Every year, hundreds of Pakistanis travel to Saudi Arabia for employment or business purposes. Before departing, they are required to obtain a National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) from NADRA.
NADRA is responsible for managing, recording, and issuing NICOPs to the Pakistani diaspora living in Saudi Arabia and other countries. Citizens living abroad can easily obtain a NICOP, which facilitates visa-free travel to Pakistan for those with dual nationality.
For Pakistani residents in Saudi Arabia and other countries, the new Smart NICOP can be acquired by visiting any NADRA center. The fee for the Smart NICOP varies depending on the region, with Saudi Arabia categorized under Zone B.
NICOP Fee in Pak Rupees for Saudi Arabia
As of August 2024, the NICOP fees for Saudi Arabia remain unchanged. The standard fee is still Rs5,620, while the urgent processing fee is Rs8,440. NADRA also provides an executive category option, with the fee set at Rs11,250.
NICOP Online Fee for Saudi Arabia
If you apply for a NICOP online, the fees will be charged in US dollars. The standard fee is $20, the urgent fee is $30, and the executive fee is $40.
| NICOP Saudi Arabia Fee | Normal Fee | Urgent Fee | Executive Fee |
| Charges | $20 | $30 | $40 |
To apply online for NICOP through NADRA platform, Click below:
https://id.nadra.gov.pk/new-nicop/
