Person of Indian Origin / PIO Card

Globalization has changed the scenario.India is shining on Economic front. People all over the world are attracted to invest in India.

So why not you, PLO? Govt. of India has made PIO journey back to India simpler easier, flexible & absolutely hassle free. The PIO card is the entry pass to you all & will entitle you to you a set of privileges.

PIO card provides lot of privileges


  • PLO card holder shall not require a separate visa to visit India for 15 years from the date of issue of PIO card.
  • He will be exempt from the requirement of registration if his/her stay on any single visit in India does not exceed 180 days.
  • In event of continuous stay in India exceeding 180 days he/she shall have to get himself/herself registered within 30 days of the expiry of 180 days with the concerned FRRO/FRO.
  • No separate “Student Visa” or “Employment Visa” required for admissions in Colleges/Institutions or for taking up employment respectively.
  • They shall enjoy parity with NRIs in respect of all Facility in the matter of acquisition, holding, transfer & disposal of immovable properties in India except in matters relating to the acquisition of agricultural/plantation properties.
  • They shall enjoy Facilities available under the various housing scheme of L1C, State Govt. & Other Govt. Agencies.