Required Documents for Machine Readable Passport
For ages 18 & above
- Original Valid CNIC/NICOP with a photocopy. (married female applicants must have their marital status updated on their CNIC/NICOP/Smart ID before applying for passport)
- Previous Passport in original with photocopy of first 4 pages, (if issued).
- NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the concerned department in case of government, semi-government or autonomous body employees issued within last 90 days by their respective Ministries/Divisions/Departments.
- Valid status in Canada in original (Canadian Passport/ PR card/Work Permit/Study permit) along with its photocopy.
- In case of a Lost passport, an affidavit mentioning the previous passport number and duly attested by the Consulate General.
- Dual nationals while applying first time are advised to bring photocopies of parents’ CNIC/NICOP for verification by concerned agencies.
- Passport fee is payable in the Consulate through Debit card only.
For ages under 18 / Minor
- Original Child Registration Certificate (CRC/ Form"B") or FRC (Family Registration Certificate) or Smart Card with one photocopy. Minor age 10 and above are required to produce juvenile card/NICOP/CRC containing picture and biometric of the minor.
- Original valid CNICs or Passports of both Parents along with photocopies. (Reference: Passport Rules 2021)
- The Minor will be accompanied by either of his/her parents or legal guardian appointed by the court of law, along with the original valid CNIC/NICOP of the parent/guardian.
- In case one of the parent cannot accompany then the said parent must send a duly notarized consent letter to be produced at the time of passport application.
- In case parents are separated/divorced, bring custody papers granted by the Court of Law.
- 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.
- Valid status in Canada in original (Canadian Passport/ PR card/Work Permit/Study permit) along with its photocopy.
- In case either of the parent is deceased, his/her original Death Certificate along with a photocopy.
- In case of a Lost passport, an affidavit by the accompanying parent duly attested by the Consulate General.
- Passport fee is payable in the Consulate General through Debit Card only.
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Change of Particulars
- The applicant can apply for a passport to modify his/her name, father name, date of birth etc. Prior revision / modification in CNIC/NICOP is mandatory.
- In case of doubt about the age of any applicant, the issuing authority may call documentary evidence such as birth certificate issued by municipalities or other local bodies, or matriculation certificate of recognized Universities or Boards.
Note: Cases of change of name, father name and date of birth altogether will be forwarded to Directorate General Immigration & Passports, Islamabad for approval.
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Collection / Delivery of MRP
Only the applicant themselves or blood relative of the applicant can collect passport on their behalf.
Following has to be produced at the time of collection:
- Original Receipt (if the receipt is lost, the MRP will only be issued in person).
- Previous passport
- Handwritten authority letter from the applicant (if the applicant is unable to come).
Collection By Mail:
Applicant can provide pre-paid self addressed registered Canada Post envelope at his/her own risk at the time of submission to enable the Consulate to mail his/her passport.
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Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, Machine Readable Passport system uses the data from NADRA's system and application can only processed if applicant has a valid original Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Smart ID Card. Only exception is the children having Computerized Child Registration Certificate (CRC/Form B) issued by NADRA from Pakistan. Their applications can be processed without CNIC or NICOP if they have original CRC/Form B.
Yes, either one of the parents should accompany their child for processing the machine readable passport application with identity documents of both the parents.
Yes, both mother and father's Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Smart ID Card are required in case of children's passport application.
Yes, child's (upto the age of 18 years)Machine Readable Passport (MRP) application can be processed on the basis of Computerized Child Registration Certificate (CRC/Form B) issued by NADRA from Pakistan even if they don't have National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP).
No. Machine Readable Passport system uses the data from NADRA's system and application can only be processed if applicant has a valid original Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Smart ID Card. You need to get a one of these NADRA cards before applying for Machine Readable Passport (MRP).
No. Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) with photo is required for Machine Readable Passport (MRP) application processing.
Yes. Government of Pakistan has dual nationality agreement with certain countries. Applicants having any other nationality along with Pakistani nationality need to declare it for Machine Readable Passport (MRP) application.
No. Children who already possess a valid National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) can apply for Machine Readable Passport without Computerized Child Registration Certificate (CRC/Form B) issued by NADRA from Pakistan.
For any of above-mentioned changes you will first need to update your Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Smart ID Card. MRP uses the data from NADRA's system and modification will only be possible when your details are updated in NADRA's system.
Yes. Applicants who possess a valid foreign exchange remittance card can apply for Machine Readable Passport free of charge. Their application will be processed in normal processing time.
Yes, Machine Readable Passport system uses the data from NADRA's system and application can only processed if applicant has a valid original Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP). Only exception is the children having Computerized Child Registration Certificate (CRC/Form B) issued by NADRA from Pakistan. Their applications can be processed without CNIC or NICOP if they have original CRC/Form B.
Yes, either one of the parents should accompany their child for processing the machine readable passport application with identity documents of both the parents.
Yes, both mother and father's Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) are required in case of children's passport application.
Yes, child's Machine Readable Passport (MRP) application can be processed on the basis of Computerized Child Registration Certificate (CRC/Form B) issued by NADRA from Pakistan even if they don't have National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP).