NADRA Identity Card Using the Pak ID App
NADRA Identity Card Using the Pak ID App. The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced the Pak ID app for the convenience of citizens, through which you can make any changes or amendments to your National Identity Card (CNIC), NICOP for overseas Pakistanis, or POC online from the comfort of your home.
This facility is especially beneficial for those who:
- Are living abroad
- Want to avoid a long line
- Want to easily change address, name, marital status, or photo, etc., in the ID card
Editable Information
With the Pak ID App, you can change the following:
- Name
- Father/Husband’s Name
- Photograph
- Signature
- Address
- Marital Status
- Family Inclusion/Exclusion
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Step-by-Step Complete Procedure
1. Download the app and log in
- Install the Pak ID App from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store
- Create a new account or log in with your existing NADRA ID
- Complete verification via OTP (One-Time Password)
2. Select the service
- After logging in, click “Apply Now.”
- Your Select CNIC:
- CNIC (Pakistani Citizen)
- NICOP (Overseas Pakistani)
- POC (Overseas Pakistani)
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3. Start Modify/Update Application
- Select the option of “Modification” or “Update”
- Select the fields that need to be changed (e.g., name, address, photo, etc.)
4. Enter the required information
- Enter the new data (in Urdu and English)
- Fill all the fields correctly and completely
- Upload a clear photo and signature in the app
- For convenience, the photo should be of the ICAO standard
5. Upload documents
- Depending on the change, the following documents may be required:
- Marriage certificate (for marital status)
- Electricity/Gas bill or rent bill (for change of address)
- Birth certificate or educational certificates (for change of name)
- Copy of old CNIC or NICOP
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6. Biometric verification
- Fingerprint Scans in the app Upload
- If unable to do so yourself, verification can also be done through a close relative or witness
- Biometric verification of an Attester (person present in Pakistan) is required for overseas individuals
7. Verification and Payment
- After submitting complete information, your application is verified
- Pay the application fee after verification (debit/credit card or bank transfer)
- The fee depends on your application and card type
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8. Application Processing
- The application is processed by NADRA
- Typical processing time:
- In Pakistan: 7 to 10 days
- Abroad: 5 to 7 days
9. Card Delivery
- Your new CNIC has been sent to the address you provided by courier
- Status can be checked through the Track ID
Important Instructions
- The photograph should be clear, recent, and with a white background
- For fingerprints, use the form directed by NADRA. Do
- Enter the information completely correctly; in case of incorrect information, the application may be rejected
- If there is any error in the application, contact the NADRA helpline or email
Useful tips
Tips Explanation
- Photo passport size, white background, normal face, without glasses
- Scan the signature on the mobile screen or paper
- Attestation: Biometric verification is possible through a relative or friend
- Payment is possible only after verification; fees may vary
- “Urgent” option is also available for time-efficient processing
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Conclusion
Pak ID App has made the process of modifying or renewing the identity card very easy and transparent. Now, citizens can update their identity cards from home, without any queues or hassle. This is a revolutionary facility, especially for overseas Pakistanis.
If you are facing any specific issue like changing address, updating photo, or correcting marital status, then let me know directly. I can guide you step by step.
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