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NADRA NICOP Apply Online 2026: Overseas Pakistani Card Fees & Process

Complete online NICOP application guide for overseas Pakistanis and dual nationals. Verified Zone A & Zone B country fee tables, online Pak-ID steps, and visa-free travel benefits.

LAST VERIFIED ON:August 16, 2026

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NADRA NICOP Apply Online 2026: Overseas Pakistani Card Fees & Process

National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) is issued to Pakistani citizens residing abroad or holding dual nationality. Apply 100% online via id.nadra.gov.pk. NICOP allows visa-free entry into Pakistan and full civil rights. Fees depend on country zone: Zone A (USA, UK, Canada, Europe) costs $39 (Normal), $59 (Urgent), $79 (Executive); Zone B (Middle East, GCC) costs $20 (Normal), $39 (Urgent), $59 (Executive).

Official Ledger Fee Schedule (2026)

Official Rates
Category / Document ServiceNormal DeliveryUrgent DeliveryExecutive / Fast Track
NICOP Zone A (USA, UK, Canada, EU, Australia)$39 USD$59 USD$79 USD
NICOP Zone B (Saudi Arabia, UAE, GCC, Asia)$20 USD$39 USD$59 USD
Fees are payable directly at official government counters or authorized e-banking portals.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1Step 1 of 5

Create Account on Pak-ID Portal

Visit id.nadra.gov.pk and create a new user account using your valid international email and mobile number.

2Step 2 of 5

Select NICOP Category & Country Zone

Choose "NICOP New" or "NICOP Renewal". Select your country of residence (Zone A or Zone B) to display correct fee structure.

3Step 3 of 5

Upload Supporting Documents

Upload clean scans of your foreign passport, resident visa/Iqama/work permit, existing CNIC/B-Form, and white background photo.

4Step 4 of 5

Biometric Form Download & Upload

Download the generated biometric fingerprint form, stamp your 4 fingerprints with dark ink, scan at 600 DPI resolution, and re-upload to the portal.

5Step 5 of 5

Pay Fee via Credit/Debit Card

Pay the fee in USD using Visa or Mastercard. Track international courier delivery straight to your overseas residence address.

Detailed Guide & Guidelines

For millions of overseas Pakistanis living in Saudi Arabia, UAE, UK, USA, Canada, and Europe, the **National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP)** is the ultimate identity bridge connecting them to their homeland. Issued under the NADRA Ordinance, NICOP guarantees dual nationals and expatriates visa-free entry into Pakistan, complete property inheritance rights, and seamless access to banking services. ## Core Privileges of Holding a Valid NICOP - **Visa-Free Entry to Pakistan**: Travel to any airport in Pakistan using your foreign passport paired with your valid NICOP card. - **Property Ownership & Legal Transactions**: Full right to purchase, register, sell, and inherit land and houses across Pakistan. - **Roshan Digital Banking (RDA)**: Open zero-tax foreign currency and PKR bank accounts remotely. ## Country Zone Classification & Fee Matrix 2026 NADRA categorizes residence countries into two primary zones: | Country Classification Zone | Normal Fee | Urgent Fee | Executive Fee | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Zone A** (USA, UK, Canada, EU, Australia, NZ) | **$39 USD** | **$59 USD** | **$79 USD** | | **Zone B** (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, GCC, Asia) | **$20 USD** | **$39 USD** | **$59 USD** | *Official foreign currency tariffs confirmed via [NADRA Pak-ID Portal](https://id.nadra.gov.pk/).*

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes! Children born abroad to at least one Pakistani parent holding a valid CNIC/NICOP are fully eligible for NICOP. You will need the child's foreign birth certificate attested by the relevant Embassy/Consulate.

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