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ISLAMABAD: Pakistani citizens residing in Canada need to approach the National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) for the issuance of National Identity Card (NICOP) for Overseas Pakistanis.
NADRA NICOP is mandatory for Pakistani citizens intending to travel abroad or settle in foreign countries.
NADRA is the sole authorized authority to issue the document to Pakistanis.
It is worth noting here that any citizen of Pakistan is eligible to apply for NADRA NICOP, which enables dual nationals to enter Pakistan without a visa. To apply for Smart NICOP, a valid passport number is mandatory.
Pakistanis can submit their applications at any NADRA office in Pakistan, while overseas Pakistanis can visit their respective consulates, including Canada, or apply for NICOP online.
NADRA has divided countries into two categories: Zone A and Zone B.
Zone A includes European and Western countries such as Canada, while Zone B includes Arab countries such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
NICOP Fees in Rupees, Dollars for Canada
The application fee for NADRA NICOP remains at Rs 11,340 for normal processing, the urgent fee is Rs 16,589 while the executive fee is Rs 21,82.
Meanwhile, the normal fee for the new Smart NICOP is $39 while the urgent fee is $57 and the executive fee is $75.
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