How do I get Nicop online?
You can apply for your Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (SNICOP) by visiting Pak Identity website and have it delivered to your doorstep. Please visit Pak Identity website to apply and learn about the services. You can Track Your Application by providing your tracking id and contact number.
How do I renew my Nicop card online?
- Register an account.
- Choose a relevant category and start your application.
- Fill in the application form Online.
- Pay fee through Debit/Credit Card.
- Scan and upload photograph.
- Scan and upload fingerprint form.
- Upload required documents.
- Submit Application.
What supporting documents are needed for Nicop?
According to the NADRA website, the documents needed to apply for a NICOP for the first time are the following: Original [NIC]/[SNIC]/[NICOP]/[SNICOP] of parent and any one original document (Child Registration Certificate (CRC) or matric certificate or mark sheet or domicile or passport).
How long does it take to get Nicop?
six to eight weeks
Normal. Approximate processing time of a NICOP application is six to eight weeks. However delivery can be delayed due to incomplete/invalid information or verification problems.
Is Nicop and CNIC same?
Please note that CNIC and NICOP both are national ID cards. Citizen number or Nadra ID number for both cards is the same for an individual. Also note that Smart ID Card or Smart NICOP has the only difference of microchip on it. So there is nothing to get confused between Nicop and SmartNicop.
What documents are required for Nicop renewal online?
Renewal of NICOP
- Original NICOP / CNIC.
- Valid Pakistani Passport or valid Foreign Passport.
- Nikkah Nama / Marriage paper only for married applicants and where applicable divorce/death certificate of spouse to change marital status to Divorced/Widowed.
How much is Nicop renewal fee?
Fee Details of NICOP/SNICOP
| Categories/Type Zone A | Service | |
|---|---|---|
| NICOP Renewal | $36 (USD) | $54 (USD) |
| New Smart NICOP | $39 (USD) | $57 (USD) |
| Smart NICOP Modification | $39 (USD) | $57 (USD) |
| Smart NICOP Duplicate | $39 (USD) | $57 (USD) |
Do I need passport for Nicop?
Valid Pakistani Passport with valid visa or valid Foreign Passport (Mandatory for all applicants). NikkahNama / Marriage Certificate only for married applicants and where applicable divorce/death certificate of spouse to change marital status to Divorced/Widowed.
How long is Nicop valid?
10 Years
NICOP cards are valid for 10 Years.
How much does Nicop card cost?
Fresh/New Application
| Application Types | Normal (31 days) | Executive (7 days) |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Pakistan Origin Card (Smart POC) | USD 150 | USD 200 |
| Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistani (Smart NICOP) – Zone A | USD 39 | USD 75 |
| Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistani (Smart NICOP) – Zone B | USD 20 | USD 40 |
Do I need Nicop if I have CNIC?
The federal government has decided to abolish the condition of having a National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) for expatriates living abroad, who wish to travel to Pakistan. Now, overseas Pakistanis will not require any such document to travel to Pakistan without a visa.
How much does Nicop cost in Pakistan?
Reprint of a Lost Card
| Application Types | Normal (31 days) | Executive (7 days) |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Computerized National Identity Card (Smart CNIC) | PKR 750 | PKR 2,500 |
| National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistani (NICOP) – Zone A | USD 36 | USD 72 |
| Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistani (Smart NICOP) – Zone A | USD 39 | USD 75 |
Who can be verified for Nicop?
b) Any Citizen having (S/CNIC)/(S/NICOP) (above 18 years) can attest/verify the form. c. Pakistani / Foreign passport or Resident Permit or Work Permit or PR Card or Sojourn or Travel document or Undertaking duly verified by 2x witnesses, if document in Para-c are not available.
Can you have both Nicop and CNIC?
A: Yes, in case if you are applying for POC (Pakistan Origin card); you have to surrender your CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card). However, for NICOP you don’t have to surrender your CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card).
Does Nicop mean dual nationality?
National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) is an identity card for dual nationality holders and Pakistani nationals including their children. Holders of a valid NICOP card are entitled visa free entry into Pakistan and various other benefits. A NICOP card is valid for 10 years in most cases.