How to Apply for a Pakistani Passport Online in 2025
“Your passport is now only three clicks and one biometric appointment away.”
1. Before You Start — Checklist
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| CNIC / NICOP | Must be valid and un-laminated |
| Old passport | Required for renewals |
| Digital photo | White background, no glasses, 600 × 600 px |
| Mobile number | Same number for SMS alerts from 9988 |
2. Choose the Right Passport Type (2025 Fees)
| Type | Pages | Validity | Normal Fee | Urgent Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary | 36 | 5 yr | ₨ 4,500 | ₨ 7,500 |
| Ordinary | 36 | 10 yr | ₨ 6,700 | ₨ 11,200 |
| e-Passport | 36 | 5 yr | ₨ 9,000 | ₨ 14,500 |
Pay online via HBL Konnect, JazzCash, Credit/Debit card.
3. Fresh / Renewal — Step-by-Step Online Process
A. Create Account
Go to https://onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk Click “Register” → enter CNIC, mobile, email Verify via OTP
B. Fill Application
Select “New” or “Renew” Upload photo (auto-cropped tool provided) Scan & upload CNIC front/back, old passport (if renewing)
C. Pay Fee
Choose Normal / Urgent / Fast-Track Save payment receipt PDF (needed for appointment)
D. Book Appointment
Green slots = biometric + photograph Blue slots = photograph only (kids < 12) Print appointment slip with token number
4. Appointment Day — What to Expect
| Step | Location | Documents to Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Token counter | Passport Office | CNIC, payment slip, old passport |
| Biometrics | Fingerprint + iris | — |
| Photo | White background | — |
| Data verification | Staff double-check name, DOB | — |
Pro tip: Arrive 30 min early; bring ball-point pen (they run out).
5. Tracking Your Application
Online https://tracking.pass.gov.pk Enter 11-digit token, CNIC, DOB
SMS Send Token Number to 9988 → instant status
Status Meanings
| Status | Translation |
|---|---|
| In Process | Printing / lamination |
| Ready for Collection | Visit office with slip |
| Dispatched | Via courier (TCS/Speed Post) |
| Delivered | Check doorstep |
6. Delivery Options (2025)
| Mode | Extra Cost | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Self pickup | ₨ 0 | 10–15 days (normal) |
| Home delivery | ₨ 250 | +2 days |
| Fast-Track | ₨ 1,500 | 2 working days |
7. Special Cases & FAQs
| Case | Solution |
|---|---|
| Lost passport | FIR + in-person application, 1-year emergency passport |
| Name change | Update NADRA CNIC first |
| Married women | Husband’s name must appear on CNIC/NICOP |
| Minors (< 18) | Both parents’ CNIC + Form B |
8. Quick Troubleshooting
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Photo rejected | Retake at e-Kiosk inside office |
| Payment failed | Re-try via JazzCash or bank challan |
| Slot unavailable | Check midnight when new slots drop |
9. One-Screen Cheat-Sheet
- onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk
- Register → Upload docs → Pay
- Book slot → Biometrics → Track via SMS 9988
- Collect or wait for courier
“In 2025 the only queue left is the biometric one—everything else is an app away.”
Bookmark this guide, share it with friends, and apply tonight—your next adventure starts with a token number.
