This page lists the official NADRA fees for the CNIC, Smart NIC, NICOP, POC and related services, taken from NADRA’s published fee structure and checked on 2 November 2026. Processing time starts after the fee is paid. Fees can change, so confirm at the counter or on the NADRA website before you pay.
Smart NIC fees (Rs)
| Service | Normal | Urgent | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Smart NIC | Rs 750 (31 days) | Rs 1,500 (23 days) | Rs 2,500 (9 days) |
| Smart NIC modification | Rs 750 (31 days) | Rs 1,500 (23 days) | Rs 2,500 (9 days) |
| Smart NIC duplicate (lost or damaged) | Rs 750 (31 days) | Rs 1,500 (23 days) | Rs 2,500 (9 days) |
| Smart NIC renewal | Rs 750 (31 days) | Rs 1,500 (23 days) | Rs 2,500 (9 days) |
CNIC (non-smart) fees (Rs)
| Service | Normal | Urgent | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| New CNIC | Free (15 days) | Rs 1,150 (12 days) | Rs 2,150 (6 days) |
| CNIC modification | Rs 400 (15 days) | Rs 1,150 (12 days) | Rs 2,150 (6 days) |
| Duplicate CNIC | Rs 400 (15 days) | Rs 1,150 (12 days) | Rs 2,150 (6 days) |
| CNIC renewal | Rs 400 (15 days) | Rs 1,150 (12 days) | Rs 2,150 (6 days) |
NICOP fees for overseas Pakistanis (USD)
These apply to a new card, modification, duplicate and renewal. The fee is charged in rupees after conversion. Normal takes 31 days, Urgent 23 days and Executive 9 days.
| Zone | Normal | Urgent | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone A: USA and Europe | USD 39 | USD 57 | USD 75 |
| Zone B: Middle East and Africa | USD 20 | USD 30 | USD 40 |
NADRA’s table shows USD 140 for the Executive duplicate in Zone B. That looks like a typing mistake for USD 40, so confirm it before paying. Cancelling a NICOP because of death is free.
POC (Pakistan Origin Card) fees (USD)
| Service | Normal | Urgent | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| New POC | USD 150 | USD 200 | USD 250 |
| POC renewal | USD 150 | USD 200 | USD 250 |
| POC modification | USD 200 | USD 250 | USD 300 |
| POC duplicate | USD 200 | USD 250 | USD 300 |
CRC and FRC fees
| Service | