If you’re a Pakistani citizen eager to renew your passport or apply for a new one, understanding the fees associated with the process in 2023 is crucial. Here, we provide you with all the essential details about the fees for Pakistani passports in the current year, making your passport application process seamless and hassle-free.
Pakistan Passport Fees 2023: A Breakdown
In Pakistan, the cost of acquiring a passport can vary based on factors such as the passport type, number of pages, validity period, and delivery method. It’s important to note that as of 2023, the fees for both new and renewed passports remain the same.
Regular Standard Passport Fees
The standard passport, featuring 36 machine-readable pages, comes with validity periods of 5 or 10 years. The fees for obtaining a regular Pakistani passport are as follows:
5-Year Validity:36 pages: PKR 3,00072 pages: PKR 5,500100 pages: PKR 6,00010-Year Validity:36 pages: PKR 4,50072 pages: PKR 8,250100 pages: PKR 9,000Urgent Passport Fees
For those in need of expedited passport services, the urgent passport option provides quicker processing times. This type of passport also consists of 36 pages and offers validity periods of 5 or 10 years, with corresponding fees as follows:
5-Year Validity:36 pages: PKR 5,00072 pages: PKR 9,000100 pages: PKR 12,00010-Year Validity:36 pages: PKR 7,50072 pages: PKR 13,500100 pages: PKR 18,000E-Passport Fees
Pakistani citizens seeking advanced security and convenience can opt for the biometric e-passport, featuring an embedded microchip. This passport holds personal and biometric data, offering enhanced features. The fees for acquiring a Pakistani e-passport are as follows:
5-Year Validity:36 pages (normal): PKR 9,00036 pages (urgent): PKR 15,00072 pages (normal): PKR 16,50072 pages (urgent): PKR 27,00010-Year Validity:36 pages (normal): PKR 13,50036 pages (urgent): PKR 22,50072 pages (normal): PKR 24,75072 pages (urgent): PKR 40,500
The e-passport service was initially launched in Islamabad and will gradually expand to other cities across Pakistan. This accessible service can be utilized online or at designated passport offices, providing nationwide convenience.
Lost Passport Fees
In unfortunate instances of a lost passport, different fee structures apply based on the number of times the loss has occurred:
First Time Lost – 5-Year Validity:36 pages (normal): PKR 6,00036 pages (urgent): PKR 10,00072 pages (normal): PKR 11,00072 pages (urgent): PKR 18,000100 pages (normal): PKR 12,000100 pages (urgent): PKR 24,000First Time Lost – 10-Year Validity:36 pages (normal): PKR 9,00036 pages (urgent): PKR 15,00072 pages (normal): PKR 16,50072 pages (urgent): PKR 27,000100 pages (normal): PKR 18,000100 pages (urgent): PKR 36,000Second Time Lost – 5-Year Validity:36 pages (normal): PKR 12,00036 pages (urgent): PKR 20,00072 pages (normal): PKR 22,00072 pages (urgent): PKR 36,000100 pages (normal): PKR 24,000100 pages (urgent): PKR 48,000Second Time Lost – 10-Year Validity:36 pages (normal): PKR 18,00036 pages (urgent): PKR 30,00072 pages (normal): PKR 33,00072 pages (urgent): PKR 54,000100 pages (normal): PKR 36,000100 pages (urgent): PKR 72,000Third Time Lost (and Subsequent) – 5-Year Validity:36 pages (normal): PKR 24,00036 pages (urgent): PKR 40,00072 pages (normal): PKR 44,00072 pages (urgent): PKR 72,000100 pages (normal): PKR 48,000100 pages (urgent): PKR 96,000Third Time Lost (and Subsequent) – 10-Year Validity:36 pages (normal): PKR 36,00036 pages (urgent): PKR 60,00072 pages (normal): PKR 66,00072 pages (urgent): PKR 108,000100 pages (normal): PKR 72,000100 pages (urgent): PKR 144,000
Please be aware that in cases of third-time loss and beyond, the Regional Passport Offices will refer the matter to the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports in Islamabad for further guidance.
Keep these fee details in mind as you embark on your passport renewal or application journey in 2023. Whether you’re aiming for a regular, urgent, or e-passport, the updated fee structure ensures you’re well-prepared for a seamless application experience.