ISLAMABAD – Nadra issues the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) to citizens of Pakistan who are living abroad, including European countries, and are national of a country which has a dual nationality arrangement with Pakistan.
Any citizen of Pakistan can apply for NICOP and can travel to Pakistan without requiring a visa. The citizens who are going to any European country for jobs or studies are also required to obtain their NICOP by completing a certain process and paying fee.
Where to Apply for NICOP
For inland applications, citizens are required to visit the Nadra Registration Center (NRC) and those who are in foreign countries can apply for it through Pak-Identity website.
Process to Apply for NICIOP at NADRA Registration Centers
You can apply for NICOP by going to the nearest NADRA Registration Center (NRC).
Following are the steps which you will be following at the NRC:
You will be issued a token
Your photograph will be captured
Your fingerprints and signature will be taken
Your required data entry will be done and form will be printed to be reviewed by yourself
You will be handed over a printed version of your application form.
How to Apply Through Pak Identity Website
Pakistanis living abroad can apply for your Smart National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (SNICOP) through Pak Identity website or mobile app.
NADRA NICOP Fee for Europe in Rupees
As of December 2024, the normal fee for new NICOP stands at Rs11,340, urgent fee Rs16,589 and executive fee at Rs21,820.
NICOP Fee for Europe in Dollars in December 2024
The applicant has to pay the fee for NICOP in dollars if he/she applying for NICOP online. The normal fee for NICOP for Norway stands at $39 while urgent fee is $57 and executive fee is $75.
