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- In a significant move to improve accessibility to essential consular services for the Indian-American community, a new Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) has opened its doors in Dallas.
- The facility, located at 8360 Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Suite A-230, is set to serve thousands of Indian-origin residents in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, offering a wide array of services closer to home.
- The Dallas ICAC provides a wide range of services including passport and visa processing, applications for Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status, power of attorney, attestations, life certificates, police clearance for foreign nationals, as well as birth, marriage, and other civil documentation services.
In a significant move to improve accessibility to essential consular services for the Indian-American community, a new Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) has opened its doors in Dallas. The facility, located at 8360 Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Suite A-230, is set to serve thousands of Indian-origin residents in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, offering a wide array of services closer to home.
The centre was officially launched through a virtual inauguration by India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra. The event in Dallas was attended by Consul General DC Manjunath, who led the local ceremony, alongside elected officials and prominent members of the Indian-American community.
“This is part of our ongoing mission to strengthen ties with the Indian diaspora and ensure government services are easily accessible, no matter where they live,” Ambassador Kwatra remarked. “We remain committed to enhancing engagement with Indian communities across the United States.”
The Dallas ICAC is one of nine such centres being rolled out across the country, with others in Boston, Columbus, Detroit, Edison, Orlando, Raleigh, San Jose, and an upcoming location in Los Angeles.
Consul General DC Manjunath emphasized the importance of the new centre for local residents. “Dallas is home to a vibrant Indian community. By opening this centre, we’re eliminating the need for long travel to Houston, effectively bringing the Consulate right to people’s doorsteps,” he said.
The initiative has received strong support from local leaders. Texas State Representative Vikki Goodwin hailed the move, stating, “This consular centre is a vital addition for our Indian-American community, ensuring that key services are both accessible and convenient.”
Community leaders echoed that sentiment. Rajesh Mehta, president of the Dallas Indian Association, called the centre a “game changer,” adding, “It’s a meaningful step that reflects India’s dedication to its global diaspora.”
The Dallas ICAC provides a wide range of services including passport and visa processing, applications for Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status, power of attorney, attestations, life certificates, police clearance for foreign nationals, as well as birth, marriage, and other civil documentation services.
The centre is open six days a week, from Monday through Saturday, and aims to streamline the consular experience for Indian-origin residents in the region.
With the launch of this centre, Dallas joins a growing network of ICACs across the U.S., reflecting a broader effort by the Indian government to deepen its support for overseas citizens and enhance bilateral engagement at the community level.
