The Central government has reverted to its previous decision to accept ‘revocation certificates’ instead of ‘surrender certificates’ for Goans who have obtained Portuguese nationality, as per the Portuguese Nationality Law. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced that this change is made under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and with the approval of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

The MHA stated, “A copy of the passport revocation order issued by Regional Passport Officers, instead of a surrender certificate, will now be accepted as an alternative document for granting visas or exit permissions on valid Portuguese passports or OCI cards.” This decision aims to streamline the process for Goans holding Portuguese nationality.