Pakistanis living in the United Arab Emirates can now have new passport applications processed as electronic passports, or e-passports, through the Pakistan Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai.
Under the latest fee schedule, the cheapest option is a 36-page e-passport valid for five years at AED 145 under normal processing.
At recent exchange rates, that works out to roughly Rs11,000, although the rupee equivalent will change with the exchange rate.
The Pakistan missions announced that all new passport applications submitted through the two UAE offices are being processed under the e-passport system from October 23, 2026.
Pakistan E-Passport Fees in UAE
The standard fee structure is:
| Pages | Validity | Normal Fee | Urgent Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 pages | 5 years | AED 145 | AED 235 |
| 36 pages | 10 years | AED 215 | AED 355 |
| 72 pages | 5 years | AED 260 | AED 425 |
| 72 pages | 10 years | AED 390 | AED 635 |
The amount payable depends on the number of pages, validity period and whether the applicant chooses normal or urgent processing.
Cheapest Pakistan E-Passport in UAE
The lowest-cost option is:
36 pages + 5-year validity + normal processing = AED 145
Using an exchange rate of roughly Rs76 per dirham, this is around Rs11,000.
However, applicants should rely on the fee quoted in UAE dirhams, because the Pakistan rupee conversion will fluctuate.
Lost Passport Fees in UAE
Replacement fees are considerably higher when a passport has been lost.
36-Page Passport
| Validity | Processing | First Loss | Second Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | Normal | AED 290 | AED 580 |
| 5 years | Urgent | AED 470 | AED 940 |
| 10 years | Normal | AED 430 | AED 860 |
| 10 years | Urgent | AED 710 | AED 1,420 |
72-Page Passport
| Validity | Processing | First Loss | Second Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | Normal | AED 520 | AED 1,040 |
| 5 years | Urgent | AED 850 | AED 1,700 |
| 10 years | Normal | AED 780 | AED 1,560 |
| 10 years | Urgent | AED 1,270 | AED 2,540 |
The highest listed charge is therefore AED 2,540 for an urgent 10-year, 72-page replacement after a second loss.
Do Existing Pakistani Passports Need to Be Replaced?
No.
Pakistanis who already hold a valid Machine Readable Passport (MRP) do not need to replace it immediately.
The missions have confirmed that existing MRPs remain valid until their stated expiry dates.
Applicants have also been advised to seek renewal only when their current passport has less than six months of validity remaining.
First Name and Last Name Are Mandatory
Applicants should also check their personal information before applying.
The latest e-passport requirements state that applicants must have both:
First name
and
Last name
for e-passport issuance.
This is particularly important for people whose existing Pakistani documents contain only a single name.
Pakistan’s Directorate General of Immigration and Passports also lists both first and last names as mandatory for e-passport applications.
What Is a Pakistani E-Passport?
An e-passport contains an embedded electronic chip carrying identity and biometric information.
Pakistan’s Directorate General of Immigration and Passports says the chip stores information including:
- biometric data;
- personal information from the passport data page;
- a unique identification number; and
- a digital signature.
The passport uses a contactless NFC chip and has been designed to comply with international ICAO standards.
Where Can Pakistanis Apply in the UAE?
Pakistani nationals in the UAE can use passport services through:
Embassy of Pakistan — Abu Dhabi
and
Consulate General of Pakistan — Dubai
The latest announcement applies to passport applications submitted through these missions.
Can Pakistanis Apply for Passports Online?
Pakistan also provides online passport services for overseas Pakistanis.
Applicants should check DGIP’s official online passport services and the relevant Pakistani mission’s instructions before applying, particularly where a renewal can be handled digitally.
Pakistan E-Passport UAE FAQs
What is the cheapest Pakistani e-passport fee in UAE?
The cheapest listed option is AED 145 for a 36-page passport with five-year validity under normal processing.
How much is a 10-year Pakistan e-passport in UAE?
A 36-page, 10-year passport costs AED 215 normal or AED 355 urgent.
A 72-page, 10-year passport costs AED 390 normal or AED 635 urgent.
Do I need to replace my current MRP?
No. Existing valid machine-readable passports remain valid until expiry.
When should I renew my passport?
Applicants have been advised to renew once their passport has less than six months of validity remaining.
Can I get an e-passport in Dubai?
Yes. New passport applications are being processed as e-passports through the Consulate General of Pakistan in Dubai.
Can I get one in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. The Embassy of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi is also processing e-passport applications.
Is urgent processing available?
Yes. Normal and urgent fees are listed for all standard 36-page and 72-page categories.
Pakistan’s latest e-passport system in the UAE gives overseas Pakistanis in Dubai and Abu Dhabi access to electronic passports with prices starting at AED 145.
For most applicants, the key points are simple:
AED 145 — cheapest five-year option
AED 215 — 36-page, 10-year normal option
AED 635 — 72-page, 10-year urgent option
Existing MRPs remain valid until expiry, so holders do not need to replace a valid passport simply because e-passports are now being issued.
Applicants should also make sure their identity record includes both a first name and last name before applying.
