How to Pay Passport Fee Through Passport Asaan App
Download the Passport Asaan App from Google Play or App Store. Select "Fee Payment", enter your passport application details, choose 36 or 72 pages and processing speed, and pay via debit/credit card, JazzCash, Easypaisa, or bank transfer. The payment receipt is generated instantly — show it at your passport office appointment.
What the Passport Asaan App Does
The Passport Asaan App replaced the old bank challan system for passport fee payments. Instead of standing in a bank queue to deposit the fee, you pay from your phone in 2 minutes. The app generates a digital receipt that's verified electronically at the passport office — no paper challan needed.
After paying, book your appointment: passport renewal guide. Not sure which type to choose? See normal vs urgent vs fast track comparison.
Other Ways to Pay Passport Fees
Passport Fee Structure — All Categories
| Passport Type | 36 Pages | 72 Pages | 100 Pages | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal (21 days) | Rs. 3,000 | Rs. 5,400 | Rs. 8,100 | 3 weeks |
| Urgent (7 days) | Rs. 5,400 | Rs. 8,100 | Rs. 12,600 | 1 week |
| Fast Track (3 days) | Rs. 9,000 | Rs. 12,600 | Rs. 17,100 | 3 business days |
| E-Passport Normal | Rs. 9,000 | Rs. 13,500 | Rs. 18,000 | 3 weeks |
| E-Passport Urgent | Rs. 13,500 | Rs. 18,000 | Rs. 22,500 | 1 week |
Documents needed: checklist. E-passport info: comparison. Track after payment: tracking. Passport office hours: timings guide.
How to pay via Passport Asaan App: Download from Google Play/App Store → create account → select passport service → enter applicant details → choose page count and processing speed → pay via JazzCash, Easypaisa, bank card, or bank transfer → receive e-challan/token number → visit passport office with token. The app pre-fills your application, reducing office time from 2-3 hours to 30-45 minutes.
Practical Tips for This Service
Before visiting the passport office, prepare all documents the night before and organize them in a clear folder. Arrive early — offices start getting crowded after 10 AM, and token distribution has a daily cutoff (typically 2 PM on regular days, 11 AM on Fridays). Bring a photocopy of every original document you carry — offices charge Rs. 10-20 per copy, but having your own saves time in queue.
The Passport Asaan app has streamlined the process significantly — applicants who use the app spend 30-45 minutes at the office compared to 2-3 hours for walk-in applicants. Download the app, fill in your details at home, pay the fee, and arrive with the generated token number. The app handles form validation, which means fewer rejections at the counter for incomplete applications.
For urgent travel situations: fast track processing (3 business days) is available at all passport offices for an additional fee. However, this timeline starts AFTER your application is accepted — if documents are incomplete, the clock doesn't start until you resolve the issue. Always verify your application is complete and accepted before counting on the fast track timeline for travel planning.
International travel tip: many countries require your passport to be valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates. If your passport expires within 8-9 months, renew NOW rather than risk visa rejection or immigration issues. Renewing early doesn't forfeit the remaining validity — the new passport starts a fresh 5-year or 10-year term regardless of when the old one was due to expire.
Verify current fees and timelines. DGIP updates passport fees and processing times periodically. The figures in this guide are based on the latest available information — always confirm on the DGIP portal or Passport Asaan App before paying.
Payment Troubleshooting
- Paying before completing the online form — pay after filling your application details, not before. The fee is linked to your application.
- Choosing the wrong passport type — once paid, switching from 36-page to 72-page (or vice versa) requires a refund and re-payment. Choose carefully.
- Not saving the digital receipt — the passport office needs your payment confirmation. Screenshot it and save the transaction ID.
- Paying for someone else without their CNIC — each fee payment is linked to a specific CNIC number. Ensure you enter the correct applicant's CNIC during payment.
Passport Fee Payment — App Questions
Yes. The Passport Asaan App supports JazzCash as a payment method. You can also pay via Easypaisa, debit/credit card, or bank transfer through the app.
Payment gateway charges may apply depending on your payment method (card vs mobile wallet). The amount is shown before you confirm payment. Bank transfers typically have the lowest or no additional charges.
Yes. You can generate a challan through the app or DGIP website and pay at designated bank branches (NBP, HBL, UBL). The bank stamps the challan as proof of payment.
Wait 24-48 hours for automatic refund. If not refunded, contact the payment provider (bank, JazzCash, Easypaisa) with the transaction ID. Also report to DGIP helpline with your application reference.