Machine Readable Passports Fee Schedule Released
The Directorate General of Immigration and Passport has clarified the procedure and latest fee structure for machine readable passports in Pakistan.
Machine readable passports are issued to ordinary citizens for international travel, providing protection abroad through Pakistan diplomatic and consular missions.
A valid passport serves as the only proof of identity for Pakistani citizens overseas, ensuring their right to exit and re-enter the country safely.
To apply for a new passport, applicants must visit the relevant office or mission and submit required documents along with the prescribed fee receipt.
Documents include an original and valid CNIC or NICOP, a paid challan receipt, and a No Objection Certificate for government employees where applicable.
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Dual nationals are required to present their foreign passport with a copy, in addition to standard documents, to complete the application process.
The new fee schedule for October sets a 36-page passport at Rs4,500 for five years or Rs6,700 for ten years under the normal category.
For urgent processing, the fee is Rs7,500 for five years and Rs11,200 for ten years, with higher rates for 72-page and 100-page booklets.
A 72-page passport now costs Rs8,200 for five years and Rs12,400 for ten years under normal, while urgent issuance is Rs13,500 and Rs20,200.
For 100-page passports, the normal fee is Rs9,000 for five years and Rs13,500 for ten years, with urgent charges reaching Rs18,000 and Rs27,000.
