E-Passport Pakistan: The Complete Guide
Pakistan’s biometric e-passport — the 2026 fee table, how to apply and renew online, how to pay the fee from your phone, MRP vs e-passport, and the DGIP helpline. Everything verified from current official sources.
Last updated: 11 October 2026
Quick answer: Pakistan’s e-passport is a biometric, chip-embedded passport issued by the Directorate General of Immigration & Passports (DGIP), available at all field offices since August 2023. A 36-page, 5-year e-passport costs Rs 9,000 (normal) or Rs 15,000 (urgent) in 2026. You can renew online at onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk, pay via the Passport Fee Asaan app, and track your application by SMS to 9988.
E-Passport: The Quick Facts
What Pakistan’s e-passport is and why travellers are switching to it.
36-page · 5-year · normal
e-passport at all field offices
SMS tracking number
DGIP helpline (051)
The e-passport carries an embedded biometric chip holding your photograph and fingerprints, meeting ICAO standards. That means faster immigration through e-gates at major international airports and smoother visa processing. Old machine-readable passports (MRPs) remain valid until their printed expiry date — you do not have to switch early.
E-Passport Fee 2026: The Full Table
Official DGIP rates. Note: Fast Track (2-day) service is not offered for e-passports — only Normal and Urgent tiers apply.
| Pages | Validity | Normal fee (PKR) | Urgent fee (PKR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 pages | 5 years | Rs 9,000 | Rs 15,000 |
| 36 pages | 10 years | Rs 13,500 | Rs 22,500 |
| 72 pages | 5 years | Rs 16,500 | Rs 27,000 |
| 72 pages | 10 years | Rs 24,750 | Rs 40,500 |
Lost your passport? DGIP charges a penalty: double the standard fee for a first-time loss and quadruple for a second-time loss. Fees are non-refundable once paid — double-check your application before paying. For the standard MRP fee table, see our MRP vs e-passport comparison.
How to Apply & Renew Online
Both first-time applications and renewals can be started online through DGIP’s e-services portal.
1. Register
Create an account at onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk. Inside Pakistan you verify by SMS + email; abroad, by email only. Existing Pak-identity users can log in directly.
2. Fill & Upload
Complete the form, upload a photo (under 5 MB), your CNIC copy and old passport pages, plus a scanned fingerprint form (600 DPI, greyscale).
3. Pay & Submit
Pay online by Visa/Mastercard debit or credit card, review everything, sign the declaration and submit. Overseas applicants get home delivery; inland applicants collect from their chosen passport office.
Full step-by-step walkthroughs: apply for a passport online and renew your passport online.
How to Pay the Passport Fee Online
DGIP has gone cashless: generate a PSID and pay from your phone.
Passport Fee Asaan App
DGIP’s official app: generate your PSID and pay the exact fee — no bank queue, no agent.
Raast QR & 1Bill
Scan the Raast QR or use 1Bill from any bank app, Easypaisa or JazzCash wallet.
Card Payment
Pay directly with Visa/Mastercard at the final step of the online application form.
Detailed method: how to pay passport fee online in Pakistan.
MRP vs E-Passport: Which to Choose?
The honest comparison for 2026.
| Feature | Machine Readable (MRP) | E-Passport |
|---|---|---|
| Security | Machine-readable zone | Biometric chip + MRZ |
| 36-page, 5-year fee | Rs 4,500 normal | Rs 9,000 normal |
| Fast Track (2 days) | Available (Rs 12,500) | Not available |
| E-gate access | No | Yes, at major airports |
| Validity of old ones | Valid till expiry | — |
Frequent flyers should pick the e-passport; if you need a passport in 2 days, only the MRP’s Fast Track can do it. Full analysis: MRP vs e-passport Pakistan.
In-Depth Passport Guides
Step-by-step help for every passport task.
Apply for a Passport Online
Can you apply online in Pakistan? Yes — the complete 2026 walkthrough with documents and fees.
Renew Your Passport Online
Renewal from home or abroad: the online renewal portal explained end to end.
Pay the Fee Online
Asaan app, Raast QR, PSID and card payments — every cashless method that works in 2026.
DGIP Helpline & Tracking
The passport helpline number, SMS tracking to 9988, and what to do when your passport is delayed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers on Pakistan’s e-passport.
What is the e-passport fee in Pakistan for 2026?
Can I apply for a passport online in Pakistan?
Can I renew my passport online in Pakistan?
Is my old MRP passport still valid?
How do I track my passport application?
How do I pay the passport fee online?
Get Your E-Passport Without the Queue
Start your application online today — and use our step-by-step guides for renewal, fee payment and tracking.