Govt Announces Issuance of e-Passport Across the Country And Fee Structure

issuance of e-passport and fee structure

In a recent development, the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports announced to start issuance of e-passports from all passport offices across the Country. From 16 August 2023, this facility will be available in all field offices. In the month of June, the federal government introduced e-passports.

In addition, DGI & P also announced the fee structure for e-passports. The new e-passport fee structure will be as follow.

e-Passport Fee Structure

Category	Period	Normal Fee	Urgent Fee
36 Pages	5 Years	Rs. 9000/-	Rs. 15000/-
36 Pages	10 Years	Rs. 13500/ –	Rs. 22500/-
72 Pages	5 Years	Rs. 16500/-	Rs. 27000/-
72 Pages	10 Years	Rs. 24750/-	Rs. 40500/-

What is e-Passport

The e-Passport is a highly secure travel document. It has an electronic chip embedded in one of the passport pages, which will be used to store biometric information about the holder. The chip contains data that will verify the passport holder’s identity and will include the biometrics of the passport holder, the personal data found on the data page of the passport, a unique identification number, and a digital signature. An e-passport has a contactless (NFC) chip on it which means that those passports can be read electronically. The newly launched e-Passports in Pakistan are in compliance with the United Nations ICAO standards.

e-Passport Features

Chip-based data storage with laser engraving
Multiple security features including IR & UV
e-Gate facility for immigration
ICAO compliant standards
Real-time match of personalized data at airports

Benefits of Pakistan e-Passports

E-Passports are already in use in more than 150 countries worldwide. Several countries have switched to e-Passport due to the increasing need for efficient and better border security.

Pakistan e-Passport holders can benefit from the e-gate facility at all airports around the world. It will also help eliminate all the hurdles in the ongoing manual system and will aid Pakistani applicants to process online applications conveniently. Since the e-Passport carries out various forms of security checks, extending benefits to overseas Pakistanis will ultimately benefit the country.

How to Apply for e-Passport – Application process

The application process for the Pakistan e-Passport will be similar to acquiring a traditional passport. The documents required for an e-Passport are similar to that of a Machine Readable Passport (MRP). The following documents are required for both MRP and e-Passports.

For Age 18 & Above:

Evidencing proof of prescribed passport fee payment, through Original Bank Paid Fee Challan (receipt) or e-Payment Confirmation Detail (SMS/Email along with PSID No.)
Original Valid CNIC/NICOP with a photocopy.
Previous Passport in original with its photocopy, (if issued).
NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the concerned department in case of government, semi-government, or autonomous body employees.
Foreign Passport along with its photocopy, (for Dual-Nationals only).
In case of a Lost passport, bring a Lost passport Police report mentioning the previous passport number.

For ages Under 18 / Minor :

Evidencing proof of prescribed passport fee payment, through Original Bank Paid Fee Challan (receipt) or e-Payment Confirmation Detail (SMS/Email along with PSID No.)
Original Child Registration Certificate(CRC/Form”B”) or FRC (Family Registration Certificate) or Smart Card with one photocopy.
Original valid CNICs or Passports of both Parents along with photocopies.
The Minor will be accompanied by either his/her parent or a legal guardian appointed by the court of law, along with the original valid CNIC/NICOP of the parent/guardian.
In the case of a guardian, bring a guardianship certificate, issued by the court of law and the appointed Guardian will visit the Passport office personally with the minor, along with his/her original CNIC and its photocopy.
Foreign Passport along with its photocopy, (for Dual Nationals only).
In case either of the parent is deceased, his/her original Death Certificate along with a photocopy.
In case of a Lost passport, bring a Lost passport Police report mentioning the previous passport number.

Machine Readable Passport MRP Fee

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Govt Announces Issuance of e-Passport Across the Country And Fee Structure