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How to Change Permanent Address in NADRA Record – Complete Guide

Changing your permanent address in the NADRA record may be necessary when you permanently move to another city, district, village, town or province, or when the permanent address recorded on your CNIC is no longer correct.

NADRA treats address information as a demographic field. Its Services Charter explains that addresses can be updated when a change occurs. Address is also a printable field, so an approved address modification results in an updated identity card rather than simply changing an invisible database field.

For eligible CNIC modification cases, applicants can use NADRA's official PakID services where the required option is available, or visit a NADRA Registration Centre. NADRA's current CNIC information identifies PakID as its official mobile application for identity registration and tracking.

What Is a Permanent Address in the NADRA Record?

A permanent address is the residential address recorded as part of your identity information with NADRA.

It may contain information such as:

• House or property number

• Street or road

• Mohalla or locality

• Village or town

• Tehsil

• District

• Province

The exact fields available to an applicant depend on the current NADRA application system.

If your permanent residential information has changed, you should make sure that the address recorded on your identity document remains accurate.

Can You Change Your Permanent Address in NADRA?

Yes. Address information can be modified through the applicable NADRA identity-card modification process.

NADRA's Services Charter states that addresses can be updated as and when a change occurs. This means address information is not treated like certain fields that have a specific once-in-a-lifetime modification restriction.

However, the applicant must satisfy NADRA's current verification and documentation requirements.

Permanent Address vs Current Address

It is important to understand the difference between a permanent address and a current residential address.

A person may live temporarily in one city for employment, education or business while maintaining a different permanent residence. In another situation, a person may permanently move and want the new residence reflected in the identity record.

Before making a modification, carefully determine which address information you actually need to change.

Do not select or enter an address simply because it is convenient. Provide accurate information according to your actual circumstances and the information NADRA requires.

Is Permanent Address a Printable Field?

Address is treated by NADRA as a printable field.

A printable field is information that appears on the identity card. When such information is modified, a new identity card is issued with the updated information.

Therefore, changing the address is different from changing certain non-printable information such as a mobile phone number.

Can Permanent Address Be Changed Online?

NADRA provides CNIC modification services through its official PakID platform. Whether your particular permanent-address modification can be completed through the mobile application depends on the service and verification requirements presented for your application.

NADRA's official CNIC information identifies PakID as its mobile application for identity registration and tracking.

If the required address modification is not available for your case online, or NADRA requires physical verification, you may need to visit a NADRA Registration Centre.

How to Change Permanent Address Through PakID

If the relevant modification option is available in PakID for your case, the general process is as follows.

Step 1: Open the Official PakID App

Open NADRA's official PakID mobile application.

Avoid using unofficial applications or websites that claim to provide NADRA modification services.

Step 2: Log In to Your Account

Sign in using your registered PakID account.

If you do not already have an account, follow NADRA's current account-registration procedure.

Step 3: Select CNIC Modification

Open the CNIC services and select the applicable modification option.

Step 4: Review the Available Fields

Check the modification fields displayed by PakID.

Select the address information that needs to be changed.

Step 5: Enter the New Permanent Address

Enter the new address carefully.

Check every part of the address before moving to the next stage.

Step 6: Check Locality Information

Make sure the village, town, mohalla, street and other locality information is correct.

Step 7: Check Tehsil and District

Select or enter the correct tehsil and district according to the available fields.

Step 8: Check Province

Make sure the correct province is selected.

Step 9: Upload Supporting Documents

If PakID asks for supporting documents, upload the documents requested for your particular application.

Do not assume that the same document requirements apply to every address case.

Step 10: Complete Verification

Complete the verification steps displayed by PakID.

Depending on the application, NADRA may require additional verification.

Step 11: Review the Application

Before submission, carefully check:

• Name

• CNIC number

• Address

• District

• Province

• Supporting documents

• Other modified information

Step 12: Pay the Applicable Fee

Pay the applicable modification fee using an available NADRA payment method.

