Web desk: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has issued new guidelines for citizens seeking to update the residential address on their National Identity Card (CNIC).
According to a NADRA spokesperson, the process for changing an address has been simplified to help people keep their records accurate and up to date.
The spokesperson stated that applicants must provide valid proof of residence to complete the update.
For address verification, electricity, gas or water bills registered under the applicant, spouse, or parents will be accepted.
NADRA officials stated that citizens can visit any nearby registration centre with the required documents, where staff will assist them throughout the entire address-update process.
The authority added that the procedure has been streamlined to be faster and more transparent. This helps people ensure that citizens face no delays or inconvenience.
Additionally, a domicile certificate, property ownership documents, a housing society allotment letter or a verified rent agreement can also be submitted as evidence.
NADRA has advised citizens to visit any of its nearest registration centres nationwide with the required documents. At these centres, the staff will guide them through the address change procedure.
NADRA announces another mega centre
Previously, the NADRA announced the establishment of a sixth mega centre in Karachi’s Malir district.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between NADRA and the Town Municipal Corporation (TMC) of Model Colony for the establishment of a new registration centre in Malir’s Model Colony on a half-acre site.
The modern mega centre is expected to serve at least six million residents from Korangi and Malir under a single roof.
It is expected to cater to more than 3,000 citizens daily as it will be equipped with over 30 service counters.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Zafar Ahmed Khan stated that the half-acre land has been allocated for the project. And that it is expected to be operational within eight months.
The centre will provide CNIC issuance, Bay Forms, arms licenses, and other essential services.
Meanwhile, NADRA Director General, Regional Head Office, Aamir Ali Khan, described the project as an important milestone in enhancing civic services.
He said the Model Colony mega centre will be NADRA’s sixth major facility in Karachi and is expected to be fully functional within a year.
Khan also highlighted the challenges of the digital era, noting that while technology and artificial intelligence have streamlined services, they have also increased the risk of cybercrime.
He assured that NADRA has implemented all necessary security measures to safeguard its data against threats and breaches in line with modern standards.
