A passport is an important travel document that reflects your identity as a Pakistani citizen. The Passport Act of 1974 regulates the issuance of Pakistani passports are classified into three types – Ordinary, Diplomatic, and Official.
Passport Document Checklist
A Pakistani passport’s validity depends on the duration selected for the application. The available validity options are 5 years and 10 years.
Documents Required for Adults (18+ years)
- Original passport (if already issued) along with a photocopy
- Original valid CNIC/NICOP/Smart Card and a photocopy
- For dual nationals, original foreign passport and photocopies are mandatory
For Children (Under 18 Years)
- Father’s original valid passport and CNIC/NICOP
- Mother’s original valid passport and CNIC/NICOP
- Child’s original passport and B-form/NICOP/Smart NICOP
- Custody papers from court (if parents separated)
- For dual-national parents, an NOC from the consulate is required
For Newborns
- Child’s original birth certificate
- Child’s NICOP
- Father’s original valid passport and CNIC/NICOP
- Mother’s original valid passport and CNIC/NICOP
- For dual national parents, NOC is required from the consulate
Passport Fee
The fee depends on the type of passport, validity period, and if normal or urgent processing is requested. For example, a 5-year e-passport with 36 pages costs Rs. 9000 (normal) or Rs. 15000 (urgent).
Processing Time
- Normal fee: 21 working days
- Urgent fee: 5 working days
- Fast track: 2 working days
The passport fee paid is non-refundable and non-transferable.
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