Registration of CAA: Documents required

Individuals who came to India before December 31, 2014, from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh owing to "religious persecution" and belong to six religious minorities: Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi, and Christian - are eligible for citizenship under the CAA of 2019.

How to apply for citizenship under the CAA 2019?

• The applicant must submit an application for registration under the CAA new rules or naturalization under section 6B in electronic form to the Empowered Committee via the District Level Committee as specified by the Central Government.
• When the application is submitted, an acknowledgment in Form IX will be generated electronically.
• The District Level Committee, chaired by the Designated Officer, as defined, will verify the papers supplied by the applicant with the application.
• The Designated Officer shall administer the oath of allegiance to the applicant following the Second Schedule to the Citizenship Act, 1955 (57 of 1955), sign the oath of allegiance, and forward it to the Empowered Committee in electronic form, along with confirmation of document verification.
• If an applicant fails to appear in person to sign the application and take the oath of loyalty despite reasonable opportunities, the District Level Committee will refer the application to the Empowered Committee for consideration of rejection.
• The Empowered Committee referred to in rule 11A may examine an applicant's application for grant of citizenship by registration or naturalization submitted under Section 6B to ensure that the application is complete in all respects and that the applicant meets all of the conditions outlined in Section 6B.
• The Empowered Committee may give the applicant Indian citizenship if it is satisfied, after conducting such inquiries as it deems necessary to determine the applicant's suitability, that he is a suitable and proper person to be registered or naturalized, as the case may be.

Documents required for registration of CAA:

• A passport issued by the appropriate government.
• A Registration Certificate or Residential Permit issued by a Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FRRO) or Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO) in India.
• A birth certificate issued by a government agency in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, or Pakistan.
• School or educational certificates issued by accredited authorities in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, or Pakistan.
• Any identification document issued by the government or other relevant authorities in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, or Pakistan.
• Afghan, Bangladeshi, or Pakistani government authorities give licenses or certificates.
• Land and tenancy records from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.
• Documents proving familial ties to residents of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, or Pakistan.
• Any other document issued by a government entity or agency in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, or Pakistan that demonstrates the applicant's nationality or origin.

In addition, candidates must provide the following documents to establish their arrival in India on or before December 31, 2014:

• Upon arrival in India, obtain a copy of your visa and immigration stamp.
• The Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FRRO) or Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO) in India issues a Registration Certificate or Residential Permit.
• Census Enumerators in India distribute slips during census-related surveys.
• In India, government-issued licenses, certificates, or permits (such as a driver's license and an Aadhaar card).
• Ration Card was issued in India.
• Official letters from the government or the court to the applicant.
• Birth certificates are issued in India.
• Land or tenancy records, as well as registered rental agreements in India, must be in the applicant's name.
• PAN Card issue documentation, including the date of issuance.
• Any other document issued by the Central Government, State Governments, Public Sector Enterprises, Financial Institutions, or Public Authorities.
• A certificate issued by an elected member of a rural or urban body, a revenue officer, or an officer of the same.
• Bank or Post Office account information in the applicant's name.
• Insurance policies issued by Indian insurers in the applicant's identity.
• Electricity connection documents, bills, or other utility bills bearing the applicant's name.
• In India, court or tribunal records or processes involving the applicant may exist.
• Documents proving service or employment with any Indian employer, accompanied by Employee Provident Fund (EPF), General Provident Fund, Pension, or Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) documents.
• India issues school leaving certificates.
• Schools, colleges, boards, universities, or government organizations provide academic certificates.
• The applicant has been given a municipal trade license.
• Marriage certificates.

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