NADRA charges PKR 0 to PKR 2,500 for domestic identity documents and USD 20 to USD 300 for overseas documents, depending on the document type and processing speed. Every NADRA identity document inlcuding CNIC, Smart NIC, CRC (B-Form), FRC, NICOP, and POC is available in up to three processing categories: Normal (cheapest, longest), Urgent (mid-tier), and Executive (fastest, most expensive). A new first-time CNIC is free of charge. CRC/B-Form costs PKR 50 (Normal) or PKR 500 (Executive). Smart NICOP ranges from USD 20 to USD 75 depending on zone and priority. All Nadra fee below are verified against NADRA’s official fee schedule.
Which NADRA Document Do You Need?
Before checking fees, confirm which document applies to your situation. Applying for the wrong one means paying twice.
| Your Situation | Document You Need | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistani citizen aged 18+, living in Pakistan | Smart NIC (CNIC) | CNIC guide |
| Pakistani citizen under 18 | CRC / B-Form | B-Form guide |
| Child aged 10–18 needing a physical photo ID card | Juvenile Card | Juvenile Card guide |
| Pakistani citizen living abroad | Smart NICOP | NICOP guide |
| Foreign national of Pakistani origin | Smart POC | POC guide |
| Family composition record (for visa, inheritance, legal) | FRC | FRC guide |
| Birth record for a child | Birth Certificate | Birth Certificate guide |
Note: The traditional CNIC (non-chip) has been phased out. All new applications receive a Smart NIC by default. The term “CNIC” in fee tables below refers to the older card type still held by some citizens for renewal or modification.
CNIC Fee Structure (Domestic — Traditional Card)
The traditional CNIC is the older identity card without a chip. NADRA still processes renewals, modifications, and duplicates for existing holders.
First-time CNIC issuance is free of charge.
| Service Type | Normal | Urgent | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| New CNIC | Free (PKR 0) — 15 days | PKR 1,150 — 12 days | PKR 2,150 — 6 days |
| Modification | PKR 400 — 15 days | PKR 1,150 — 12 days | PKR 2,150 — 6 days |
| Duplicate | PKR 400 — 15 days | PKR 1,150 — 12 days | PKR 2,150 — 6 days |
| Renewal | PKR 400 — 15 days | PKR 1,150 — 12 days | PKR 2,150 — 6 days |
Processing timelines begin after fee payment is confirmed, not at the time of application submission.
Smart NIC Fee Structure (Domestic — Chip-Based Card)
The Smart NIC is the current standard identity card issued by NADRA. It contains an embedded microchip that stores biometric data and is issued to all Pakistani citizens aged 18 and above living within Pakistan.
Smart NIC processing takes longer than the older CNIC because chip-based cards require additional manufacturing steps.
| Service Type | Normal | Urgent | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Smart NIC | PKR 750 — 31 days | PKR 1,500 — 23 days | PKR 2,500 — 9 days |
| Modification | PKR 750 — 31 days | PKR 1,500 — 23 days | PKR 2,500 — 9 days |
| Duplicate | PKR 750 — 31 days | PKR 1,500 — 23 days | PKR 2,500 — 9 days |
| Renewal | PKR 750 — 31 days | PKR 1,500 — 23 days | PKR 2,500 — 9 days |
The fee is the same whether the Smart NIC is being issued for the first time, modified, duplicated, or renewed — the only variable is the processing speed.
When to choose which tier:
- Normal is suitable when your current card is still valid and you are applying well in advance of expiry
- Urgent is suitable when you need the card within three weeks for travel or banking purposes
- Executive is suitable when you need the card within 10 days, typically for urgent passport, visa, or legal requirements
CRC / B-Form Fee Structure (Children Under 18)
The Child Registration Certificate (CRC), commonly called the B-Form, is issued to Pakistani children under 18 years of age. CRC does not have an Urgent processing category — only Normal and Executive are available.
The fee is the same for new issuance, duplicate issuance, and modification.
| Service Type | Normal | Executive |
|---|---|---|
| New CRC | PKR 50 — 7 days | PKR 500 — 1 day |
| Duplicate CRC | PKR 50 — 7 days | PKR 500 — 1 day |
| CRC Modification | PKR 50 — 7 days | PKR 500 — 1 day |
CRC is the most affordable NADRA identity document. Executive processing is recommended when the B-Form is needed urgently for passport issuance or school admission deadlines.
For the full application process, required documents, biometric requirements, and tracking, see the complete B-Form NADRA guide.
FRC Fee Structure (Family Registration Certificate)
The Family Registration Certificate records the family composition of a registered citizen and is commonly required for visa applications, inheritance proceedings, and legal documentation.
FRC is available in Executive processing only. There is no Normal or Urgent category.
| FRC Type | Executive |
|---|---|
| Alpha / Beta / Gama family | PKR 1,000 — 1 day |
| Both (complete family record) | PKR 2,000 — 1 day |
“Alpha” refers to the primary family unit (spouse and children by marriage). “Beta” refers to the parental family (parents and siblings). “Gama” refers to guardian and adopted family members. “Both” combines Alpha and Beta records into a single comprehensive certificate.
