LAHORE – In Pakistan, it is mandatory for all citizens to apply for the Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) upon reaching the age of 18.
Eligible individuals can visit any nearby office of the National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) with the necessary documents to apply for their ID card.
The CNIC is essential for obtaining various documents, including licenses, NTN, bank accounts, passports, and mobile connections. All Pakistani citizens aged 18 and above are eligible for a National Identity Card.
The ID card is directly linked to healthcare by connecting medical records and plays a crucial role in education by verifying identities for school admissions. It is also necessary for acquiring SIM cards.
Nadra Smart CNIC Fee in Lahore, Rawalpindi
NADRA, operating under the Ministry of Interior, charges a fee for issuing identity documents to applicants. The authority provides three application categories, each with different processing times.
As of November 2024, the standard fee for a New Smart National Identity Card in Lahore and Rawalpindi is Rs750. For urgent processing, the fee is Rs1,500, while the executive category costs Rs2,500. This fee structure is consistent across other cities in Pakistan as well.
| Categories/Type | Normal | Urgent | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| – | – | – | – |
| Smart NIC | 750 | 1,500 | 2,500
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Applicants must bring a birth certificate or matriculation result card, along with a copy of a family member’s CNIC, when applying for the ID card.
