Aadhaar Card For NRIs: Here's How You Can Update Your Details If You Live Abroad

Aadhaar card, the UIDAI recommends submitting Proof of Identity and Proof of Address documents if your card was issued more than ten years ago and has yet to be updated

It's crucial to note that you can update your date of birth on your Aadhaar card only once

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Ensuring your Aadhaar card is updated with the latest details is vital for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to facilitate uninterrupted access to diverse services and transactions. To renew your Aadhaar card, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) recommends submitting Proof of Identity and Proof of Address documents if your card was issued more than ten years ago and has yet to be updated. 

It's important to note that certain aspects of your Aadhaar card, such as biometric data, including fingerprints, iris scans, and facial photos, cannot be updated electronically. These updates require a physical visit to the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.

Here are the steps you can follow to update your Aadhaar card details online:

• Access the Aadhaar Self Service Update Portal (SSUP): Log in using your Aadhaar number, and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
• Choose the specific update required, such as name, address, or other demographic details.
• Enter the revised information and upload scanned copies of supporting documents.
• Pay the non-refundable update fee securely online using debit/credit cards or net banking.
• Save the Service Request Number (SRN) generated during the process to track the status of your update request.
• You will receive an SMS notification regarding the status of your update request after internal verification.
• Once approved, download the updated Aadhaar card with the new details.

You can track the SRN or URN to monitor the progress of your update request through the UIDAI portal.

It's crucial to note that you can update your date of birth on your Aadhaar card only once, and you can only make changes within a three-year window from the enrollment date you initially recorded. Similarly, the gender information on your Aadhaar card can also be modified only once.

Reasons to Update Aadhaar Card Details as an NRI:

• Aadhaar is a recognised proof of identity and address essential for conducting financial and legal affairs.
• Updated Aadhaar details are often necessary to access government services and subsidies efficiently.
• NRIs may require Aadhaar for various financial activities, such as opening bank accounts and investing in India.
• It is mandatory to link Aadhaar with PAN for NRIs, and ensuring accurate details facilitates smooth compliance with regulatory requirements.