Muscat/Islamabad: Pakistani expatriates in Oman will soon be able to have their e-passports delivered to their homes as Islamabad moves towards a fully electronic passport system under a broad package of reforms aimed at modernizing passport services, enhancing security and improving public convenience.The decision was taken during a special meeting chaired by Pakistan's Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, at the Passport and Immigration Headquarters in Islamabad.
Officials said the complete transition to e-passports would significantly reduce fraud and forgery associated with travel documents while bringing Pakistan's passport system in line with international standards.
Naqvi said the reforms would strengthen the integrity of the country's passport system and improve services for citizens at home and abroad.
As part of the overhaul, authorities have completed preparations for a home delivery service for passports, both within Pakistan and overseas. Once launched, applicants will be able to receive their passports at their doorstep without having to visit passport offices for collection.
The meeting also approved a revised fee structure under which applicants opting for premium passport services will pay charges that reflect the actual cost of providing those services.