For the full FRC guide, see Family Registration Certificate (FRC).
Smart NICOP Fee Structure (Overseas Pakistanis)
The National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) is issued to Pakistani citizens living abroad. It allows visa-free entry into Pakistan and is required for property ownership, banking, and consular services. Fees are charged in USD and vary by geographic zone.
Zone A — USA, Europe, and Other Countries
| Service Type | Normal (31 days) | Urgent (23 days) | Executive (9 days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Smart NICOP | USD 39 | USD 57 | USD 75 |
| Modification | USD 39 | USD 57 | USD 75 |
| Duplicate | USD 39 | USD 57 | USD 75 |
| Renewal | USD 39 | USD 57 | USD 75 |
Zone B — Middle East, Africa, and Other Countries
| Service Type | Normal (31 days) | Urgent (23 days) | Executive (9 days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Smart NICOP | USD 20 | USD 30 | USD 40 |
| Modification | USD 20 | USD 30 | USD 40 |
| Duplicate | USD 20 | USD 30 | USD 40 |
| Renewal | USD 20 | USD 30 | USD 40 |
If applying from within Pakistan, the fee may be paid in PKR at the official conversion rate applicable on the application date.
For the full NICOP guide, see NICOP Card Pakistan.
Smart POC Fee Structure (Pakistan Origin Card)
The Pakistan Origin Card (POC) is issued to foreign nationals of Pakistani origin including former Pakistani citizens and spouses of Pakistani nationals. POC allows visa-free travel to Pakistan and limited property and banking rights.
| Service Type | Normal (31 days) | Urgent (23 days) | Executive (9 days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New POC | USD 150 | USD 200 | USD 250 |
| Modification | USD 200 | USD 250 | USD 300 |
| Duplicate | USD 200 | USD 250 | USD 300 |
| Renewal | USD 150 | USD 200 | USD 250 |
POC modification and duplicate fees are higher than new issuance fees — unlike most other NADRA documents where all service types share the same fee.
For the full POC guide, see Pakistan Origin Card (POC).
Cancellation Fees
NADRA processes cancellations for identity documents in cases of death, duplication, divorce, or nationality surrender.
| Document | Reason | Fee | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNIC / CRC | Death | Free (PKR 0) | 1 day |
| NICOP | Death | Free (USD 0) | 1 day |
| POC | Death | USD 25 | 2 days (Executive) |
| POC | Divorce | USD 25 | 2 days (Executive) |
| NICOP / CNIC / CRC | Nationality Surrender | USD 15 | 2 days (Executive) |
| POC | Nationality Surrender | USD 15 | 2 days (Executive) |
Cancellation due to death is free of charge for CNIC, CRC, and NICOP.
Age Modification Fees
Correcting the date of birth on a NADRA identity card requires a separate fee that increases based on the extent of the age change. A second-time age modification incurs a significantly higher fee.
| Age Change | Inland (PKR) | Abroad (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1 year | PKR 1,000 | USD 15 |
| More than 1 year, up to 2 years | PKR 2,000 | USD 25 |
| More than 2 years, up to 3 years | PKR 3,000 | USD 40 |
| More than 3 years | PKR 5,000 | USD 65 |
| Second-time age change | PKR 10,000 | USD 125 |
Age modification requires supporting documentary evidence (school records, birth certificate, affidavit). The birth certificate issued by the Union Council must be corrected first before NADRA updates the identity record.
Clearance of Multiple / Duplicate Identity Cards
If a citizen holds more than one identity card (due to duplicate records or different particulars), clearance is required before new documents can be issued.
Inland (Pakistan)
| Record Type | Normal | Executive |
|---|---|---|
| Similar particulars or slight difference | PKR 1,000 | PKR 20,000 |
| Different particulars | PKR 10,000 | PKR 20,000 |
Abroad
| Record Type | Zone A | Zone B |
|---|---|---|
| Similar particulars or slight difference | USD 10 | USD 10 |
| Different particulars — Normal | USD 250 | USD 120 |
| Different particulars — Executive | USD 500 | USD 200 |
For international clearance, applicants must submit an affidavit and fee receipt via email to [email protected].
Bank Details for Fee Deposit (International):
- Bank: Bank Limited
- Branch: Foreign Office Branch, Islamabad
- IBAN: PK45 HABB 0004 6000 5101 0801
- Swift Code: HABBPKKA
Non-Printable Field Updates
Updating information stored in NADRA’s database that does not appear on the physical card (such as address, phone number, or secondary contact details) is handled separately.
| Application Method | Fee | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| CNIC / NICOP via NRC | PKR 100 | 2 days |
| CNIC / NICOP via Pak-ID Mobile App | USD 5 | 2 days |
| POC | USD 30 | 2 days |
Succession Certificate Fees
NADRA issues succession certificates for asset distribution after the death of a registered citizen. Fees depend on the value of the estate.
| Service | Assets ≥ PKR 100,000 | Assets < PKR 100,000 |
|---|---|---|
| New / Fresh Application | PKR 20,000 (PKR 22,000 in Sindh) | PKR 10,000 |
| Duplicate Application | PKR 5,000 | PKR 5,000 |
| Amended Application | PKR 5,000 | PKR 5,000 |
| Decline on Processed Application | PKR 15,000 | PKR 15,000 |
| Office Mistake | Free of Cost | Free of Cost |
Delivery Charges
Physical identity cards are delivered via courier within Pakistan or through designated delivery channels abroad.
| Destination | Delivery Fee |
|---|---|
| Within Pakistan | PKR 165 |
| Abroad | Varies by country |
Delivery charges are separate from processing fees. Collection in person from the NADRA Registration Center has no delivery charge.
