Pakistan Passport Services in USA 2026

The Pakistan Embassy in Washington DC and four Consulates General (New York, Houston, Los Angeles, Chicago) provide passport renewal, new applications, e-passport upgrades, and lost passport replacement for over 500,000 Pakistani Americans.

Available Passport Types

  • E-Passport 36 pages (5 or 10 years): Standard passport
  • E-Passport 72 pages (5 or 10 years): For frequent travellers
  • E-Passport 100 pages (5 or 10 years): For very frequent travellers
  • Urgent/Express processing: 2-3 weeks at additional cost

Official DGIP Passport Fees (PKR)

Base fees set by DGIP (including Rs 1,000 service charge):

PagesValidityNormal FeeUrgent Fee
36 pages5 yearsRs 5,500Rs 8,500
72 pages5 yearsRs 9,200Rs 14,500
100 pages5 yearsRs 10,000Rs 19,000
36 pages10 yearsRs 7,700Rs 12,200
72 pages10 yearsRs 13,400Rs 21,200
100 pages10 yearsRs 14,500Rs 28,000

Passport Fees in USD (Estimated 2026)

US missions charge in USD. DGIP base fee plus consular surcharge:

Passport TypeNormal (USD)Urgent (USD)
36-page, 5-year$50 - $65$80 - $100
72-page, 5-year$75 - $90$120 - $140
100-page, 5-year$80 - $100$150 - $170
36-page, 10-year$60 - $80$100 - $120
72-page, 10-year$100 - $120$160 - $180
100-page, 10-year$110 - $130$200 - $230

Fees vary by consulate. Payment by money order, cashier's check, or card (where accepted). Contact your nearest mission for exact fees.

Processing Times

Processing TypeEstimated Time
Normal processing4-8 weeks
Urgent/Express processing2-3 weeks

Documents Required

Passport Renewal
  • Current passport (original + photocopy of all stamped pages)
  • Valid NICOP or CNIC (original + copy)
  • Two passport-size photos (35x45mm, white background)
  • Completed passport application form
  • Proof of US residence (state-issued ID, utility bill, or green card copy)
Lost/Stolen Passport
  • US police report
  • NICOP or any copy of lost passport
  • Sworn affidavit
  • Two passport-size photos
  • Double fee for first loss; quadruple for second loss

Where to Apply in the USA

Embassy Washington DC

3517 International Court NW, Washington, DC 20008
Phone: +1-202-243-6500
Consular: +1-202-243-3267
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM (submission)

Consulate New York

12 East 65th Street, New York, NY 10065
Phone: +1-212-879-5800

Consulate Houston

11850 Jones Road, Houston, TX 77070
Phone: +1-281-890-2223

Consulate Los Angeles

10700 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 211, LA, CA 90025
Phone: +1-310-441-5114

Consulate Chicago

333 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 728, Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: +1-312-781-1831

Appointments required: Most US missions require appointments. Book online: DC at embassyofpakistan.com/appointment, NY at pakistanconsulateny.setmore.com, Houston at appointments.pakistanconsulatehouston.org.

How to Apply

  1. Book an appointment at your nearest mission (see links above).
  2. Complete the passport application form.
  3. Visit during your appointment with all required documents.
  4. Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) captured at the counter.
  5. Pay the fee (money order, cashier's check, or card).
  6. Collect or receive by USPS when notified (4-8 weeks normal).

Frequently Asked Questions

A 36-page 5-year passport costs approximately $50-65 (normal) or $80-100 (urgent). Fees vary by consulate and include DGIP base fee plus surcharge.

Normal: 4-8 weeks. Urgent: 2-3 weeks at additional cost.

Yes, most US missions require appointments. Houston is strictly appointment-only. Walk-ins may face long waits or be turned away.

DC (DC/MD/VA), NY (East Coast/New England), Houston (Southern states), LA (Western states), Chicago (Midwest). Visit the one closest to your state.

Last verified: April 2026. Contact your nearest mission for current fees and appointment availability.

Embassy Info
  • DC: +1-202-243-6500
  • NY: +1-212-879-5800
  • Houston: +1-281-890-2223
  • LA: +1-310-441-5114
  • Chicago: +1-312-781-1831
  • Appointments: Required
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