Note:
- Follow the two steps below to apply for a Life Certificate for purposes other than pension.
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If you are applying for a Life Certificate for pension purposes
(Click Here)
Step 1) Prepare Supporting Documents
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Official Government Application Form (Click Here)
(Download, Fill and Sign the official government application form)
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Notarized copy of - Medical Examination Certificate
Add a recent (no later than 15 days) certificate from a registered medical practitioner, certifying that applicant (with name) has been examined (with date) by the medical practitioner and is alive on the day.
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Notarized copy of the current passport (first and last pages)
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Notarized copy of proof of U.S. legal status showing a valid U.S. visa
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Notarized copy of proof of address in the U.S.
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Original and Copy of: Passport and Proof of US Visa Status and Address Proof of USA
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Copy of the Pension book
Applicants for pension purpose may submit copy of the pension book (having name of the applicant)/bank documents of pension.
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Fees (For Pension purpose(s)) : $2 (Cashier's Check/Money Order)
Payee Name “Consulate General of India, Seattle”
Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.
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Checklist for USA PASSPORT and OCI Holders
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Official Government Application Form (Click Here)
(Download, Fill and Sign the official government application form)
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Notarized copy of - Medical Examination Certificate
Add a recent (no later than 15 days) certificate from a registered medical practitioner, certifying that applicant (with name) has been examined (with date) by the medical practitioner and is alive on the day.
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Notarized copy of the current passport
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Notarized copy of OCI (first and last pages)
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Notarized copy of proof of address in the U.S.
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Original and Copy of: Passport and Address Proof of USA and OCI (front & back page)
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Copy of the Pension book
Applicants for pension purpose may submit copy of the pension book (having name of the applicant)/bank documents of pension.
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Fees (For Pension purpose(s)) : $2 (Cashier's Check/Money Order)
Payee Name “Consulate General of India, Seattle”
Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.
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1.
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Official Government Application Form (Click Here)
(Download, Fill and Sign the official government application form)
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2.
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Notarized copy of - Medical Examination Certificate
Add a recent (no later than 15 days) certificate from a registered medical practitioner, certifying that applicant (with name) has been examined (with date) by the medical practitioner and is alive on the day.
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3.
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Notarized copy of the current passport
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Notarized copy of proof of address in the U.S.
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Original and Copy of: Passport and Address Proof of USA
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Copy of the Pension book - Notarized
Applicants for pension purpose may submit notarized copy of the pension book (having name of the applicant)/bank documents of pension.
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5.
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Fees (For Pension purpose(s)) : $2 (Cashier's Check/Money Order)
Payee Name “Consulate General of India, Seattle”
Note: Personal Checks/Cash/Credit Cards/Debit Cards are not accepted.
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Step 2) Submit the Documents & Fees to VFS Global
Option 1: Book an appointment and visit the VFS Centre to submit your documents & Fees
To book an appointment with VFS (Click here)
VFS Global Seattle
1015 2nd Ave, Suite 804, Seattle, WA 98104
VFS Global Bellevue
14450 NE 29th Pl, Suite 117, Bellevue, WA 98007
VFS Global USA Customer care: + 1 800 320 9625
Option 2: Pay Online & Submit the documents to VFS via Courier
Existing users: VFS – Sign In (Click here)
New users: VFS – Create Account (Click here)
Courier documents to VFS Global Seattle
1015 2nd Ave, Suite 804, Seattle, WA 98104
VFS Global USA Customer care: + 1 800 320 9625
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Question
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How does the process of obtaining a Life Certificate (for purposes other than pension) work? |
Stage 1 – Submission
Follow the 2 steps mentioned above to submit the required documents to VFS Global (either in person or by mail).
Stage 2 – VFS Review
VFS Global reviews the documents. If the application is complete, VFS forwards the file to the Consulate.
(Note: If any documents are missing, VFS Global will notify the applicant by email. The applicant must submit the requested documents within 21 business days. Failure to do so will result in rejection of the application.)
Stage 3 – Consulate Processing
The Consulate verifies the application, processes it, and returns it to VFS Global.
Stage 4 – Closure
VFS Global closes the application and dispatches the processed documents to the applicant.
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How can I Contact VFS Global? |
For any queries, you may contact VFS Global USA Customer Care at
+1 800-320-9625
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What is the processing time for Life Certificate (For purposes other than Pension) ? |
One day (Next Day), for the application submitted in Person/over the counter.
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What documents are accepted as proof of address in the U.S.? |
• US Driving License OR
• Utility Bill OR
• Lease Agreement OR
• State Identity Card OR
• Mortgage Deed
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What Documents are valid as a proof of US Visa Status? |
• Visa page of Passport (i.e. H1B, H4, L1, L2 etc.) OR
• Green Card. OR
• Employment Authorization Document (Work Permit) OR
• I-797, I-140 or I-20
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How can I contact the Consulate for questions or concerns related to Life Certificate? |
You may write to misc.seattle@mea.gov.in
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