Pakistan’s passport is getting a beautiful makeover that celebrates the nation’s heritage.
The country is set to launch a completely redesigned passport that will showcase iconic buildings and historic landmarks from all its provinces, giving travelers a pocket-sized tour of Pakistan’s rich cultural diversity every time they flip through their travel document.
The new passport design isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s about representing Pakistan’s identity. The visa pages will be adorned with stunning images of historic landmarks from across the nation, featuring architectural treasures from Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir.
This means that everything, from ancient forts and Mughal monuments to modern architectural marvels, will be represented, celebrating the country’s diverse history and architectural heritage.
But the changes aren’t purely visual. The updated passport will also include a significant social reform: the mother’s name will now appear alongside the father’s name in the personal information section.
This marks a significant step toward achieving gender equality and recognizing mothers’ identities in official documentation. For years, women’s advocates have pushed for this change, arguing that only listing fathers’ names essentially erases mothers from their children’s official identities.
These updates serve multiple purposes. They modernize Pakistan’s passport to bring it in line with contemporary design standards, promote national pride by showcasing what makes Pakistan unique, and strengthen cultural identity both for Pakistanis themselves and for immigration officers worldwide who will see these beautiful landmarks.
When the new passports are issued, every Pakistani traveler will carry a small piece of their nation’s heritage with them, making their passport not just a travel document but a statement of national pride.
