In the age of technology, almost every aspect of human life has become connected to the world of internet. And it is also vital for the economic development of countries today, that is why governments around the world are only allocating their resources to the IT sector.
In this context, the decision of the federal government of Pakistan to issue E-passports from now on has saved the time of the passengers and eliminated the long queues. The system will help to remove all the hassles and make it easier for the overseas to process online applications while getting boarding card in less time.
The e-Services Portal is helping to reach the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports for online service for Pakistani citizens around the world. Use your e-services portal to apply for a renewal of your machine-readable passport, if your passport has expired or is less than 12 months old.
Passport or Biometric passport is fitted with a microchip like a smart ID card which contains all the basic information of the passport holder. This modern passport is being used all over the world for immediate identification and verification of the traveler. It should be noted that work is underway at the government level for the issuance of passports in Pakistan since the beginning of this year. Initially, it was announced that this facility would be introduced from last June and an agreement was also reached with a German company in this regard, but it is possible to launch it in June 2022. It was not possible to launch it in 2021 As we had trouble with all public services due to pandemic situation of Covid-19 with some other viruses in all over the world. Now it has been decided to start this facility from the beginning of next year. It is hoped that in 2022 Pakistani citizens will also take advantage of this facility, you will be able to avoid long stages of identification at airports. Issuance of E-Passport in Pakistan is fabulous change to make Pakistan modernize.
The application can be started by applying on the website 'https://tinyurl.com/ycknaa4z' and clicking on the titled 'Apply Online'. In the beginning, the name of the local passport office will be shown as soon as the name of the police station near the district and present address is given.
5 Steps to your e-Passport
Step 1: Check the availability of new e-Passport in your area.
Step 2: Fill e-Passport application online through given portal.
Step 3: Passport fees can pay online easily.
Step 4: Visit your Passport Office for biometric enrollment.
Step 5: Collect your e-Passport at the passport office
Important Notice: Online applicants are apprised that all types of lost and Passport change categories (Name, Father name, Marital status, Spouse, Date of Birth, Profession, Dual Nationality, photograph, former passport number and religion) are not permissible in the online passport application for renewal system under URL: https://tinyurl.com/s8sx5m3j. Applicants are advised to visit their nearest foreign missions for issuance of passports other than renewal category. E-passports fees vary with the requirements of applicants. For detail, please visit website for further Policy Guidelines.
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