DGIP Application For Pakistan Machine Readable Passport

Organization : Pakistan Directorate General of Immigration & Passports (dgip.gov.pk)
Facility : Apply For Machine Readable Passport
Location : Islamabad
Country : Pakistan
Website : dgip.gov.pk

DGIP Apply for Passport

Machine Readable Passport (MRP) System is replacing the existing manual system. Every Citizen of Pakistan will have the relevant passport for traveling abroad.

Related : DGIP Machine Readable Passport Application Status Online Pakistan : https://www.statusin.org/788.html

Process :
The applicant will go through the following stages at Regional Passport Office (RPO) for obtaining Machine Readalbe Passport (MRP)

Note :
Before arrival at the Regional Passport Office (RPO), Original Bank Challan receipt must be acquired from the authorised branches of the National Bank in Pakistan & relevant bank branches for Foreign Missons respectively, by depositing an approprate Passport Fee.

In Pakistan & Foreign Missions Abroad

Step 1 : Arrival of Applicant at Customer Service Counter
** The applicant will approach the customer service counter at Regional Passport Office.
** Applicant will be guided about the process flow of the System for applying the passport.
** In case the applicant has all the requisite documents he/she will be guided to the Token Counter.

** Separate passport will be issued to each and every applicant irrespective of age.
** All sorts of endorsements including names of children in parents passports is prohibited in the Machine Readable Passport.

Step 2 : Token Counter + Capturing of Photograph
** The applicant will produce the original CNIC or Children Registration Certificate (CRC), in case of below 18 years of age, along with its copies and Bank Chalan Form.

** The Camera operator will proceed with capturing of applicants photograph.
** Token will be issued to the applicant.

Step 3 : Biometric Data Capture (Finger Prints)
** The applicant after obtaining token will approach the Biometric Counter as soon as his token appears at Biometric Capturing Counter.
** DEO at the Counter will capture his right thumb, right index finger, Left Thumb and Left index finger impressions.

Step 4 :Data Entry
** The applicant will move to the Data Entry Counters as soon as his token number appears on the Counter.
** The Data Entry Operator will enter all the required data of the Applicant while the data entry screen will also be visible to the Applicant.

** In case of any modification in data the Applicant should guide by the Data Entry Operator accordingly. After the data entry the completed Data Entry Form will be printed by the operator and will be presented to the Applicant for verification.

** The Applicant will verify all its contents by signing the form.
** The applicant will be asked to collect duplicate token from the coordination assistant next to data entry counter.

Step 5 : Verification as per Office Record (ECL/BL)
** The verification against office record will be carried out.
** Verification against Exit Control List (ECL) and Black List (BL).

** In case of slightest doubt about the National Status of the applicant the case may be referred to Special Branch/IB for confirmation of his National Status as a citizen of Pakistan.

Step 6 : Interview & Decision by Assistant Director
** Finally the applicant will appear before Assistant Director when his token appears on AD counter along with all the original documents.
** The Assistant Director will interview the Applicant and declare his verdict to the applicant whether his case is to be allowed go-ahead or overruled.

** Assistant Director will defer the case of Applicant below 18 years of age and will handover the printed form to the applicant for attestation of his photograph from a Class 1 Govt. officer.

** The attester will have to write his/her CNIC No. along with the official stamp on the form.
** On production of completed form by the applicant previously deferred Token will be reactivated.

Passport Delivery Time

After successful completion of above stages, the Applicant will be given :-
** 10 working days time to collect his/her passport; in case of normal passport.
** 04 working days time to collect his/her passport; incase of urgent passport.

Types of Passport

The Passport Act, 1974 and Passport & Visa Manual 2006 regulate the issuance of passports.

There are three types of passports being issued :
Ordinary Passport :
Ordinary Machine Readable Passport is issued to all citizens of Pakistan. read more…

Diplomatic Passport :
Diplomatic passports are issued to the Diplomats and other entitled categories in pursuance of Para-45 of Passport & Visa Manual, 2006.

Official Passport :
Official passports are issued to Pakistani Nationals who are Senators, MNAs, Provincial Ministers, Judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan/High Courts, Officers serving with the Government and proceeding abroad on official assignments etc. in pursuance of Para-9 of Passport & Visa Manual, 2006.

Offices :
Regional Passport Offices (RPOs) of various Zones & Foreign Missions.
** Islamabad.
** FATA.
** Sindh.
** Punjab.
** Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
** Balouchistan.
** Azad Jammu Kashmir.
** Gilgit Baltistan.
** Foreign Missions.

Additional Simplified Procedure

You can apply for a machine readable passport (MRP) in Pakistan through the online passport application system.

Here are the steps involved:
1. Go to the online passport application system website: https://onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk/
2. Click on the “New Application” button.
3. Read and accept the terms and conditions.
4. Fill out the online application form.
** Enter your personal information, including your name, date of birth, and CNIC number.
** Enter your passport information, including the passport number and expiry date.
** Upload a scanned copy of your CNIC.
** Upload a recent passport-sized photograph.
5. Pay the application fee of PKR 5,000.
6. Submit your application.

The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports (DGIP) will process your application and issue an MRP passport within 30 days.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind when applying for an MRP passport in Pakistan:
** You must be a Pakistani citizen to be able to apply for an MRP passport.
** You must be at least 18 years old to be able to apply for an MRP passport.
** You must have a valid CNIC to apply for an MRP passport.
** You must submit a recent passport-sized photograph with your application.
** The photograph must be taken against a white background and must be clear and unobstructed.
** You must pay the application fee in cash or through a credit/debit card.