NADRA Family Registration Certificate (FRC) 2026 – How to Apply
The embassy wants proof that you’re actually related to the people you’re traveling with. The NADRA FRC — Family Registration Certificate — is the single document that officially maps your family as NADRA sees it, and in 2026 you can get it without leaving your house. Here’s what it is, what it costs, and the data-cleanup step that decides whether your application sails through or stalls.
What the FRC Actually Proves
The FRC is NADRA’s official record of your family structure — who your parents, siblings, spouse, and children are, as registered in the national database. It comes in three flavors:
| FRC type | Who it’s for | What it lists |
|---|---|---|
| By Birth | Children under 18 | Parents and siblings |
| By Marriage | Married applicants | Spouse and children |
| By Adoption | Legal guardians | Guardian and dependents |
Two things the FRC is not: it’s not a legal heirship document for property matters (that’s a succession certificate from the courts), and it has no expiry date — it stays valid as long as the family data is accurate.
The Step Everyone Skips (and Regrets)
The FRC pulls data directly from NADRA’s central database. It doesn’t ask you to describe your family — it prints what NADRA already has. Which means: if your child’s B-Form was never made, if your Nikah was never registered with NADRA, the FRC will come out wrong. Before applying, audit your family’s NADRA records and fix discrepancies first.
Method 1: Apply Online via the Pak-ID App
- Open the Pak-ID app (or id.nadra.gov.pk) and log in.
- Go to Apply Now and select Family Registration Certificate (FRC).
- Choose your category: By Birth, By Marriage, By Adoption, or By All.
- Enter your CNIC — the system auto-fetches your family members’ data from NADRA’s database.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph if asked.
- Review every name, CNIC number, and relationship with extreme care.
- Pay the fee online — credit/debit card, Raast bank transfer, Easypaisa, JazzCash, or at any E-Sahulat franchise.
- Submit. You’ll get a confirmation with a tracking ID.
The digital FRC PDF lands in the Pak-ID app’s secure ID Vault, usually within 24 hours of approval.
Method 2: Apply In Person at a NADRA Centre
- Original CNIC/NICOP/POC of all adult family members
- B-Forms of all minors (under 18) — and the physical presence of minors is mandatory
- Nikah Nama for married applicants
- Recent passport-size photographs where required
- Death certificate, if the FRC needs to reflect deceased members
The Fee (Refreshingly Simple)
| Category | Fee (PKR) |
|---|---|
| By Birth / By Marriage / By Adoption | Rs. 1,000 each |
| By All (combined) | Rs. 2,000 |
Normal, Urgent, and Executive all cost Rs. 1,000 — there’s no financial penalty for needing it fast, since issuance speed depends on data accuracy, not payment tier.
NADRA FRC: Quick Answers
What is the NADRA FRC fee in 2026? Rs. 1,000 for By Birth, By Marriage, or By Adoption categories; Rs. 2,000 for the combined By All category. The NADRA FRC costs the same across Normal, Urgent, and Executive tiers.
How do I apply for NADRA FRC online? Log in to the Pak-ID app, go to Apply Now, select Family Registration Certificate, choose your category, and let the system auto-fetch your family data. Pay online and download the NADRA FRC PDF from the app’s ID Vault, usually within 24 hours.
What documents are required for NADRA FRC? For online applications, usually none beyond your CNIC. In person, bring all family members’ CNICs, children’s B-Forms (minors must be present), Nikah Nama for married applicants, and passport photos.
How long does NADRA FRC take? Online applications typically complete within 24 hours (often 12–16). In-person issuance is usually immediate once your family record is verified clean.
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Disclaimer: Fees and procedures follow NADRA’s current schedule. Confirm details on nadra.gov.pk or the Pak-ID app before applying, and check your specific embassy’s requirements for attestation.
