

Am I correct that I MUST enter India on an Entry Visa in order to apply for the PIO in India?

Where would I apply in India for the PIO card if its possible to do so?

Any information and experience would be very helpful to us. Thanks.

[bobby_kvisa 7]

If you are currently in America, you should check to see if you can apply for the PIO card at the Indian Consulate nearest you.

When I went to the Indian Consulate for my PIO card, they asked me what basis I was using to apply for the PIO and then checked all my forms, papers and evidences. After checking and quickly verifying everything only then did they accept the application.

If your application is accepted at the Consulate it should take only about 2 weeks to 20 days to be approved and get your PIO card.

You only have to give photocopies to them so it might be worth a shot.

Good luck !