Overseas Pakistani: mukhtiarnama ab ghar baithe — digital Power of Attorney

Power of attorney for overseas Pakistanis. No more standing in embassy queues — digital power of attorney from the comfort of your home.

1. NADRA's Digital Portal

Applications are submitted online through a joint system of NADRA [National Database and Registration Authority] and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, via your chosen Pakistani embassy or consulate.

NADRA and Ministry of Foreign Affairs system — apply online through your chosen Pakistani mission.

2. Documents and Biometrics

Identity documents, the text of the power of attorney, the fingerprint form, and the fee are all submitted online.

Identity documents, text of the power of attorney, fingerprint form, and fee — everything is submitted online.

3. Video Interview

The consular officer then conducts an online video interview, after which your final consent is taken via email.

The consular officer conducts an online video interview, then your final consent is taken via email.

4. Caution: Keep Powers Limited

And the most important precaution: grant only the necessary powers in the power of attorney — the power to sell is a separate matter — and revoke it as soon as the work is completed.

Grant only the necessary powers in the power of attorney, and revoke it as soon as the work is completed.