Pakistan Emergency Travel Document (ETD)
An Emergency Travel Document is a temporary single-journey travel document issued by Pakistan embassies when a full passport cannot be issued in time for urgent travel.
When is an ETD Issued?
- Your passport has been lost or stolen and you need to travel urgently
- Your passport has expired and you cannot wait for a renewal
- Your passport is damaged beyond use
- You need to travel for a medical emergency or family bereavement
- You are being deported or repatriated
ETD Details
| Validity | Single journey to Pakistan only. Typically valid for 30 days from issue date. |
|---|---|
| Processing time | 1-2 working days. Same-day issuance possible for genuine emergencies. |
| Cost | $20-$50 (varies by embassy) |
| What it looks like | A single-sheet document with your photograph, personal details, and embassy stamps. It is not a booklet passport. |
| Accepted by airlines | Yes. Airlines accept ETDs for travel to Pakistan. Inform the airline in advance. |
| Cannot be used for | Travel to any country other than Pakistan. You cannot transit through a third country unless that country accepts Pakistan ETDs (confirm with the airline). |
How to Apply
- Contact your nearest Pakistan embassy and explain the emergency
- If your passport was lost/stolen, obtain a police report first
- Visit the embassy with: police report (if applicable), any available ID (NICOP, CNIC, driving licence), two passport photographs, proof of travel need (flight booking, hospital letter, death certificate), and the ETD fee
- The embassy will verify your identity through NADRA records
- Once verified, the ETD is prepared and issued (usually within 24 hours)
After Arriving in Pakistan
Once you arrive in Pakistan using an ETD, you must apply for a new passport at a Regional Passport Office before you can travel internationally again. The ETD is surrendered at Pakistan immigration upon arrival. To return abroad, you will need a full passport, which can be obtained on urgent processing in Pakistan (1 week or less).