The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has revised its guidelines for modifying the date of birth on the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP), aiming to enhance clarity and accessibility for overseas applicants.
Application Methods
- Overseas Pakistanis can initiate the age modification process through the following channels:
- Pak Identity Mobile App: Submit applications online and receive the updated NICOP at your doorstep.
- NADRA Registration Centers (NRCs): Visit the nearest NRC for in-person assistance.
- Pakistani Embassies or Consulates: Apply through diplomatic missions in your country of residence.
Fee Structure
Age Modification Criteria
NADRA permits age adjustments under specific conditions, each requiring particular documentation:
- Unnatural Age Gap with Siblings (Less than 7 Months): A change of up to one year (366 days) is allowed without any supporting documents.
- Age Adjustment up to 1 Year (366 Days): Permitted upon submission of an inland or foreign birth certificate.
- Second-Time Change (Up to 366 Days): Allowed only once, requiring a Pakistani or foreign passport, resident permit, or Matric Certificate.
- Initial Age Modification (Up to 5 Years): Also allowed only once, necessitating one of the following: a Pakistani passport, Matric Certificate, a recent mark sheet (issued within the last three years), or a service book.
For detailed information and to apply online, please visit the official NADRA website: [www.nadra.gov.pk](https://www.nadra.gov.pk/).
