FAQs Regarding Machine Readable Passports

Is it mandatory requirement to produce original Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Smart ID Card for a Machine Readable Passport (MRP) application?

Yes, Machine Readable Passport system uses the data from NADRA's system and application can only processed if applicant has a valid original Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Smart ID Card. Only exception is the children under 18 having Computerized Child Registration Certificate (CRC/Form B) issued by NADRA from Pakistan. Children applications can be processed without CNIC or NICOP if they have original CRC/Form B. For children, both parents must visit the Embassy. If one of the parents cannot come, he/she must give authority to the other parent. In case one of the parents or both are in Pakistan, authority must be attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Pakistan.

Are both mother and father's ID cards required in case of children's passport application?

Yes, both mother and father's Computerized 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. For new borns, both parents should have their marital status updated in their passports, other the system will not accept MRP application for the newborn.

I have an old National Identity Card (handwritten Shanakhti card /) which was issued before the NADRA cards were issued. Can I apply for Machine Readable Passport (MRP)?

No. Machine Readable Passport system uses the data from NADRA's system and application can only be processed if applicant has a valid original Computerized 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).

Can female applicants having Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) without their photo on it apply for Machine Readable Passport (MRP)?

No. Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) with photo is required for Machine Readable Passport (MRP) application processing.

My child already has National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP), does he/she still need Computerized Child Registration Certificate (CRC/Form B) issued by NADRA from Pakistan 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.

I want to change my name, date of birth, father's name or place of birth on my Machine Readable Passport (MRP), what will be the procedure for this?

For any of above-mentioned changes you will first need to update your Computerized 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.

Can I apply for a new passport before the expiry of my current passport?

Yes, you can apply for a new passport through online and in person, if your passport has less than 7 months validity.

Can I apply for a new passport if “Government Employee” is written on my passport?

Yes, you can apply for a new passport at the Embassy upon provision of resignation letter. However, the Embassy shall send your case to your parent department for necessary verification of your resignation.