Government Decides to Introduce Online Home-Based Passport Application Facility

Islamabad (Khabar Desk) — The government has decided to introduce a new online passport application facility, allowing citizens to apply for passports from the comfort of their homes as part of efforts to modernize and simplify public services.
The decision was discussed during an important meeting chaired by DG Passports Muhammad Ali Randhawa, which was also attended by the technical team of NADRA. The meeting reviewed various proposals related to improving and digitalizing the passport system.
Officials conducted a detailed assessment of the existing passport system and discussed multiple reforms aimed at aligning it with modern technology. Authorities were also briefed on the progress of the new digital system being developed in line with the vision of the Interior Ministry.
Under the planned system, citizens will soon be able to submit passport applications online without visiting passport offices, reducing long queues, repeated office visits, and delays.
Sources said applicants will be able to upload required documents digitally, while verification and processing procedures will also be completed through an online system.
Officials stated that the initiative aims to provide faster, more transparent, and user-friendly services to the public, while experts believe it will also reduce the workload and pressure on passport offices nationwide.