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Passport requirements for married women Pakistan 2026 . Introduction Applying for a passport as a married woman in Pakistan has historically been a confusing process. Do you have to change your CNIC? Does your husband's name must appear on the booklet? As of February 2026 , the rules have become much more flexible thanks to recent court rulings and digital upgrades at the Directorate General of Immigration & Passports (DGI&P) . In this "Resolved Method" guide, we explain the step-by-step process for married women to get their passports without the headache. The 2026 "Name Policy" Update The most important update for 2026 is the choice of parental vs. marital identity: The Choice: According to the landmark Lahore High Court ruling, a married woman is not legally bound to change her father's name to her husband's name on her CNIC or Passport. Consistency is Key: Your Passport data must match your NADRA CNIC data. If your CNIC says "Daugh...