The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced modifications to the Aadhaar (Enrollment and Update) rules introducing separate forms for resident and non-resident Indians. According to the UIDAI, these new guidelines have been made with the aim of making the whole process of updating and enrolling for the Aadhaar Card easier.
Earlier, NRIs were not eligible to apply for Aadhaar form, but now are eligible to apply for Aadhaar card at any Aadhaar Kendra. According to the old 2016 rule, an Aadhaar card holder could only update their address via online mode, and for any other detailed update, they were required to visit the nearby enrollment center.
Updated Aadhaar Rules
As per the new rules, Aadhaar card information can now be updated in the Central Identities Data Repository (CIDR) by visiting the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra or via the Mobile application and UIDAI website.
New Forms for Aadhaar Card Enrolment
New forms have replaced the existing ones for Aadhaar enrollment and updating Aadhaar details.
Form 1 will be used for the Aadhaar card enrolment of both residents and non-residents (18 years of age and older with evidence of address in India). The same group of people can update their Aadhaar details using the same form.
Form 2 will be for NRIs having address proof outside India.
Form 3 will be used to enroll children aged between 5 years and above but less than 18 years (resident or NRI having permanent Indian address).
Form 4 will be used for NRI children having addresses outside of India.
Form 5 will be used for residents or NRI children (having Indian address) below 5 years of age.
Form 6 will be used for NRI children (with outside India address) below 5 years of age.
Form 7 will be used by a resident foreign national above 18 years of age. A foreign passport, valid long-term visa, OCI Card, and Indian visa are mandatory for enrolment in this category. Having an email ID is compulsory as well.
Form 8 will be for resident foreign nationals below 18 years of age.
Form 9 is notified by the UIDAI for cancellation of the Aadhaar number upon attaining 18 years of age.
Update Aadhaar Document Every 10 Years
The new rule also states that an Aadhaar number bearer should update their documents 10 years after the generation date of the Aadhaar number. Updating the Aadhaar number and documents can be done online, through the UIDAI website or mobile application, or in person at the Aadhar Kendra (enrollment center).
Do NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) need an Aadhar card?
It is mandatory for every Indian citizen to enroll in Aadhar card. The Aadhar Card is used for many purposes, acting like a a social security number in India. The primary usages of a Aadhar card are:
Can OCI (Overseas Citizens of India) Card Holders obtain Aadhar card?
Yes, OCI card holders can obtain an Aadhar card. Aadhar is not a proof of citizenship so people with foreign citizenships can apply for Aadhar card, but OCIs must stay in India for 182 days or more in an year before applying for the Aadhar Card. According to the Income Tax Act (1961) definition, an individual must stay in India for 182 days or more in one financial year in order to become a resident of India.
Process for NRI Enrollment to Aadhar Card:
