A child's Pakistani passport requires both parents' CNICs, the child's B-Form, and physical presence of both parents (or one parent with a court-certified authorisation if the other is unavailable) — children under 12 don't provide fingerprints but must attend for photographs.

4 Steps to Get a Passport for Your Minor Child

Get child's B-Form first, then apply at dgip.gov.pk with both parents' CNICs and birth certificate — both parents should attend the biometric appointment; child's passport valid for 5 years.

Step 1

Understand the Requirements for a Child's Passport

Children of any age — including newborns — can get a Pakistani passport. The application requires both parents' involvement in most cases: both parents' CNICs are required, and ideally both parents attend the biometric appointment. If only one parent can attend, a signed consent letter (notarised) from the absent parent is typically required.

For children of divorced or separated parents, or children whose father is deceased, different documentation applies — see the troubleshooting section below.

Step 2

Gather Documents for the Child's Passport

  • Child's B-Form (Child Registration Certificate from NADRA) — mandatory; the child must have a B-Form before applying
  • Both parents' original CNICs and photocopies
  • Child's birth certificate (hospital or Union Council)
  • Parents' Nikah Nama (marriage certificate)
  • Two passport-size photos of the child (white background, full face)
  • Old passport if renewing an existing child's passport
Step 3

Submit Online and Attend With Both Parents

Complete the child's passport application at dgip.gov.pk — an account is created using the father's CNIC in most cases. The child's B-Form number links the application to their NADRA record.

At the biometric appointment: bring the child, both parents (or one parent with notarised consent from the other), and all documents. The passport officer captures the child's photograph and a "best available" fingerprint — children's fingerprints are small and may not register clearly; the officer has alternative biometric procedures for young children.

Step 4

Child Passport Validity and Future Renewals

DGIP typically issues passports for children under 18 with 5-year validity regardless of which option is selected. As the child grows, their appearance changes — passports need more frequent renewal for children than for adults.

When the child turns 18 and their B-Form converts to a CNIC, their next passport application is a standard adult application using their new CNIC. They no longer need parental consent or the B-Form — their CNIC is the primary identity document going forward.

Passport Application Problems

Father is abroad and can't attend — can mother apply alone?

Yes — with a notarised consent letter from the father (obtained from the Pakistan Embassy/High Commission in his country of residence) and the father's CNIC photocopy.

Child doesn't have a B-Form yet

Apply for the B-Form at NADRA first. The child's passport application can't proceed without the B-Form — it's the foundational identity document for minors in Pakistan.

Father is deceased — what documents replace his consent?

Submit the father's death certificate in place of his CNIC and consent. The mother's CNIC and her application as guardian are then the primary documents.

Frequently Asked Questions

There's no minimum age — newborns can be issued passports immediately after getting a B-Form from NADRA.

No — the child's passport is solely in the child's name. It lists the father's name as per the B-Form. Both parents are involved in the application process but the passport belongs to the child.