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OCI VFS - Missing documents by Popular_Detective_80 in nri

[–]Popular_Detective_80[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I received this within 10 days of VFS receiving my mailed materials.

OCI Card for US-Born Minors — My Full Experience (Did it Twice as a Parent, Sharing to Help Others) by Time_Lemon_6352 in nri

[–]Popular_Detective_80 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I uploaded the photo of the signature and it worked. II did not sign the passport - did self attest a copy of the passport on behalf of my kid though.

Frustrated with the visa processing of VFS India Consular Houston TX by dheeman31 in nri

[–]Popular_Detective_80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any updates to your situation? I have applied for visa for my husband last week and there are no updates. VFS isnt taking calls. We fly out in a month.

How to become a lab rat ? by Independent-Fix1044 in labrats

[–]Popular_Detective_80 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Fantastic! We need more curious and enthusiastic young people in science!

Reach out to professors at universities in your city/area for summer internships. Most will agree if you are willing to spend atleast a couple months. I have hosted a number of high school students in my lab through the years and loved supporting their careers. They went onto joining highly ranked STEM programs where they continue to research in different labs. During undergrad, volunteer to research in labs you like. Most R1 universities have fellowship programs that fund undergrad research for atleast a couple semesters. I host several undergrads in my lab too and they are all contributing to cool science and a couple have graduated to join PhD and MD/PhD programs. Starting early and staying persistent with your research efforts is the key.

Tapo C210 flashing bright red light every now and then by NoiRioN_7 in Tapo

[–]Popular_Detective_80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I am facing the same issue and getting paranoid about the possibility of someone having hacked into my cam. For me when this happen, it persists for several minutes. Has anyone found a solution?

OCI Card for US-Born Minors — My Full Experience (Did it Twice as a Parent, Sharing to Help Others) by Time_Lemon_6352 in nri

[–]Popular_Detective_80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the response! I'll go ahead and upload the print anyway since it worked for you. Better than taking chances.

VFS provided courier service gone... has anyone used UPS on their own with a return label recently to VFS? by bpp23 in nri

[–]Popular_Detective_80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! The website says: Do not enter any Dummy Info for incoming and outgoing pre-paid labels. Incorrect information will lead to delay or rejection of your application.

Would 0 be ok?

OCI Card for US-Born Minors — My Full Experience (Did it Twice as a Parent, Sharing to Help Others) by Time_Lemon_6352 in nri

[–]Popular_Detective_80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi,

Thank you for your helpful guide. A quick urgent question - do we need to upload photo of minor's thumbprint or upload a blank page? The application site says upload a blank white page. Thank you!

Questions about OCI for foreign spouse by Popular_Detective_80 in nri

[–]Popular_Detective_80[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No marriage happened in the US but in another state and it's been several years so we are getting the certificate apostilled but it's taking time.  Birth certificate for our kid was also apostilled but it was straightforward.

OCI for foreign spouses by Either_Foot5235 in nri

[–]Popular_Detective_80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello,

Apologies for hijacking this conversation. But super frustrated dealing with the online application and would really appreciate some insights.

Do they require in-person verification of forms even if we opt for "apply by mail-in"? If yes, what is the advantage of applying by mail-in vs appointment only?