There are mainly two options for obtaining permanent residency status (PRC) in India - · OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) Card – This card will provide a lifelong visa and will allow multiple entries into India. After you obtain this card and apply for a permanent residency you will need to fulfill certain other criteria. · PIO (Persons of Indian Origin) Card – This is a kind of family visa card. In case, your parents or grandparents were born in India and lived here you can obtain this card.