PASSPORT

Fee for Pakistani Nationals (Passport Processing / MRP)

Machine Readable Passport (MRP):

(Note: The issuance of Machine Readable Passports (MRP) may be delayed due to unforeseen reasons and technical problems from the Directorate General of Immigration & Passports Headquarters, Islamabad, Pakistan.)

1) Physical presence is mandatory to apply for Machine Readable Passport. Processing of MRP application includes; recording of biometric data (finger print scanning), taking applicant’s photograph, taking the applicant’s personal data and interview for which personal attendance is mandatory at the Embassy.

2) MRP applicants must possess valid computerized CNIC / NICOP issued by NADRA, as well as valid current passport and a valid residence permit.

3) If there is a discrepancy between the information provided by the applicant and the data in NADRA’s database, the applicant can rectify the information first in the NICOP before applying for MRP. Moreover, the case will be treated as ’MRP modification’ and has to be applied at the Embassy.

4) The applicant will be required to produce documents inclosing NICOP/CNIC like birth certificate, matriculation certificate, valid passport, or valid visa to prove or justify the change noticed in data fetched from NADRA.

5) In case of change of a female applicant’s name due to marriage, the applicant should have her NICOP/CNIC card changed to the married name, before applying for MRP, showing the marital status on the Marriage Certificate

Renewal of MRP:

1) Renewal of Machine Readable Passport at the Embassy/Consulate General has the same procedure as applying for new one with all required documents.

2) In addition, a simple MRP renewal (without any modification) can be carried out online via https://onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk/. MRP cannot be renewed in mail or with any representative, i.e., the applicant has to be present in person while applying for MRP from the Embassy

Lost Passport:

Following documents are required for processing a fresh MRP in respect of a lost passport:

1) Original Police Report, in detail, in respect of lost passport.

2) Original valid CNIC / NICOP along with a photocopy.

3) Photocopy of lost Pakistani Passport.

4.) Work permit, resident card (if student then student card is also required)

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