Updated NICOP Fee Structure for Overseas Pakistanis in 2023

In a bid to facilitate overseas Pakistanis and streamline the process of obtaining the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP), the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a revised fee structure effective from August 2023. The NICOP serves as a crucial registration document for eligible Pakistani citizens residing abroad, offering a range of benefits including visa-free travel to Pakistan for dual nationals.

The application process for NICOP has made even more convenient, offering two primary avenues for applicants: the NADRA Registration Center (NRC) and the user-friendly Pak-Identity website.

Applying through NADRA Registration Center (NRC)

For applying a NICOP through the NRC involves a series of straightforward steps designed to streamline the process and expedite the issuance of the card:

1. Token Issuance: Upon arrival at the NRC, applicants issued a token, enabling them to proceed smoothly through the process.
2. Capture of Photograph: A photograph of the applicant captured to used for the NICOP.
3. Biometric Data Collection: The applicant’s fingerprints and signature taken as part of the biometric verification process.
4. Data Entry and Form Review: Essential applicant information entered into the system, and the completed form printed for review by the applicant.
5. Form Handover: A printed version of the application form provided to the applicant, ready to submitted to the NRC. If a blood relative present (father, mother, brother, sister, son, or daughter), their biometrics can captured, eliminating the need for form attestation.
6. Attestation (if required): In cases where a blood relative not present, the applicant’s form should attested by a gazetted officer before submission to the NRC.

Applying through Pak Identity Website

For those looking for a hassle-free application process, the Pak Identity website offers a convenient alternative:

1. Online Application: Applicants can visit the Pak Identity website to initiate their NICOP application process.
2. Home Delivery: Once the application processed and approved, the Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (SNICOP) will delivered directly to the applicant’s doorstep.

Revised NICOP Fee Structure

The new NICOP fee structure categorized into two zones, Zone A and Zone B, reflecting the diverse regions where Pakistani citizens reside:

• Zone A: This category encompasses specific countries, and the NICOP fee for this zone is as follows: [Insert Fee Details for Zone A]
• Zone B: The countries falling under this category have a distinct fee structure, tailored to accommodate varying economic factors: [Insert Fee Details for Zone B]

Overseas Pakistanis can refer to the list of countries in Zone A and Zone B on the official NADRA website to determine the applicable fee for their region.