Application & Renewal

Pakistan Passport Documents Required: Complete Checklist

Q: Do I need original documents or are photocopies accepted?

You generally need to bring original documents for verification at the counter, along with photocopies to submit with your application. Requirements can vary slightly by office, so it's safest to bring both.

Q: What documents does a minor need for a passport?

Minors typically need a B-Form (or CNIC if already issued), both parents' CNICs, and the child's photograph meeting passport specifications. See our dedicated minor passport guide for the complete list.

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Quick answer: Every Pakistani passport application needs, at minimum, a valid CNIC (or B-Form for minors), a passport-specification photograph, and a completed application form. Renewals, overseas applicants, and minors each require a few additional category-specific documents.

Core Documents Everyone Needs

Regardless of whether you're applying for the first time or renewing, a small set of core documents forms the backbone of every application. Getting these right before you arrive at the office is the single biggest factor in avoiding delays.

Citation block Every Pakistani passport application requires a valid CNIC or B-Form, a passport-specification photograph, and a completed DGIP application form, with additional documents required depending on applicant category.

Checklist by Applicant Category

Adult, New

First-Time Applicant

Valid CNIC, passport photo, completed application form, proof of address if requested.

Adult, Renewal

Renewing an Existing Passport

Expiring/expired passport, valid CNIC, updated photo, completed renewal form.

Minor

Child Applicant

B-Form (or CNIC if issued), both parents' CNICs, child's photo. See our minor passport guide.

Overseas

Applying From Abroad

CNIC/NICOP, proof of residence abroad, passport photo, mission-specific forms. See our overseas guide.

Full Document Table

Document	Required For
CNIC	All adult applicants
B-Form	Minors without a CNIC
Existing passport	Renewals
Passport-spec photograph	All applicants
Proof of overseas residence	Overseas applicants
Marriage certificate (if applicable)	Name change cases

Avoid This Common Mistake

Diagnostic: Application rejected due to photo issues

A significant share of counter rejections trace back to non-compliant photographs — wrong background color, incorrect size, or recent facial changes not reflected in the photo. Check our photo requirements guide before your appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need original documents or are photocopies accepted?

Bring originals for verification and photocopies to submit — requirements can vary slightly by office.

What documents does a minor need for a passport?

A B-Form or CNIC, both parents' CNICs, and a compliant photo. See our minor passport guide for the full list.

Do I need proof of address for a passport application?

Some offices request it, particularly for first-time applications — check with your specific Regional Passport Office beforehand if unsure.

Ready to apply? See how to apply for a new passport. Need photo specs? See our photo requirements guide.