Pakistani citizens intending to travel to Hong Kong for employment or any purpose other than tourism are required to obtain a National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) from NADRA.
Benefits of NICOP
The holder of the NICOP can enjoy the following benefits:- Visa-free entry into Pakistan on a foreign passport.
- Protection of rights enjoyed by all Pakistanis.
- Full recognition as a regular Pakistani citizen.
- Ability to open a bank account in Pakistan.
- Access to apply for a Machine Readable Passport (MRP).
A passport number is mandatory when applying for a NICOP for newborn babies born abroad.
Where to Apply for NICOP
You can apply for your NICOP either by visiting a NADRA Registration Center (NRC) or through the Pak-Identity website.NADRA Registration Center (NRC)
You can apply for NICOP by going to the nearest NRC. The steps are as follows:1. You will be issued a token.
2. Your photograph will be captured.
3. Your fingerprints and signature will be taken.
4. Your required data will be entered, and a form will be printed for your review.
5. You will receive a printed version of your application form.
Pak-Identity Website
You can apply for your Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (SNICOP) by visiting the Pak-Identity website and have it delivered to your doorstep.NICOP Fee for Hong Kong
As of August 2024, the fee structure is as follows:- Normal fee: Rs5,820
- Urgent fee: Rs8,730
- Executive fee: Rs11,640
NICOP Fee in US Dollars for Hong Kong
For online applications, the fees are:- Normal fee: $20
- Urgent fee: $30
- Executive fee: $40
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