The passport fee in Pakistan depends on three choices: how many pages you want, how long the passport stays valid, and how fast you need it. A normal 5-year passport with 36 pages sits at the low end, and a 10-year, 100-page urgent one sits at the top. Payment has changed too, since the passport department now accepts the fee only through a Raast QR code. This guide lists the rates for each option, explains what changes the amount, and shows how to pay without a rejected payment. You will know your exact cost before you visit the passport office.
Passport Fee in Pakistan for 5 and 10 Year Validity
Most applicants choose a machine-readable passport (MRP), and the table below shows the base fee for each page count and validity. The fee grows with both validity and pages, and the urgent column adds the cost of faster processing. Use it to find your row first, then read the notes under it.
| Pages | Validity | Normal fee (Rs) | Urgent fee (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 5 years | 4,500 | 7,500 |
| 36 | 10 years | 6,700 | 11,200 |
| 72 | 5 years | 8,200 | 13,500 |
| 72 | 10 years | 12,400 | 20,200 |
| 100 | 5 years | 9,000 | 18,000 |
| 100 | 10 years | 13,500 | 27,000 |
A service charge of Rs 1,000 is added on top of these amounts, with applicable taxes, which brings a normal 5-year, 36-page passport to Rs 5,500 and a normal 10-year, 36-page passport to Rs 7,700. The payment screen shows your final total, so treat that figure as the one to pay. Reading the total before you pay keeps your payment correct the first time.
What Changes the Amount
Pages and validity do most of the work. A 36-page passport suits occasional travelers, while 72 and 100 pages suit people who collect many visa stamps. A 10-year passport costs more upfront, but it covers twice the time of a 5-year one. If you travel often, a 10-year passport with more pages can save you a second application later.
Is the Fee Different by City?
No. The fee structure is the same at every passport office, so a passport submitted in Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Sialkot, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad or Gujranwala follows the same table. What changes is the office you visit for your biometrics, not the amount you pay. You can choose the office that is closest and quickest for you.
Urgent Passport Fee in Pakistan and Fast Track Rates
Urgent service costs more than normal service for the same pages and validity. A 5-year, 36-page urgent passport is Rs 7,500 against Rs 4,500 for normal, and a 10-year one is Rs 11,200 against Rs 6,700. Pick urgent only when your travel date is close, because normal service covers most trips booked well ahead. Choosing the right speed stops you from paying for time you do not need.
Fast track sits above urgent and is the quickest option. The table below lists fast-track MRP fees together with e-passport fees, since both are priced separately from the standard MRP table.
E-Passport Fee and Fast Track Fee
An e-passport costs more than an MRP because of its added security features. Fees for 36 and 72 pages are listed below for normal and urgent service.
| Service | Pages | 5 years (Rs) | 10 years (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-passport, normal | 36 | 9,000 | 13,500 |
| E-passport, urgent | 36 | 15,000 | 22,500 |
| E-passport, normal | 72 | 16,500 | 24,750 |
| E-passport, urgent | 72 | 27,000 | 40,500 |
| Fast track MRP | 36 | 12,500 | 16,200 |
| Fast track MRP | 72 | 18,500 | 25,200 |
| Fast track MRP | 100 | 23,000 | 32,000 |
If you want to know what an e-passport adds, read about the e-passport in Pakistan before you choose a category. Knowing the difference helps you pay for features you will actually use.
Passport Renewal Fee in Pakistan
Renewal follows the same fee table as a new passport, so a normal 5-year, 36-page renewal uses the same base fee as a new one. The cost depends on pages, validity and speed, not on whether the application is new or a renewal. If your passport is close to expiry, start early and choose normal service to keep the cost at its lowest. You can renew your passport online once you know the amount.
How to Pay the Passport Fee in Pakistan
Payment rules changed recently, and many guides still show the old method. Cash is no longer accepted at passport offices. The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports now accepts fee payment only by scanning its designated Raast QR code. Payments sent as interbank transfers to an IBAN, or paid through a PSID slip, are not accepted. Most bank and wallet apps can scan a QR code, so you can pay from your phone. Paying the right way the first time saves you a second payment and another visit.
Keep these points in mind when you pay:
- Choose your passport type, pages, validity and speed before paying
- Confirm the total amount on screen
- Scan only the designated Raast QR code
- Avoid IBFT, IBAN and PSID payments, which are no longer accepted
- Keep proof of payment for your appointment
Passport Fee Rules to Know Before You Pay
The fee is not refundable, and it cannot be transferred from one person to another. That makes the category you select important: a wrong page count or validity means a new payment, not a correction. Check your details, confirm the speed you need, and pay once. If you are not sure which document list applies to your case, the passport requirements in Pakistan page lists what to carry. A careful first choice protects your money and your time.
Fees can change after a government budget, so check the latest figure on the official passport site on the day you apply in 2027. A quick check keeps you clear of surprises at the payment step.
Helpful Pages for Passport Fee Questions
Fee questions usually lead to the next step: choosing a passport type, renewing, or applying. This table shows where each page helps and why.
| Anchor text | URL | Why it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan passport information | https://www.trips.pk/passport | Gives the full overview of types, fees and processing |
| e-passport in Pakistan | https://www.trips.pk/passport/e-passport-pakistan | Explains the e-passport before you pick it |
| renew your passport online | https://www.trips.pk/passport/online-passport-renewal-pakistan | Starts renewal for passports near expiry |
| apply for a Pakistan passport | https://www.trips.pk/passport/application | Takes you to the application once the fee is clear |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the passport fee in Pakistan for 5 years?
A normal 5-year passport with 36 pages has a base fee of Rs 4,500, and urgent service is Rs 7,500. With the Rs 1,000 service charge, a normal 36-page passport comes to Rs 5,500.
Can I pay the passport fee by bank transfer or PSID?
No. The passport department has said payment is accepted only by scanning its designated Raast QR code. IBFT to an IBAN and PSID payments are not accepted.
Is the passport fee refundable?
No. The passport fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person, so check your category before you pay.
Does the number of pages change the passport fee?
Yes. A 36-page passport costs less than a 72-page or 100-page one, and a 10-year passport costs more than a 5-year one. Choose the page count that fits how much you travel.
What is the difference between normal, urgent and fast track fees?
Speed. For the same pages and validity, normal is the lowest fee, urgent costs more, and fast track costs the most because it is the quickest service.