Pakistan Origin Card (POC)
Pakistan Origin Card (POC) provides unprecedented incentives to eligible expatriates.
Who can apply for the Pakistan Origin Card (POC) ¶
You can apply for the POC if you meet any one of the following criteria. You:
- were previously a Pakistani citizen (surrendered nationality)
- have parents/legal guardian of Pakistani origin
- have immediate family of Pakistani origin
- are married to a Pakistani national except where you are national of Taiwan, India, Israel or any other country that is not recogonized by Pakistan
What you can do with POC ¶
You can use POC:
- as proof of Identity in place of National Identity Card (NIC/CNIC)
- for multiple visa-free entry and swift immigration into/from Pakistan ports
- for indefinite stay in Pakistan and become exempt from reporting to police or foreigners' registration offices
- to purchase, sell, own, deal with and dispose of movable, immovable property
- to open bank accounts and register mobile sims anywhere in Pakistan
- to obtain employment (other conditions apply)
How to apply ¶
You can apply for POC online at NADRA Pak Identity website.