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Pakistani Passport for Umrah

Your passport is the foundation of every Umrah journey. Application, fees, and timelines - all here.

Quick Answer

How do I get a Pakistani passport for Umrah?

Book a token on the DGI&P website or visit a Passport Office, then present your CNIC, photos, and paid fee challan for biometrics. Choose an e-passport (5 or 10 years) and pay the normal or urgent fee. Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your travel date.

  1. 1

    Book a token on the DGI&P portal

    Go to dgip.gov.pk or use the Pak-ID app. Booking an online token reduces waiting time at the office.

  2. 2

    Prepare your documents

    Original CNIC (plus copy), passport-size photos on a white background, copy of parents'/spouse's CNIC where required, and the paid fee challan.

  3. 3

    Pay the fee challan

    Pay at any designated bank branch (e.g. Habib Bank). Fees differ by category - normal or urgent - and by 5-year vs 10-year e-passport.

  4. 4

    Biometrics at the Passport Office

    Attend at your scheduled time. Photo, fingerprints, and signature are captured. Confirm your choice between e-passport and MRP here.

  5. 5

    Track your application

    Track status on dgip.gov.pk using your tracking number. Delivery is available via courier or in-person pickup.

Key Fact

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of travel - otherwise the Saudi visa will not be issued.

Key Fact

The e-passport is being rolled out for all applicants; newer diplomatic norms prefer it over the MRP.

Key Fact

Urgent category passports typically issue in 4-10 working days; normal category can take several weeks.

Common mistakes & troubleshooting

  • !Name / mother's name on CNIC differs from your passport data - a mismatch will get your Saudi visa rejected.
  • !Applying only a few weeks before travel - normal-category delays are common.
  • !Photos not on a plain white background or wrong size - they will be rejected.
  • !Forgetting the paid challan slip - it's required before biometrics.

Official action - leave Nidaul Khaleel and continue on the government portal.

Apply for your passport on dgip.gov.pk

Frequently asked questions

Is there a difference between the 5-year and 10-year passport?
They differ only in validity and fee. Both are accepted for the Saudi visa; choose based on travel plans and budget.
Can overseas Pakistanis apply locally?
Yes - through Pakistani embassies/consulates and via the Pak-ID app.
What happens to my old passport?
The old passport is submitted at renewal and returned cancelled alongside the new one.

Related

Important disclaimer: This guide is educational only. Confirm the latest procedure and fees on dgip.gov.pk before applying.