In Pakistan, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) is responsible for issuing national identity cards, maintaining the national database etc. NADRA has a network of offices across the country where citizens can avail any of its various services. You can locate the closest NADRA office by searching for “NADRA office near me.” If you currently reside in Lahore and need to apply for a national identity card, you can do so by visiting any NADRA office.
Graana.com has prepared a comprehensive list of NADRA offices in Lahore below, so you can easily find the one nearest you.
National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA) was established in 1998 and initially reported to the Ministry of Interior in the Government of Pakistan. However, in 2000, NADRA was founded as a separate and independent organisation that offered e-governance and issuance of identity-based documents.
For instance, it is in charge of providing birth and death certificates, identity cards and more, in addition to storing records of Pakistani citizens in database form.
| Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) |
| Established | March 10, 2000 |
| Headquarters | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Functions | Registration of individuals, issuance of National Identity Cards (NICs), registration of births and deaths, and more |
| Services Offered | National Identity Card issuance, modification, renewal, family registration, and other related services |
| Coverage | Nationwide – Multiple offices across Pakistan |
| Technological Role | Implements modern biometric and data management systems |
| E-Governance | Facilitates digital services and online verification |
| Official Website | NADRA Official Website |
The following table provides details of the 15 NADRA offices in Lahore.
| Branch/ NADRA center Lahore | Location | Contact No. |
| NADRA Regional Head Office (RHO) | 73, Trade Centre, Johar Town | (042) 35554444 |
| NADRA Executive Office Lahore, DHA | 124-G, DHA Phase 1 | (042) 35734910 |
| NADRA Office, Jallo | Jallo Mor, Near Makkah Tower, G.T. Road | (042) 36583233 |
| NADRA Executive Office Lahore, DHA, Phase 4 | 153-CC, DHA Phase 4 | (042) 95895893 |
| NADRA Office, Zafar Shaheed Road | 12-A, Nagina Centre, Zarrar Shaheed Road, Guldasht Town | (042) 99220837 |
| NADRA Office, Samanabad | 926-N, Samanabad | (042) 37590606 |
| NADRA Office, Secretariat | Secretariat Building, Mall Road | (042) 99210228 |
| NADRA Office, Shahdara | Saeed Park, Near Toll Plaza, Shahdara Town | (042) 37940788 |
| NADRA Executive Office, Allama Iqbal Town | 56/16, Karim Block, Allama Iqbal Town | (042) 35424477 |
| NADRA Office, Lahore High Court | Lahore High Court, Mall Road, Mozang Chungi | (042) 37164544 |
| NADRA Office, Chung | Multan Road, Chung | N/A |
| NADRA Office, Protectorate | 117, Block G, Model Town | (042) 35885731 |
| NADRA Office, Raiwind | Near Raiwind Bypass | (042) 3539334 |
| NADRA Office, Peco Road | Peco Road, Kot Lakhpat | (042) 35943301 |
| NARDA Executive Office, Township | Block C-2, College Road, Township | N/A |
Most of Lahore’s NADRA centres are open from Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 4 pm. However, some of them are also open on weekends or for an additional shift in the evening. It is advised to call the branch you intend to visit to inquire about its respective timings.
There are different ways to reach the NADRA offices. One of the best ways to reach the NADRA office is through the Speedo Bus service in Lahore.
Overseas Pakistanis can also avail of the services provided by NADRA.
Following are the services that are offered.
NADRA also plays a crucial role in several other initiatives, including the development of a pension management and disbursement system. Additionally, it offers its services to many notable businesses.
By shifting to digital, NADRA centres across the nation have worked towards making the system more user-friendly. By just logging in, a user can search for related information online on the NADRA website. A person cannot be recognised as a citizen of the country until they have an identity card that has been confirmed and issued by the NADRA centre in that region.
The CNIC and NICOP are now available as Smart NIC (SNIC) and Smart NICOP (SNICOP) – these are chip-based cards that are more efficient than the previously available versions of CNICs and register you on a centralised database.
The table below lists the fee details for different types of services offered by NADRA – normal, urgent and executive.
| Type | Normal (PKR) | Urgent (PKR) | Executive (PKR) |
| New CNIC | Free | 1,150 | 2,150 |
| CNIC Renewal | 400 | 1,150 | 2,150 |
| CNIC Modification | 400 | 1,150 | 2,150 |
| CNIC Duplicate | 400 | 1,150 | 2,150 |
| New Smart NIC | 750 | 1,500 | 2,500 |
| SNIC Renewal | 750 | 1,500 | 2,500 |
| SNIC Duplicate | 750 | 1,500 | 2,500 |
| SNIC Modification | 750 | 1,500 | 2,500 |
The following tables below provide the fee details of Zone A (which comprises 136 countries) and Zone B (which includes 106 countries) for NICOP and SNICOP.
| Type (Zone A) | Normal (USD) | Urgent (USD) | Executive (USD) |
| New NICOP | $36 | $54 | $72 |
| NICOP Modification | $36 | $54 | $72 |
| NICOP Duplicate | $36 | $54 | $72 |
| NICOP Renewal | $36 | $54 | $72 |
| New Smart NICOP | $39 | $57 | $75 |
| Smart NICOP Modification | $39 | $57 | $75 |
| Smart NICOP Duplicate | $39 | $57 | $75 |
| Smart NICOP Renewal | $39 | $57 | $75 |
| Type (Zone B) | Normal (USD) | Urgent (USD) | Executive (USD) |
| New NICOP | $17 | $27 | $37 |
| NICOP Modification | $17 | $27 | $37 |
| NICOP Duplicate | $17 | $27 | $37 |
| NICOP Renewal | $17 | $27 | $37 |
| New Smart NICOP | $20 | $30 | $40 |
| Smart NICOP Modification | $20 | $30 | $40 |
| Smart NICOP Renewal | $20 | $30 | $40 |
| Smart NICOP Duplicate | $20 | $30 | $40 |
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The National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) regional headquarters as well as its centres across the country will now also remain open on Saturdays.
To renew your CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) in Lahore, you can follow these general steps:
a. Visit the nearest NADRA registration center or executive passport office.
b. Obtain a CNIC renewal form or download it from the official NADRA website.
c. Fill out the form with accurate information.
d. Attach the required documents, including your existing CNIC.
e. Submit the completed form and documents to the designated NADRA official.
f. Pay the applicable renewal fee.
1777 for mobile phone users, 051-111786100 for landline users and international callers
As of October 2023, the normal fee for a new Smart NIC is Rs750 while the urgent fee is Rs1500. The executive service is currently being offered at Rs2500.
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