NADRA Offers Special Facility to Obtain CNIC Without Birth Certificate Until December 31, 2026
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a special facility allowing eligible citizens to obtain Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs) without a birth certificate until December 31, 2026.
According to a statement issued by NADRA, women aged above 18 who have not been registered due to the absence of a birth certificate can benefit from the facility by fulfilling certain additional requirements.
Facility for Unmarried and Married Women
Married women must possess a computerised marriage certificate (Nikahnama) issued by their Union Council. They are required to visit a NADRA registration centre along with their husband and either their father or mother, provided they hold a CNIC or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP), for biometric verification.
If the father, mother or husband has passed away but their record is available with NADRA, the application may still be accepted after the applicant provides satisfactory answers to certain questions at the registration centre.
For unmarried women aged above 18, the requirements relating to a husband will not apply.
Special Facility for Men
NADRA has also announced a special provision for men aged above 24 who have never obtained a CNIC.
Such applicants must have at least one parent and one sibling (brother or sister) registered with NADRA and holding a CNIC or NICOP. They must visit a NADRA registration centre accompanied by their father or mother.
If both parents have passed away, the applicant must visit the centre accompanied by a brother or sister who holds a valid CNIC or NICOP.
No Changes to Key Personal Details After Registration
NADRA has clarified that parents’ details, the applicant’s date of birth and place of birth will be recorded according to the information provided during the CNIC application process.
The authority has further warned that these particulars cannot be changed for the applicant’s entire lifetime.
The special facility will remain available until December 31, 2026.
