Imdad Portal

POC Renewal

Renew your Pakistan Origin Card (POC) on expiry to continue enjoying visa-free entry and civil privileges in Pakistan.

NADRA Varies by category and country; confirm on Pak-ID. Verified Guide

اہم معلومات (آسان اردو میں)

موجودہ صورت حالSTATUS
کیٹیگری/ملک کے مطابق
یہ سہولت/فوائد کیا ہے؟BENEFIT
  • میعاد ختم ہونے پر POC کی تجدید کریں۔
  • پاکستان میں ویزا فری انٹری اور سول مراعات جاری رکھیں۔
  • فیس USD میں (کیٹیگری/ملک کے مطابق)۔
اہلیت کا معیارELIGIBILITY
  • موجودہ POC ہولڈر جس کا کارڈ ختم/ختم ہونے والا ہو۔
ضروری دستاویزاتDOCUMENTS
  • موجودہ/پرانا POC
  • غیر ملکی پاسپورٹ
  • تازہ تصویر (حسبِ ضرورت)
درخواست کا طریقہHOW TO APPLY
  1. Pak-ID پورٹل سے تجدید کی درخواست دیں۔
  2. تفصیلات تصدیق کریں اور دستاویزات اپ لوڈ کریں۔
  3. فیس (USD) ادا کریں۔
  4. کارڈ وصول کریں یا ٹریک کریں۔

Service Overview

Keep Your Privileges Active

A Pakistan Origin Card is issued for a fixed term u2014 7 years for Pakistani-origin holders and 5 years for spouse-based cards u2014 and must be renewed on expiry to keep your visa-free entry and civil privileges in Pakistan.

Why Renewal Matters

  • Maintains visa-free entry to Pakistan
  • Keeps property and banking rights active
  • Ensures continued access to civil services

Good to Know

  • Renew through the official Pak-ID app from anywhere.
  • Fees are charged in USD and vary by country.
  • The renewed card is couriered to your address or collected at an NRC.

Eligibility Criteria

Existing POC holder whose card has expired or is about to expire.
Continues to meet POC eligibility (foreign national of Pakistani origin or qualifying spouse).

Required Documents

Existing / old POC and valid foreign passport
Updated proof of origin, or marriage certificate for spouse-based POC
Supporting documents for any change of details

How to Apply — Step by Step

1

Apply through the Pak-ID app and select POC Renewal.

2

Verify your details and upload the documents.

3

Pay the renewal fee.

4

Track via SMS to 8400 or Pak-ID; receive the renewed card by courier or collect it at an NRC.

Frequently Asked Questions

Before expiry, to keep your visa-free entry and associated privileges.
Through the official Pak-ID app.
7 years for Pakistani-origin holders, or 5 years for spouse-based POC.
Yes, via Pak-ID; the card is couriered to your address.
Send your tracking ID via SMS to 8400 or check Pak-ID.

Important Notes

Renew before expiry to keep visa-free entry and associated privileges.
Fees are charged in USD and vary by country u2014 confirm on Pak-ID.

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