Check CNIC Validity via NADRA SMS 7000 – 2026 Guide
Type your 13-digit CNIC number, send it to 7000, and within a minute NADRA replies telling you whether that card is genuine. No app, no internet, no queue. The NADRA SMS 7000 service is the oldest shortcut in Pakistan’s identity system, and it still works in 2026.
How to Check in 30 Seconds
- Open your phone’s messaging app.
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number with no dashes or spaces.
- Send it to 7000.
- Wait for the reply — it usually arrives within a minute.
The reply confirms the card’s validity and shows the registered name and the father’s (or husband’s) name exactly as NADRA has them. The charge is roughly Rs. 10 to 12 plus tax, deducted from your mobile balance. It works on every network — Jazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone.
What the Reply Actually Shows — and What It Doesn’t
The 7000 reply gives you three things: the cardholder’s legal name, the father’s or husband’s name, and the card’s validity status. You do not get the address, the photograph, the family tree, the date of birth, or the expiry date. Full biodata is restricted for privacy — NADRA’s detailed Verisys verification is licensed only to institutions like banks and telecom operators.
Every NADRA SMS Code in One Table
| Code | What to send | What you get back |
|---|---|---|
| 7000 | 13-digit CNIC | CNIC validity, holder name, father’s name |
| 8300 | 13-digit CNIC | Voter registration status and registered address (Election Commission) |
| 8400 | 10-digit tracking ID | Status of a NADRA application — submitted, printed, dispatched |
| 668 | 13-digit CNIC | Number of SIMs registered on your CNIC, per network (PTA) |
| 8008 | 13-digit CNIC | Family tree and head-of-family details |
The Scam Warning Worth Reading Twice
No website, Facebook page, or WhatsApp number can show you “complete CNIC details with photo” for free. Every single one is either harvesting CNIC numbers for fraud or pushing malware. Use only the official short codes, the Pak-ID app, or nadra.gov.pk. Never post your CNIC number in a Facebook group comment asking a stranger to “check” it for you.
NADRA SMS 7000: Quick Answers
How do I check CNIC validity with NADRA SMS 7000? Type your 13-digit CNIC number without dashes or spaces and send it to 7000. The NADRA SMS 7000 reply confirms whether the card is valid and shows the registered name and father’s name as per NADRA’s record.
What does NADRA SMS 7000 charge per SMS? Roughly Rs. 10 to 12 plus tax, deducted from your mobile balance. NADRA SMS 7000 works on all Pakistani mobile networks and needs no internet connection.
What is the difference between NADRA SMS 7000 and 8300? NADRA SMS 7000 verifies CNIC validity and shows the holder’s name. 8300 is the Election Commission’s voter service — it shows your voter registration and registered address, not whether your card is valid.
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Disclaimer: SMS charges and reply formats can change. Confirm the current tariff with your mobile network, and always use official NADRA channels — nadra.gov.pk, the Pak-ID app, or the short codes listed above.
