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Steps to get started
- For a lost CNIC, open NADRA’s official website and check the reprint or lost-card process. Ask about any reporting requirements for your circumstances before submitting.
- For a lost passport, follow DGI&P’s lost-passport instructions, which call for a police report mentioning the previous passport number. If you do not know the number, ask the passport office for the official way to obtain it.
- If you are abroad, contact the relevant Pakistan mission through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Ask about replacement and any emergency travel option; do not assume you can travel on a photocopy.
- Save reports, receipts and references securely. If a document is later found, ask the issuing authority whether it remains usable before using it.
Before you apply
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Official sources
- NADRA — PakID FAQs
- Directorate General of Immigration & Passports
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Pakistan
Frequently asked questions
Is a police report required for a lost passport?
DGI&P’s guidance calls for a police report mentioning the previous passport number. Check its current requirements and the local reporting procedure.
Should I post a photo of my lost CNIC online?
No. Avoid exposing the document number and personal details. Use official reporting and replacement channels instead.