The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports (DGIP) will begin including mothers’ names on all newly issued Pakistani passports, officials have confirmed.

 

 

Director-General Mustafa Jamal Kazi stated that the update is intended to align Pakistan’s travel documents with international standards and address challenges faced by citizens, particularly single mothers.

 

 

At present, only the father’s name is included on national identity cards and passports. Authorities note that this has caused legal and administrative difficulties, especially in cases where the father is unavailable, deceased, or estranged. Single mothers have particularly faced obstacles in proving guardianship while travelling or handling official matters.

 

 

Kazi pointed out that many developed countries already include both parents' names on travel documents, making interactions with immigration and legal systems easier. He emphasised that the new policy aims to support Pakistani citizens encountering similar issues.

 

 

This change will apply only to passports issued after the policy takes effect. Existing passports will remain valid until their stated expiration dates.