New 24/7 passport office opens in Islamabad

Federal Minister for Interior, Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday inaugurated the newly built state-of-the-art Passport and Immigration Headquarters and the Islamabad Regional Passport Office with an aim to provide better services to citizens, with the Islamabad Regional Passport Office now operating 24/7.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Mohsin Naqvi announced a series of reforms and improvements in passport services nationwide. He stated that 24/7 passport issuance services would soon be available at NADRA mega centres in 14 cities, ensuring greater accessibility and convenience for the public. The Minister revealed that the long-standing backlog in passport processing has been completely eliminated. "Citizens will now receive their passports on time," he assured, adding that previously, delays of up to six months were common.

The inauguration ceremony also highlighted the Minister's vision for improved service delivery.

Naqvi toured the new reception area, online services section, production centre, and data centre, praising the upgraded facilities. He presented shields and cash prizes to staff members who had shown exceptional performance in passport production.

The Minister also announced plans to establish model passport centres in Karachi and Lahore, further expanding the availability of top-tier services across the country. Naqvi emphasized the government's commitment to eradicating corruption and ensuring transparency in the system.