How to Check Your Passport Status Online in Pakistan (2026 Guide)

Applied for a Pakistani passport and wondering where it is? The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports (DGIP) — the government body that issues passports in Pakistan — offers several ways to track your application, and most of them take less than a minute. This guide walks through each method, explains what the status messages mean, and shows what to do if your application seems stuck.

What you will need

Before you start, keep these handy:

  • Your token number — the reference printed on the receipt you received when you submitted your application. If you applied online, it was also sent to your registered mobile number and email.
  • Your 13-digit CNIC number (your national identity card number, without dashes).
  • Your date of birth, for some tracking pages.

Method 1: Track online on the DGIP portal

This is the most detailed option and works from anywhere in the world.

  1. Open the DGIP tracking portal at track.dgip.gov.pk.
  2. Enter your token number and your CNIC number (or date of birth, where asked).
  3. Submit the form to see your live application status.

If you applied through a Pakistani embassy or consulate abroad, you can also use the tracking page of the mission where you applied — or contact the mission directly with your receipt number.

Method 2: Track by SMS (inside Pakistan)

No internet? Use the SMS service:

  1. Open the SMS app on your phone.
  2. Type your 11-digit token number only — no spaces, no extra text.
  3. Send it to 9988.

You will receive a reply text with your current application status. This works on all Pakistani mobile networks.

What the status messages mean

  • Application received / Under process: your application has been accepted and is going through verification — security checks, biometric validation and document review. This is the longest stage and typically takes the most time.
  • Sent for printing / Printing: all checks are complete and your passport has been forwarded to the printing facility in Islamabad.
  • Printed: the booklet is printed and waiting to be dispatched.
  • Dispatched: your passport has been sent to the passport office or embassy where you applied. Check your SMS for delivery details.
  • Ready for collection: your passport is waiting. Bring your original receipt and your CNIC to collect it.

If your status looks stuck

A status that has not moved for weeks is usually a paperwork issue, not a lost application. Common causes include a mismatch between your CNIC details and your passport application data, which can trigger a temporary hold during verification.

  • Re-enter your details carefully. A small typo in the token or CNIC number can show a blank or incorrect result rather than an error message telling you what went wrong.
  • Contact the DGIP helpline: 051-111-344-777 within Pakistan, or +92-51-111-344-777 from abroad.
  • Visit the office where you applied with your original receipt — staff can check your specific case and tell you exactly what is causing the delay.
  • Keep your token number private. Only enter it on official DGIP or embassy websites, or send it to the official SMS number. Never share it on social media or with strangers.

How long does it take?

As a rough guide: normal applications take a few weeks within Pakistan, urgent applications about a week, and fast-track applications a couple of working days. Applications made at embassies abroad take longer — typically several weeks. Peak seasons such as summer holidays, Eid and Hajj add extra delays, so apply well before any planned travel.

Frequently asked questions

Can I track my passport from outside Pakistan? Yes. The DGIP tracking portal is accessible worldwide. You can also contact the embassy or consulate where you applied, quoting your receipt number.

What is the token number? It is the unique reference printed on the receipt you received when you submitted your application — your key to every tracking method.

The SMS service is not replying. What now? Make sure you sent only the token number with no spaces, from a Pakistani SIM. If it still fails, use the online portal instead.

Can I renew my passport online? Yes — DGIP allows renewals to be initiated online before you visit an office to complete biometrics and verification in person, which can save time at the counter.

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