OCI application with change in name

[jamesjosephp]

Hi,

I was recently naturalised as a British citizen, applied for a British passport and also obtained a Indian passport surrender certificate. The names across previous and current passports, and my naturalisation certificate are the same. I then prepared a deed poll to make a change to my surname and added a middle name. Using the deed poll I got my British passport re-issued with the new name, UK driving license changed , bank records updated etc. The confusion I have now is regarding the supporting document I should supply to apply for an OCI application. It's my first OCI application and I would like the new name applied to it rather than the previous one. I am hoping someone in this has some idea as to how I can get this done?

Thanks in advance.

James.

[jamesjosephp]

I managed to get things sorted. Thanks all.

James.

[elvampiro]

It would be helpful if you can post what process you underwent/challenges faced.
Was the deed poll alone enough, did the HCI need anything else?

[jamesjosephp]

Hi elvampiro,

In the OCI application form fill in your new name and previous name. Along with all the main documents for your OCI application, you also need to supply a copy of your deed poll attested by a solicitor. I got mine done by a solicitor in Eastham, London for a tenner. In about 45 days, you will receive your OCI card with your new name. There were no problems in my case. Hope things go smooth for you as well.

James.

[elvampiro]

Fab, thanks!

[Imihelp111]

Hi James,

Thank you for the very helpful post.
I may have to go though the similar process to change my surname on British passport after naturalisation.
I was thinking to change the surname oN Indian passport first but you saved me a lot of pain.
Thank you again.

Best regards,
AJ