ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday said that Pakistani passport has improved in the global ranking, moving up to 98th from 126th in the recently released report.
While speaking to journalists in Islamabad, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, said Pakistan’s passport rose from 126th to 98th place, which is the biggest milestone achived the prevailing government.
Pakistan was previously ranked 126th in the global passport ranking. However, it has improved by 28 places to 98.
Pakistani citizens can now apply for passports online
The Immigration and Passport Department has simplified the procedure for citizens by outlining the steps to apply for a passport online via the e-services portal.
Individuals can now submit applications for a passport without waiting in lengthy queues. The Passport Department posted a video on media explaining the procedure, encouraging people to go to the official site www.onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk for online passport renewal requests.
The video additionally clarifies that users with an existing account need to select the “Login” button. On the one hand, new users without an account must choose the “Register” button, complete all necessary fields in the registration form and verify that they provide the accurate mobile number and email address.
Once users have filled in the details they must input the provided code. You can use “Next” to request an email with proof of the verification link where the user, after getting the email, should click the link and enter the verification code. Upon completing registration users should navigate to the “Login” area enter their email and password and sign in.
More information is given, along with guidelines, on how to file an application. Users have the option to select from five choices according to their requirements.
It is essential to remember that for renewing a passport the passport must be valid for than one year. Individuals with alterations in their passport information, like name or occupation cannot apply for online renewal.
Additionally, individuals have the option to choose the passport office from the drop-down list to prevent lengthy commutes when they need to visit the office.
