The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced that the fee structure for Computerized National Identity Cards (CNIC) and Child Registration Certificates (B-Form) will remain unchanged as of January 2025.These documents are essential for Pakistani citizens, facilitating access to services such as obtaining a driving license, opening a bank account, acquiring a passport, and securing a mobile phone connection.
As of January 2025, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has maintained the existing fee structure for Computerized National Identity Cards (CNIC) and Child Registration Certificates (B-Form).
CNIC Fee Structure:
- Standard (30 days): PKR 750
- Urgent (12 days): PKR 1,500
- Executive (7 days): PKR 2,500
These fees apply to new issuances, modifications, duplicates, and renewals of Smart National Identity Cards.
B-Form (Child Registration Certificate) Fee Structure:
- Standard Processing: PKR 50
- Executive Service: PKR 500
The B-Form is essential for registering a child’s birth in NADRA’s system.
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Table of Contents
CNIC Fee Structure
The CNIC is mandatory for all Pakistani citizens aged 18 and above.
NADRA offers three processing categories for the Smart National Identity Card:
Processing Category | Fee (PKR) | Processing Time |
Normal | 750 | 30 days |
Urgent | 1,500 | 15 days |
Executive | 2,500 | 7 days |
Applicants are required to provide a birth certificate or matriculation result card, along with a copy of a family member’s CNIC.
B-Form Fee Structure
The B-Form, also known as the Child Registration Certificate, is crucial for registering minors in Pakistan’s national database.
The fee structure is as follows:
Processing Category | Fee (PKR) | Processing Time |
Normal | 50 | 7 days |
Executive | 500 | 3 days |
To apply for the B-Form, parents must provide a computerized birth certificate issued by the relevant Union Council.
At least one parent is required to have a valid National Identity Card (NIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP).
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Enhanced Security Features for B-Form
Starting January 15, 2025, NADRA will introduce enhanced security features for the B-Form for children aged 10 and above.
- The new forms will incorporate thumb impressions and photographs to prevent identity misuse.
- Parents or legal guardians should ensure the creation of a new B-Form with the child’s fingerprints and photograph.
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Conclusion
NADRA’s decision to maintain the current fee structure for CNICs and B-Forms, along with the introduction of enhanced security features, reflects its commitment to providing accessible and secure identity registration services for Pakistani citizens.
These measures aim to streamline the registration process and ensure the integrity of citizens’ identities.
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FAQs
What is the fee for a new Smart National Identity Card?
The fee is PKR 750 for normal processing, PKR 1,500 for urgent processing, and PKR 2,500 for executive processing.
How long does it take to process a CNIC?
Normal processing takes 30 days, urgent processing takes 15 days, and executive processing takes 7 days.
What documents are required to apply for a CNIC?
Applicants need to provide a birth certificate or matriculation result card, along with a copy of a family member’s CNIC.
What is the fee for obtaining a B-Form?
The fee is PKR 50 for normal processing and PKR 500 for executive processing.
What documents are required to apply for a B-Form?
Parents must provide a computerized birth certificate issued by the relevant Union Council and a valid NIC or NICOP of at least one parent.
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