Can i apply for OCI or PIO ?

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Can i apply for OCI or PIO ?
Hi i am an american citizen by naturalisation . I have come to know that if have to surrender my Indian passport immediately , but i want to retain so form of Indian citizenship with me . I was born in India and my family is of Indian origin , did my schooling in India and did my masters in the US and got my citizenship a few days ago . Am i eligible for a PIO or a OCI ?

Jim T

Go to the following website, this should answer you questions succinctly: http://www.onlinepassportphoto.com/OCI_vs_PIO.htm

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