In a major development, passport applicants in Pakistan and across the world have received excellent news. Officials have confirmed that the global backlog of passport applications has now been reduced to zero. This breakthrough brings relief to thousands of applicants who had been facing long delays in the past.
Recently, the Bangladesh High Commissioner to Pakistan, Iqbal Hussain, visited the Passport Headquarters. During his visit, he carefully reviewed different sections and observed the entire passport production process.
He was also briefed about the modern facilities being used in Pakistan’s passport system.
Director General of Passports, Mustafa Jamal Qazi, shared details of the latest technology being used to improve passport services. These include:
Such reforms have not only made the process faster but also more secure and convenient for applicants living inside and outside Pakistan.
The DG proudly announced that the department has achieved a major milestone by bringing the backlog of passports to zero worldwide. This means applicants will now receive their passports on time without unnecessary delays.
The Bangladeshi envoy appreciated the progress Pakistan has made in passport production. He especially praised the use of artificial intelligence and modern governance practices.
According to him, completing this task in such a short time reflects Pakistan’s strong commitment to digital solutions and citizen-friendly reforms.
This development is a ray of hope for all passport applicants. The combination of technology, administrative reforms, and a focus on overseas citizens shows that Pakistan is moving forward with modern solutions to make life easier for its people.