Step 13: Submit the Application

After completing the required information, verification and payment, submit the application.

Step 14: Save Your Tracking Information

Keep the tracking ID or other application information safely.

Step 15: Monitor Your Application

Use the PakID application inbox to check the status of the application.

NADRA's official contact page confirms that application status can be checked through the application inbox.

How to Change Permanent Address at a NADRA Centre

If you prefer to apply in person, or if NADRA requires physical verification, visit a NADRA Registration Centre.

The general process is:

1. Visit a NADRA Registration Centre.

2. Tell the representative that you want to modify your address.

3. Provide your CNIC information.

4. Provide any supporting documents requested by NADRA.

5. Complete the required biometric verification.

6. Provide the new address information.

7. Review the information entered into the system.

8. Confirm that the address is correct.

9. Select the applicable processing priority.

10. Pay the required fee.

11. Receive the relevant application or tracking information.

12. Track the application until completion.

13. Receive or collect the updated identity card according to the applicable delivery procedure.

The exact process can vary depending on the applicant's record and the type of modification.

Documents Required for Permanent Address Change

The exact supporting-document requirement can depend on the application.

Therefore, applicants should not rely on an unofficial list of documents. Instead, check the current requirements shown by PakID or confirm them with the NADRA Registration Centre before submitting the application.

Depending on the case, NADRA may ask for evidence or documentation supporting the requested change.

The important point is to provide genuine and valid information. Do not upload altered, misleading or unrelated documents.

NADRA Permanent Address Change Fee

Changing the permanent address is handled as a CNIC modification when the address on the identity card is being changed.

NADRA's current fee structure lists the following charges:

The current published processing timelines are:

These are NADRA's currently published modification fees and timelines. Applicants should check the official fee structure again before payment because fees and procedures may change.

Can You Pay the NADRA Modification Fee Online?

NADRA provides several payment methods.

Its official payment guidance currently lists:

• Credit card

• Debit card

• Raast

• eSahulat for eligible Smart NIC and FRC services

• Easypaisa for eligible Smart NIC and FRC services

• JazzCash for eligible Smart NIC and FRC services

Not every payment method is available for every NADRA service.

For PakID applications, NADRA explains that a Raast QR code can be generated from the application. The QR code is valid for 30 minutes.

How Long Does Permanent Address Change Take?

The processing time depends on the identity document and priority selected.

For CNIC modification, NADRA currently lists:

• Normal: 15 days

• Urgent: 12 days

• Executive: 6 days

For Smart CNIC modification:

• Normal: 31 days

• Urgent: 23 days

• Executive: 9 days

The official fee page states that the Normal, Urgent or Executive timeline starts after fee payment.

Additional verification or other circumstances may affect an individual application.

Will a New CNIC Be Issued?

Yes. Because address is information printed on the identity card, an approved address modification results in an updated identity card.

After receiving the new card, carefully check the printed address.

If you find an error, contact NADRA through its official support channels rather than ignoring the problem.

Can You Change Permanent Address More Than Once?

NADRA's Services Charter states that addresses can be updated as and when a change occurs.

Therefore, address information is not presented as a field with a once-in-a-lifetime modification limit.

If you move again in the future, you can follow the applicable NADRA modification process for the new address.

Can You Change Permanent Address After Moving to Another City?

Yes, a move to another city may require an address modification.

Enter the new information according to the fields provided by NADRA and provide any supporting documentation requested.

For example, if your permanent residence changes from one district to another, the relevant locality, tehsil and district information should be entered accurately.

Can You Change Permanent Address After Moving to Another Province?

A permanent move from one province to another can also require an address modification.

The important thing is to provide accurate residential information and follow NADRA's current verification requirements.

Do not assume that moving to another province automatically changes your NADRA record. The record should be formally updated through the applicable process.

What If the Address on Your CNIC Is Wrong?

If the address printed on your CNIC is incorrect, you can request an address modification.

