LAHORE – The National Database Registration Authority is the relevant authority to issue National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) to a eligible citizen of Pakistan, who is going abroad or lives or has reference abroad.
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
You can apply for your NICOP by either visiting NADRA Registration Center (NRC) or through Pak-Identity website.
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.
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 NICOP Fee in Pak Rupees for Sweden
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 Sweden falls in Zone A, the normal fee for new NICOP stands at Rs11,340, urgent fee Rs16,589 and executive fee at Rs21,820.
Following is the fee if you are applying for NICOP through PakID:
