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Pakistan to introduce new passport design with updated colors

The government of Pakistan has decided to introduce major changes to the design and color of national passports. According to sources, the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports has received formal approval from the Ministry of Interior to modify the colors and design of public, official, and diplomatic passports. Under the new design, each passport … Read more

Updated fee for Pakistani passport in normal, urgent categories – August 2024

Good news for Pakistani passport seekers

Passport needed for foreign travel. Passport fees increased in August 2024. Passport costs now from Rs. 4,500 to Rs. 20,200. The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports issues passports to Pakistani citizens so they can travel abroad with ease as it is an international requirement. A citizen, who holds a valid Pakistan passport, when in … Read more

Great News for Passport-Waiting Applicants: Checkout Details!

Great News for Passport-Waiting Applicants: Checkout Details!

The Federal govt purchasing additional machines to address the passport issuance crisis. Passport issuance has been delayed due to paper shortages and outdated machinery. The initiative aims to streamline passport production and reduce delays nationwide. ISLAMABAD: The federal government has taken decisive steps to resolve the ongoing passport issuance crisis by approving the acquisition of … Read more

Big News for Overseas Pakistanis regarding Passport

Big News for Overseas Pakistanis regarding Passport

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has declared a main relief for overseas Pakistanis applying for passport renewal in normal and urgent groups in UAE, Saudi Arabi, UK and other countries. During his visit to Passport and NADRA offices in London, the minister said dropping the passport distribution time for overseas Pakistanis. Presently, the issuance of passport … Read more

Urgent Passport Fees in Pakistan- March 2024

Normal Passport Latest Fees in Pakistan (5 & 10 Years) 2024

The Pakistan government just changed how much it costs to get a passport that can be read by machines. These new prices apply to both regular and urgent passport applications starting in March 2024. The goal is to make getting a passport easier and better for people in Pakistan. Here is a breakdown of the … Read more

Passport Fees Increased in Pakistan

Normal Passport Latest Fees in Pakistan (5 & 10 Years) 2024

Convenience Comes at a Cost as Passport Fees Witness a Significant Increase In a new development, the federal government has introduced a significant alteration in passport fees, set to be executed from March 7th, as confirmed through an authorized notification. Details: -Regular Passport Fees: The standard passport application fee has seen a significant hike, escalating … Read more

Passport office timings in Pakistan- Feb 2024

Passport office timings in Pakistan- Feb 2024

A surge in Pakistani passport applicants has led to record numbers flocking to passport offices, resulting in a daily influx of thousands of individuals. In response to the overwhelming demand, the Directorate General of Immigration and Passport has announced that passport delivery counters will operate on weekends nationwide until March 15, 2024. This move aims … Read more

New passport fee structure in Pakistan February 2024 update

Passport Renewal Process for Pakistanis in Saudi Arabia; Guide Here

The Pakistani government issues passports to its citizens to ease their travels and ensure their safety abroad. A valid Pakistani passport holder is entitled to the protection of Pakistan’s diplomatic and consular representatives in any foreign country. The passport serves as the primary identification document for citizens in foreign nations. The Directorate General of Immigration … Read more

Viral Video: Passport Used for Phone Numbers

Passport

Viral Twitter Video: Passport Turned Phone Directory. Shock and Disbelief from Viewers. Debates on Passport Handling and Legality. The complete gamut of human interests and curiosity is represented in the weird content that may be found on the internet. The internet is a gold mine of the strange and unexpected, with everything from weird and … Read more

Price of passport renewal for overseas Pakistanis in Saudi Arabia and the UAE

E-Passport latest fee in Pakistan- March 2024

The Directorate General of Immigration & Passports, part of the Ministry of Interior, is responsible for issuing or renewing passports for Pakistani citizens. If your passport has less than a year left before it expires, you can apply for renewal (whether you’re in Pakistan or abroad) and get a new machine-readable passport with a 5 … Read more

Issuing of fake Pakistani NICs, passports to Iranian citizens reported

NIC Passport

A concerning revelation has come to light regarding the issuance of fake Pakistani identity cards and passports to Iranian citizens. Sensitive government agencies have submitted a confidential report to NADRA authorities, shedding light on the troubling issue of counterfeit identity cards being provided to Iranian citizens. The report says that it appears that several officers … Read more

Updates on the passport application process for Pakistan nationals in the UAE

Passport

The Pakistani Embassy in the United Arab Emirates has informed the Pakistani community that there are technical problems in the Directorate General of Immigration & Passports in Islamabad. This is causing delays in processing passports. If you need an urgent passport, it will take about a month to get. For regular passports, it will take … Read more

US Couple’s Italian Dream Wedding Imperiled by Mischievous Pooch

US Couple's Italian Dream Wedding Imperiled by Mischievous Pooch
  • Donato Frattaroli and Magda Mazri face a wedding crisis, set for August 31.
  • Passport damage discovered after their visit to city hall for marriage paperwork.
  • Active efforts underway to secure a replacement passport with local authorities’ assistance.

A mischievous 1.5-year-old Golden Retriever named Chickie caused quite a predicament by gnawing on its owner’s passport just days before his planned wedding in Italy. Donato Frattaroli, the owner, and his fiancée Magda Mazri find themselves in a significant predicament as their wedding is scheduled for August 31, as reported by the New York Post.

The pair visited the city hall to finalize their marriage paperwork on Thursday. Upon their return, they were surprised to find that their canine companion had somehow nibbled through multiple pages of Mr. Frattaroli’s passport.

In an attempt to address the problem, they are actively pursuing a replacement passport and have reached out to local authorities for help.

