If the process of Machine-Readable Passport requires the assistance of the consulate then read the following instructions before visiting the consulate. But if the MRP (only renewal) service is needed to be done online, then click on the “Online MRP Process” button and follow the instructions to apply online for MRP.
No pre-filled Passport Application form and photograph is required to apply for a Machine Readable Passport. Applicants’ data, photographs, signatures, and biometrics are captured on the spot (Ensure that the fingerprints are not smudged). Hence, the MRP applicants must reside in our area of jurisdiction.
MRP system fetches the data from the NADRA. Therefore, possession of an original, updated, and valid Identity document issued by NADRA is Mendotory (aged 64 and above may apply for a passport with expired NADRA identity).
The validity of an MRP (5 years or 10 years) as well as its processing time (ordinary-4 weeks/ urgent- 2 weeks after the booking date) are a function of fees. The processing time in case of lost passport cases will be counted from the date of receipt of confirmation of lost passport by its issuing authority. MRPs may be issued with five-year or ten-year validity to applicants of all ages except minors below 15 years of age who are issued only 5 years of valid MRP.
The Fee Structure for various categories of MRP is as under:
Category of MRP
Validity of Passport
Ordinary Processing Fees (US $)
Urgent Processing Fees (US $)
New Passport/ Modification/ Renewal
New Passport/ Modification/ Renewal
5 Years
10 Years
70
98
150
225
LOST PASSPORT
First time Loss
First time Loss
Second time Loss
Second time Loss
5 Years
10 Years
5 Years
10 Years
140
196
280
392
300
450
600
900
Fees is payable to Consulate General of Pakistan, Los Angeles only in the form of Money Order or Cashier’s check. Personal checks or cash are not accepted. Fees, once deposited, is non-refundable.
On submission of the MRP application, the passports are printed in Pakistan and sent to the Consulate General. Thereafter, the applicants can either pick the passports from our office during given delivery hours or can have them mailed for which they have to provide self-addressed, prepaid mailing envelopes (only UPS). After mailing out, the Consulate General does not bear any responsibility if passports are lost in transit.
New/Modification/Renewal Passport:
Machine Readable Passport (MRP) application processing requirements are different for adult, children, dual nationals and lost category. Please go through the relevant section carefully before visiting the Consulate General of Pakistan Los Angeles for processing of your MRP application as all documents listed under each category are mandatory and the consulate will not be able to process your application if the requirements are not fully met.
2) Applicants must produce any one of the following Original & Valid NADRA ID along with its photocopy (front & back):
Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) OR
National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) OR
Smart National ID card (SNIC) OR
NADRA Child Registration Certificate (CRC)/ Rg-2) Form (B-Form) in case of a minor.
Note: (a) Senior Citizens (64 years and above) may present their expired (but original) CNIC / NICOP / Smart National ID Card. (b) The minor applicant must be accompanied by either one of the parents.
3) Original previous Passport with photocopy of its bio-pages (first two pages).
4) Proof of residence in our area of jurisdiction (copy of State’s Driving License/ latest utility bill etc).
5) In a minor case, the parent’s NADRA ID and Pakistani Passport must be valid. In case parents are separated or divorced, the custodian father or mother is required to produce court orders confirming his/her legal right of custody of the child.
8) Self-addressed, prepaid envelope (UPS only) if the applicant desires delivery of passport via post.
Lost Passport:
2) Applicants must produce any one of the following Original & Valid NADRA ID along with its photocopy (front & back):
Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) OR
National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) OR
Smart National ID Card (SNIC) OR
NADRA Child Registration Certificate (CRC)/ Rg-2) Form (B-Form) In case minor.
Note: (a) Senior Citizens (64 years and above) may present their expired (but original) CNIC / NICOP / Smart National ID Card. (b) The minor applicant must be accompanied by either one of the parents.
3) Photocopy of lost passport.
4) Police Report containing the lost passport number.
6) Fees payable to the Consulate General of Pakistan, Los Angeles ONLY IN THE FORM OF MONEY ORDER OR CASHIER’S CHECK.
7) Self-addressed, prepaid, certified mailing envelope (UPS only) if the applicant desires delivery of passport via post.
8) For the third time lost passport, approval from Directorate General Immigration and Passports will be obtained.
9) The passport will be issued only after confirmation of the lost Passport from its issuing authority.
Dual Nationals:
2) Applicants must produce any one of the following Original & Valid NADRA ID along with its photocopy (front & back):
Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) OR
National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) OR
Smart National ID card (SNIC) OR
NADRA Child Registration Certificate (CRC)/ Rg-2) Form (B-Form) in case of a minor.
Note: (a) Senior Citizens (64 years and above) may present their expired (but original) CNIC / NICOP / Smart National ID Card. (b) The minor applicant must be accompanied by either one of the parents.
3) Original previous Passport with photocopy of its bio-pages (first two pages).
4) Applicants must also present their original foreign passport along with its photocopy
5) Proof of residence in our area of jurisdiction (copy of State’s Driving License/ latest utility bill etc).
7) Fees payable to the Consulate General of Pakistan, Los Angeles ONLY IN THE FORM OF MONEY ORDER OR CASHIER’S CHECK.
8) Self-addressed, prepaid envelope (UPS only) if the applicant desires delivery of passport via post.
Note: Consulate may also ask you for some additional documents
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Question: Should I seek an appointment to come to the Consulate for processing of MRP?
Answer: Applicants are not required to have an appointment before coming to this Consulate.
2. Question: I live at a long distance from LA. Is there any way that I can get MRP by sending my documents by post, without appearing in person?
Answer: No, for first Machine Readable Passport Applicants have to come in person to get MRP processed as it involves taking of the finger prints and photographs. Once your process is done . You may provide us a prepaid return envelope (UPS only) so the passport is posted to your given address to save you another trip to the consulate.
3. Question: I have a CNIC/NICOP but it is expired. Can I get a MRP?
Answer: No. MRP can be processed only on the bases of a valid NICOP/CNIC
4. Question: How much time I will have to spend in consulate for completion of my process?
Answer: Generally the process is completed within one hour after your arrival the consulate.
5. Question: Why have I not got my passport even after several months/weeks of the given delivery time?
Answer:The most probable reason is that you are a dual national and required verification report in your case has not yet been received from Pakistan. Please check whether you had correctly provided your address in Pakistan and the correct information (address telephone/mobile numbers) of two individuals residing in Pakistan who can verify your credentials. The officials of relevant department in Pakistan may ask for photocopies of your documents when they go for verification on your given address in Pakistan Please ensure that copies of these documents are available with your reference/contact person in Pakistan. Another reason may be that your case was deferred and you were asked to provide further documents or get your CNIC revised and you have not done any of required action. If this is the case please do the needful as early as possible.
6. Question: Can I apply for renewal of Machine Readable Passport online?
Answer: Yes, Consulate General of Pakistan, Los Angeles is pleased to announce that the esteemed members of Pakistani American Community can now apply for their renewal Machine Readable Passport online.
For any further questions or queries related to Machine Readable Passport, Kindly send email at this address: passport@pakconsulatela.org
the Consulate discourage telephone calls as they result in disruption of service to the individuals visiting the consulate. However on a issue which cannot be explained in email you may call at: 310-446-0091
