LAHORE –  The National Database Registration Authority is the competent authority to issue National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) to a citizen of Pakistan, who lives abroad or intend to go to foreign country for employment of study.

Any citizen of Pakistan can apply for NICOP and can travel to Pakistan without requiring a visa in case of dual nationality. A passport number is a mandatory pre-requisite while applyinbg for NICOP.

Where to Apply for NICOP

An appliant can apply for your NICOP by either visiting NADRA Registration Center (NRC) or through Pak-Identity website.

Steps to Apply for NICIOP at NADRA Registration Center (NRC)

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

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.

NADRA New NICOP Fee for Germany in Rupees

Nadra has two different fee structure for NICOP. It has divided the world countries in two zones – A and B. The fee is different for both zones. As Germany falls in Zone A, the normal fee for new NICOP stands at Rs11,340, urgent fee Rs16,589 and executive fee at Rs21,820.

NICOP Fee for Germany in Dollars from July 2023

The fee for NICOP for applying online is charged in dollars. The normal fee for NICOP for Germany stands at $39 while urgent fee is $57 and executive fee is $75.