NADRA Family Registration Certificate fee update in Nov 2024
The Family Registration Certificate (FRC), issued by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), is a crucial document that provides information about all family members. This certificate is essential for Pakistani citizens. As it ensures that their details are accurately recorded with NADRA and allows them to obtain further documentation from the authorities.
Categories for Obtaining a Family Registration Certificate (FRC)
Citizens can obtain the FRC from the authority in three different categories: birth, marriage, or adoption.
- In the Birth category, the National Database Registration Authority is certificated. It will list all members of a citizen’s family including the details of parents and siblings.
- Another way citizens can obtain the FRC is by marriage. In which the certificate will list the family including the details of the citizen’s spouse and children.
- The third option is by adoption which will show the family’s details including the details of the guardian of the adopted person.
Eligibility Criteria
It is noteworthy here that those who do not have the NADRA-issued 13-digit ID number, will not be included in the Family Registration Certificate. Citizens of Pakistan can either apply for the certification by visiting the NADRA Registration Center (NRC) or through the Pak-Identity website.
Pakistanis leaving overseas will need to visit the relevant mission office abroad to obtain the Family Registration Certificate. NADRA, just like its other essential certificates, charges a fixed amount for the issuance of the FRC. The fee for the issuance of the document remains unchanged at Rs1,000 in November 2024.
How to Apply for FRC
To apply for an FRC, Pakistani nationals can visit their nearest NADRA Registration Center (NRC) or apply through the Pak-Identity website. Overseas Pakistanis can also obtain an FRC by visiting the relevant mission office abroad.
The fee for obtaining an FRC remains unchanged in November 2024, at Rs1,000. This fee is applicable for the issuance of the identity document. For those seeking more information, NADRA’s official website provides detailed guidelines and requirements for obtaining an FRC.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the NADRA Family Registration Certificate (FRC) is an essential document for Pakistani citizens, providing official verification of family relationships. With options to apply under the categories of birth, marriage, or adoption. The FRC helps ensure accurate family records in NADRA’s database. Applicants can conveniently apply through local NRCs, the Pak-Identity website, or relevant overseas mission offices. The unchanged fee of Rs1,000 in November 2024 makes this service accessible to citizens needing this critical documentation. For additional details, citizens can consult NADRA’s website, which offers comprehensive guidance on the FRC application process.