Expressing his emotions, Mr. Frattaroli mentioned, “I’m feeling somewhat anxious. Fortunately, the offices of Congressman Stephen Lynch and Senator Ed Markey have been very prompt in their responses. They have been in touch with both me and the State Department to expedite the passport replacement process. I’m remaining optimistic and hopeful that this situation will be resolved.”

The couple’s arrangements include traveling to Italy this upcoming Friday for their wedding. Mr. Frattaroli conveyed that in the event he doesn’t obtain a new passport before the flight, he’ll remain behind while his fiancée and their wedding guests go ahead with the Italy trip without him.

He additionally mentioned that if he can’t secure a passport in time for the wedding, his plan is to join up with the wedding party upon their return to the United States.

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PM orders to set up passport counters at NADRA centres

NADRA Passports

PM ordered to ease the provision of CNICs, Passports He ordered NADRA and DG Immigration and Passports to share resources He instructed to set up passport counters at NADRA centres ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to ease the process of computerized national identity cards (CNICs) and Passport acquisition for citizens. Chairing a meeting … Read more

Interior Ministry rebuffs hike in passport fees

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Ministry of Interior rejected reports of hike in passport fees It clarifies there is no hike in fees of Machine Readable Passports It added that the issuance of ordinary e-passports has not started ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Interior on Saturday strongly rejected reports circulating on social media about the increase in fees of Machine Readable Passports … Read more

Meghan Markle explains why she gave royals her passport and letters

Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle opens up about giving up control over her. The comments were made in Meghan Markle’s most recent interview. She had enjoyed sharing her life with others. Meghan Markle has just spoken up about her choice to give the Firm power over her “entire life” in order to support Prince Harry. The comments were … Read more

Firdous Ashiq Awan offloaded from Dubai-bound flight

Firdous Ashiq Awan

ISLAMABAD: Former information minister Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan was offloaded from a Dubai-bound flight for traveling on an official passport. Dr Awan was traveling to Dubai from Islamabad International Airport to attend the Women’s Peace Cricket Cup. However, Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration and Passport Department barred her from boarding for traveling on a blue … Read more

Denmark to lift most COVID restrictions from Feb.1

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COPENHAGEN – Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced on Wednesday that most restrictions introduced to combat COVID-19 will be lifted from Feb 1. “We are through the critical phase,” Frederiksen said at a press conference on Wednesday evening, after meeting with the Epidemic Committee in the Parliament. “Today we can say that we are ready … Read more

SBP sets limits for foreign currency purchase to discourage speculative gains

SBP

KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday said the limits of foreign currency buying by individuals have been set to discourage speculative transactions. The SBP has set a limit of $10,000/day/individual and $100,000/year/individual to check the foreign currency transactions. “It has been observed that substantial amounts of foreign currency was being purchased for … Read more

Fans face vaccine checks as Premier League battles Covid wave

Premier League

LIVERPOOL: Premier League fans will be subject to vaccine passport checks to enter stadiums from Wednesday, but fears are rising over how long the English top-flight can continue in front of capacity crowds as the Omicron variant sweeps across Britain. Tottenham’s trip to Brighton and Manchester United’s visit to Brentford have been postponed due to … Read more

Aussies skirt vaccine rules with black market certificates

Vaccine

MELBOURNE: A ban on unvaccinated Australians entering bars and restaurants nudged thousands to get jabbed — but it has also seen the rise of a thriving black market in fake Covid-19 vaccine certificates online. Twenty-four-year-old Molly — who asked to conceal her real name — is hitting the town. When Melbourne last month clambered out … Read more

Expo 2020: Dubai uncovers customizable passport

Expo 2020: Dubai uncovers customizable passport

The pandemic has put a halt to many travel plans, but residents and international tourists alike will be able to ‘journey’ around the world at Expo 2020 Dubai. Visitors will be given a fun, personalized passport to keep track of their journey as they visit the 200+ pavilions that will be participating. Visitors are encouraged … Read more

The way we were: Denmark lifts all Covid curbs

The way we were: Denmark lifts all Covid curbs

With no masks in sight, buzzing offices and concerts drawing tens of thousands, Denmark on Friday ditches vaccine passports in nightclubs, ending its last Covid curb. The vaccine passports were introduced in March 2021 when Copenhagen slowly started easing restrictions. They were abolished at all venues on September 1, except in nightclubs, where they will … Read more

Passport Controversy: Has Bangladesh’s Policy Towards Israel Really Changed?

Passport Controversy: Has Bangladesh's Policy Towards Israel Really Changed?

The Bangladesh Foreign Ministry has clarified that the removal of Israel’s name from the e-passport has not changed Bangladesh’s foreign policy towards Israel. The Foreign Ministry said in a statement that an Israeli Foreign Ministry official had welcomed the removal of the travel ban on a Bangladeshi e-passport. However, the ambiguity arose when Bangladesh’s e-passport … Read more

No fee will be charged from Sikhs on the inauguration of Kartarpur Corridor: PM

PM waived off two requirements for Sikhs coming to Kartarpur

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday waived off two requirements for the Sikhs coming for pilgrimage to Kartarpur from India. In a tweet, he said the Sikhs from India would not need a passport now but just a valid identity card. They no longer have to register ten days in advance. He wrote, “For Sikhs … Read more

Iran hands over 47 illegal immigrants to Pakistan

Iran hands over illegal immigrants to Pakistan

Iranian security forces handed over 47 Pakistani nationals to Levies force at Pak-Iran border in Nukundi area of Baluchistan, sources told on Wednesday. These Pakistani workers had gone to Iran for their livelihood. They were apprehended from different parts of Iran by security forces because they were living there without valid travelling documents. As per … Read more