Validity Periods
Each NADRA identity document has a defined validity period. Expired documents must be renewed before they can be used for official purposes.
| Document | Validity Period |
|---|---|
| CNIC / Smart NIC / NICOP (Adults) | 10 years |
| Smart NICOP (Minors above 14 years) | 10 years |
| Smart NICOP (Minors below 14 years) | 10 years or until age 18, whichever comes first |
| Juvenile Card | Until age 10 or age 18 |
| CRC / B-Form | Until age 3, 10, or 18 (staged expiry with renewal at each milestone) |
| Smart POC (Ex-Pakistani, Parents-based, FPO family) | 7 years |
| Smart POC (Spouse-based) | 5 years |
Payment Methods
NADRA accepts the following payment methods depending on the application channel:
At NADRA Registration Centers (NRC):
- Cash payment
Via Pak-ID Mobile App / Pak Identity Website:
- Credit card
- Debit card
- Mobile wallets (JazzCash, Easypaisa)
- E-payment franchise services
For International Applicants:
- Fee may be paid in PKR at the official conversion rate applicable on the application date
- Bank transfer (for duplicate clearance and specific services — see bank details in Clearance section)
Important: Processing timelines for all documents begin only after fee payment is confirmed, not at the time of application submission.
Quick Fee Comparison — All Documents at a Glance
For quick reference, here is every NADRA identity document with its lowest and highest fee:
| Document | Cheapest Option | Most Expensive Option | Urgent Available? |
|---|---|---|---|
| New CNIC | Free (PKR 0) — 15 days | PKR 2,150 — 6 days | Yes |
| Smart NIC (New/Renewal/Mod/Dup) | PKR 750 — 31 days | PKR 2,500 — 9 days | Yes |
| CRC / B-Form (New/Dup/Mod) | PKR 50 — 7 days | PKR 500 — 1 day | No |
| FRC | PKR 1,000 — 1 day | PKR 2,000 — 1 day | No |
| Smart NICOP Zone A | USD 39 — 31 days | USD 75 — 9 days | Yes |
| Smart NICOP Zone B | USD 20 — 31 days | USD 40 — 9 days | Yes |
| Smart POC (New) | USD 150 — 31 days | USD 250 — 9 days | Yes |
| Juvenile Card | Same as CRC | Same as CRC | No |
Contact NADRA
For questions about fees, processing times, or application status:
- Mobile: 1777
- Landline: +92 51 111 786 100
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.nadra.gov.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a new CNIC cost in Pakistan?
A first-time CNIC is free of charge under Normal processing (15 days). Urgent processing costs PKR 1,150 (12 days) and Executive costs PKR 2,150 (6 days).
What is the fee for Smart NIC in 2026?
The Smart NIC fee is PKR 750 for Normal (31 days), PKR 1,500 for Urgent (23 days), and PKR 2,500 for Executive (9 days). This applies to new, modification, duplicate, and renewal applications.
What is the NADRA B-Form fee?
The B-Form (CRC) fee is PKR 50 for Normal processing (7 days) and PKR 500 for Executive processing (1 day). The same fee applies for new issuance, duplicate, and modification. There is no Urgent category for CRC.
How much does NICOP cost for overseas Pakistanis?
NICOP fees depend on location. Zone A (USA, Europe): USD 39 (Normal) to USD 75 (Executive). Zone B (Middle East, Africa): USD 20 (Normal) to USD 40 (Executive).
What is the FRC fee?
FRC is available in Executive processing only. Alpha/Beta/Gama family costs PKR 1,000. Both (complete record) costs PKR 2,000. Processing takes 1 day.
How much is the delivery charge for NADRA cards?
Delivery within Pakistan costs PKR 165. International delivery charges vary by country. Collection in person from NRC is free.
Does NADRA charge for CNIC cancellation after death?
No. CNIC and CRC cancellation due to death is free of charge and processed within 1 day.
Can I pay NADRA fees online?
Yes. Through the Pak-ID mobile app or Pak Identity website, you can pay via credit card, debit card, or mobile wallets such as JazzCash and Easypaisa.
When does the processing timeline start?
Processing timelines for all NADRA documents begin after fee payment is confirmed, not at the time of application submission.
How long is a Smart NIC valid?
Smart NIC / CNIC and NICOP for adults are valid for 10 years. CRC (B-Form) expires at age 3, 10, and 18. Smart POC is valid for 5–7 years depending on the basis of issuance.