NADRA updates CNIC renewal via Pak ID app

NADRA updates CNIC renewal via Pak ID app

November, 30 2025

(Web Desk) The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has issued updates for citizens seeking to renew their CNICs through the Pak ID mobile app. Applications submitted via the app will result in delivery of updated CNICs directly to applicants’ homes.

NADRA also warned citizens about a fraudulent website, idcardtracking.online, which is impersonating the authority. The agency advised against using agents or third-party services for identity-related services, especially for overseas Pakistanis.

The authority confirmed it has lodged a complaint with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency to investigate the matter. NADRA emphasized that the website, operating under the name “NADRA Card Centre,” is not affiliated with the organization and is involved in deceiving expatriates, particularly those in the United Kingdom. Citizens are urged to use only the official Pak ID app for CNIC services.

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It is pertinent to remember that NADRA has launched several advance facilities for providing better services to Pakistani citizens. NADRA introduces also launched the home-delivery biker service in major cities to facilitate the citizens.

Meanwhile, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) will soon install self-service kiosks across Pakistan to simplify the renewal and re-issuance of Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs).

NADRA also issued advisory for Pakistani citizens to cancel the CNICs of deceased family members to avoid of deceased family members to prevent misuse. The authority advised families to visit the nearest NADRA centre or use the Pak ID mobile app to update their family records.

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NADRA also directed married citizens to update their marital status to avoid legal trouble.

NADRA also advised citizens to collect their Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs) promptly after issuance.

In the advisory, NADRA warned that identity cards remaining uncollected for more than three months are disposed of in accordance with policy. Citizens who fail to collect their CNICs must submit a new application and pay the prescribed fee to have the card reissued.

Authorities urged applicants to collect their CNICs from the NADRA office as soon as the processing period is complete to avoid inconvenience.