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The Pakistan Origin Card (POC), issued by NADRA for single nationality holders and Overseas Pakistanis, offers foreign nationals of Pakistani origin various benefits. These benefits simplify travel, residency, and access to services in Pakistan. Whether you’re applying for a new POC, renewal, modification, or handling a POC lost case, our secure, online service ensures a hassle-free process for applicants in the UK and abroad. As a leading service provider, we offer transparency, expert guidance, and dedicated support throughout the POC application process.

NADRA POC Card Benefits

The POC card offers several advantages for Pakistani origin individuals living abroad, especially in the UK:

  • Visa-Free Travel: The POC card provides visa-free entry into Pakistan.
  • Property Ownership: With the POC card, you can legally own property in Pakistan, even without Pakistani nationality.
  • Banking Access: The POC card allows access to banking services in Pakistan.
  • Business & Investment: You can buy, sell, and invest in Pakistan with a NADRA POC card.

Who is Eligible for a POC Card?

Eligibility cirteria for the POC card includes:

  1. Individuals who have renounced Pakistani nationality but are now citizens of a country offering single nationality.
  2. Foreign nationals of Pakistani origin, including children and grandchildren of Pakistani citizens.
  3. Foreign spouses of Pakistani nationals, including Afghan spouses.
  4. Dual nationality holders are eligible under specific conditions.
Please check the counrties which are eligible for applying POC Card on our blogs page.

How to Apply for a POC Card Online?

While you can apply directly via the NADRA website https://nadra.gov.pk However, if you face any issue during your application process, our services offers a convenient, step-by-step process to ensure a smooth application experience:

  • Complete the POC Application Form
  • Submit Supporting Documents
  • Pay the POC Card Fees
  • Our team will keep you updated on your POC application status throughout the process, ensuring smooth handling of your case.

Application Types:

You can apply for the POC application through NADRA Online Card  in different categories. Depending upon your requirement, you can apply for the relevant category. Following are the types of applications you can apply regarding your NICOP card through NADRA.

Application Form New POC

NEW POC Card Online

If you hold a single-citizenship passport or were born in a country without dual nationality agreements, you can apply for a new POC. This category also includes foreigners married to Pakistani nationals. The POC grants visa-free entry to Pakistan and allows you to conduct various legal activities within the country.

Mandatory Documents:

PARENTS BASE POC:
  1.   Valid passport 
  2.  Birth certificate 
  3.  Marriage Certificate 
  4.  Parent’s NADRA Card
  5.  Passport Size Photo

SPOUSE BASE POC :

  1.  Applicant’s Valid passport 
  2.  Birth certificate 
  3.  Marriage Certificate 
  4.  Parent’s Passport 
  5.  Spouse NADRA Card
  6.  Passport Size Photo

POC Card RENEWAL

POC cards are valid for seven years for Pakistani applicants and five years for foreign applicants. To avoid disruptions in your travel plans, ensure you renew your POC before it expires. Renewal maintains your visa-free entry and legal status with NADRA.

Mandatory Documents:

  1. Expired POC (front/back picture).
  2. Applicant’s Passport.
  3. Applicant’s Passport Size Picture
POC Renewal Application

Modification POC Card

If you need to update details on your POC, such as marital status, name, or address, you can apply for a modification. Ensure your records remain accurate and up-to-date in NADRA’s system by providing verifiable proof of the changes.

Mandatory Documents:
  1. POC Card Front/Back Picture.
  2. International Passport.
  3. Passport Size Picture.
  4. Proof of Change in ID

LOST POC

In the event your POC is lost, you must apply for a replacement to avoid disruptions in your visa-free travel to Pakistan. It is crucial to have the number of your lost POC card to request a replacement and maintain your identification and travel privileges. The documents that are required for this category are.

Mandatory Documents:

  1. Lost POC Card Number.
  2. Applicant’s Passport.
  3. Applicant’s Passport Size Picture

ONLINE POC CARD CANCELLATION

You may apply for POC cancellation if you are relinquishing foreign nationality for Pakistani citizenship or if you have divorced and hold a spouse-based POC. This process will ensure the accurate update of your records in NADRA’s database.

Mandatory Documents:

  1. POC (front and back picture).
  2. Applicant’s Passport.
  3. Applicant’s Passport Size Picture.
  4. Death Certificate of the deceased Person (If applicable).
  5. Marriage Certificate of the applicant (If applicable)

POC Card Fees and validity in the UK

POC CARD Online application offers two services depending upon the time of delivery. We at NADRA ONLINE offer the following Services:

Executive POC Card Apply Online

£350 each, Delivery Time: 2-3 Working Weeks.

Normal POC Card Fees:

£280 each, Delivery Time: 8-10 Working Weeks.

NADRA POC Card has the validity of 7 Years.

Manage your POC card services efficiently with NADRA Online Card. Our team ensures your documents meet NADRA’s standards and keeps you updated throughout the process. Our streamlined service simplifies the application and renewal process, making your travel to Pakistan seamless and timely.

POC vs NICOP

The POC card and NICOP (National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis) serve different purposes based on nationality status. The NICOP is designed for Pakistani citizens with dual nationality, while the POC card caters to foreign nationals of Pakistani origin. Understanding the differences between these cards can help you decide which one suits your situation best. Visit our blogs page to learn more which country is eligible for POC.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The POC is for foreign nationals of Pakistani origin, including those who renounced their Pakistani nationality and have the Passport of the country offering single Nationality, their descendants, foreign spouses, and certain dual nationality holders.

Benefits include visa-free entry to Pakistan, property ownership rights, access to bank accounts, and investment opportunities in real estate.

The processing time for POC depends upon the service in which you apply. Standard processing takes 8-10 weeks, while Executive processing takes 2-3 weeks.

You'll need a copy of your foreign passport, a recent passport-sized photo, proof of relationship to a Pakistani national, birth certificate, and applicable fees.

The NADRA has the online application system through you can Apply directly at https://nadra.gov.pk. Howver, Our services can assist with the process if you face difficulties.