Before submitting the application, compare the address you enter with your supporting information.

Pay particular attention to:

• House number

• Street

• Mohalla

• Village

• Town

• Tehsil

• District

• Province

A small spelling or locality error can create confusion in future identity-related transactions.

What If NADRA Rejects the Address Change?

If NADRA does not approve the requested modification, check the reason provided with the application or contact NADRA for guidance.

You can use NADRA's official support channels for queries and complaints.

NADRA currently lists 1777 for mobile users, +92 51 111 786 100 as its phone number and csd@nadra.gov.pk for complaints. Its contact page states that support timings are 24/7.

What If PakID Does Not Show the Address Option?

Do not try to force the application through an unrelated service.

If the required address modification option is unavailable, contact NADRA or visit a Registration Centre to determine the correct procedure for your record.

The availability of online services can depend on the type of application and verification requirements.

Important Tips Before Changing Permanent Address

Before submitting your permanent-address modification:

• Use only official NADRA channels.

• Check your CNIC number.

• Enter your actual permanent residential information.

• Check the house number.

• Check the street or locality.

• Check the village or town.

• Check the tehsil.

• Check the district.

• Check the province.

• Review all spelling carefully.

• Upload only requested documents.

• Do not submit false information.

• Pay the official fee.

• Save the tracking ID.

• Monitor the application status.

• Check the new CNIC after receiving it.

Difference Between Permanent Address and Mobile Number Update

Permanent address and mobile number are treated differently in NADRA's identity system.

Address is a printable field, so changing it results in an updated identity card.

A mobile number is a non-printable field and does not require a new identity card merely because the phone number has been changed.

This distinction is useful when determining whether a modification should result in a new card.

How to Track the Updated Address Application

If you apply through PakID, monitor the application through the application's inbox.

NADRA specifically states on its contact page that applicants can check their application status from the application inbox.

Keep your tracking details until the application has been completed and the updated identity card has been received.

What Should You Check on the New CNIC?

When the updated card arrives, check the printed information carefully.

Pay particular attention to:

• Your name

• CNIC number

• Father or husband name

• Date of birth

• Address

• Issue date

• Expiry date

If the address is not what you requested, contact NADRA promptly for clarification.

Final Words

Changing a permanent address in the NADRA record is handled through the applicable CNIC modification process. NADRA's current information confirms that address information can be updated when a change occurs, while its current fee structure provides separate modification fees and processing timelines for CNIC and Smart CNIC.

You can use the official PakID service where the relevant modification is available, or visit a NADRA Registration Centre when an in-person process is required. Always check the latest official requirements and fees before submitting an application.

Guide Information

Step-by-Step Process

1. Confirm that your permanent address needs to be changed.

2. Keep your current CNIC available.

3. Determine the correct new permanent address.

4. Check the complete house number.

5. Check the street or road name.

6. Check the mohalla or locality.

7. Check the village or town.

8. Check the tehsil.

9. Check the district.

10. Check the province.

11. Prepare any supporting documents requested by NADRA.

12. Open the official PakID application if using the online method.

13. Sign in to your PakID account.

14. Open the CNIC services section.

15. Select the applicable CNIC modification service.

16. Review the available modification fields.

17. Select the address information requiring modification.

18. Enter the new permanent address carefully.

19. Review every part of the address.

20. Upload the requested supporting documents.

21. Complete the verification process shown by PakID.

22. Review your personal information.

23. Check the new address again.

24. Correct any mistake before submission.

25. Select the available processing priority.

26. Check the current NADRA fee.

27. Pay the applicable fee.

28. Submit the application.

29. Save the tracking information.

30. Open the PakID inbox to monitor the application.

31. Respond to any additional NADRA instruction if required.

32. Visit a NADRA Registration Centre if physical verification is requested.

33. Track the application until processing is complete.

34. Receive the updated identity card according to the applicable delivery procedure.

35. Check the new permanent address printed on the identity card.