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Steps to get started
- Start at NADRA’s official website and follow its link to PakID or centre-based services. Check that renewal is available for your card type and circumstances.
- Review the information on your current card. If your name, address or other particulars need changing, ask whether to select modification instead of a simple renewal.
- Use the official checklist for photographs, identity information, biometrics and any supporting documents. Requirements can depend on the application; a checklist shared on social media may be out of date.
- Review the complete application before paying through the official method. Save your reference and receipt. Follow status updates through the official service and respond to requests for further information there.
Before you apply
A renewal submission is not a promise of approval or delivery by a particular day. Confirm current charges and timing directly with NADRA.
Official sources
Frequently asked questions
Can I renew my CNIC through PakID?
NADRA lists CNIC renewal among PakID services. Check the current eligibility and document requirements for your own application.
Is renewal the same as replacing a lost CNIC?
No. A lost card may require the reprint or lost-card category. Confirm the correct category before paying.
Related guides
- How to apply for your first CNIC in Pakistan
- How to check CNIC and NADRA details safely
- Lost CNIC or passport: reporting and avoiding scams