Yes, an NRI (Non-Resident Indian) or OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) holder can enroll as an advocate in India. The Bar Council of India allows this, but certain conditions must be followed. The most important rule is that the person must have a valid LL.B. degree from a university recognized by the Bar Council of India. If the degree is from outside India, it must be checked and approved as “equivalent” by the BCI.

An NRI or OCI applicant must submit their passport, visa or OCI card, address proof, identity proof, and all required law degree documents. They must also apply to the State Bar Council just like any Indian student. After document verification, they can get their Enrollment Certificate and practice law in India.

However, one rule is important: if the person’s home country does not allow Indian lawyers to practice there, then the same restriction may apply to that NRI/OCI applicant in India. This is called the “reciprocity rule.”

In simple words, NRIs and OCIs can become lawyers in India if their degree is valid, their papers are complete, and the rules of both countries match. After approval, they can practice like any other advocate.