Pakistan has initiated a significant leap in passport issuance by introducing a hassle-free process that allows citizens to obtain basic travel documents without the need to physically visit a passport office. The Directorate General of Passport and Immigration, Mustafa Jamal, has introduced an online appointment scheduling system for individuals applying for new e-passports.
This innovative system provides convenience to applicants, enabling them to request appointments with a simple click of a button. Once scheduled, applicants will receive appointment notifications via SMS services, streamlining the process and reducing the need for in-person visits.
The fee structure for different passport categories is as follows:
36-page with 5-year validity:
- Normal delivery: Rs. 9,000
- Urgent delivery: Rs. 12,000
72-page with 5-year validity:
- Normal delivery: Rs. 16,500
- Urgent delivery: Rs. 27,000
36-page with 10-year validity:
- Normal delivery: Rs. 13,500
- Urgent delivery: Rs. 22,500
72-page with 10-year validity:
- Normal delivery: Rs. 24,750
- Urgent delivery: Rs. 40,500
Machine-readable passport (36 pages) with 5 years of validity:
- Normal delivery: Rs. 3,000
- Urgent delivery: Rs. 5,000
This development is part of a broader effort to digitize and modernize the passport issuance process nationwide. The introduction of e-passports not only enhances efficiency but also aligns with global trends in digital documentation.
