Pakistan Dual Nationality & NICOP Services in Oman

NICOP applications, dual nationality, Pakistan Origin Card, and citizenship services at the Pakistan Embassy in Muscat for ~200,000 Pakistani nationals in Oman.

NICOP Services

NADRA counter available at the Embassy for NICOP applications and family registration.

  • New NICOP application
  • NICOP renewal
  • Duplicate NICOP (lost/damaged)
  • NICOP modification
  • Juvenile NICOP (under 18)

Fee: OMR 8-15 (normal, 6-8 weeks). Executive processing available.

Complete NICOP Guide →

Dual Nationality

Pakistan permits dual nationality with specific countries. Note that Oman does not generally allow dual citizenship for Omani nationals. Pakistani citizens residing in Oman on work or residence visas retain full Pakistani citizenship.

  • Pakistani citizens working in Oman retain Pakistani nationality
  • Apply for NICOP if not already held
  • Enter/exit Pakistan on Pakistan passport

Pakistan Origin Card (POC)

For former Pakistani citizens and foreign spouses/children of Pakistanis in Oman.

  • Visa-free entry to Pakistan
  • Property ownership rights
  • Bank account access

Complete POC Guide →

Citizenship Renunciation

Pakistani citizenship can be renounced at the Embassy. Requires application, passport surrender, and fee. After renunciation, apply for a POC to maintain ties.

Frequently Asked Questions

NICOP fees in Oman are approximately OMR 8-15 for normal processing (6-8 weeks). Executive/urgent processing is available at a higher fee. Apply at the Pakistan Embassy in Muscat.

Visit the Pakistan Embassy at Diplomatic Area, Shatti Al Qurum, Muscat during consular hours (Sun-Thu 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM). Bring your Pakistan passport, 2 photos, and the fee. You can also apply online at id.nadra.gov.pk and submit biometrics at the Embassy.

Oman generally does not grant citizenship to foreign workers. Pakistani nationals in Oman retain full Pakistani citizenship. Pakistan permits dual nationality with specific countries, but this is not typically relevant for Oman-based Pakistanis who hold Oman work/residence permits rather than citizenship.

The Pakistan Origin Card (POC) is for former Pakistani citizens and foreign spouses/children of Pakistanis. It provides visa-free entry to Pakistan, property rights, and bank access. Apply at the Pakistan Embassy in Muscat.

Normal NICOP processing takes 6-8 weeks. Executive/urgent processing is faster but costs more. The NICOP is delivered to the Embassy in Muscat for collection, or can be mailed to your address in Oman. Contact +968 24603439 for current timelines.
Embassy Info
  • Location: Muscat
  • Phone: +968 24603439
  • Hours: Sun-Thu 8:00-12:00 PM
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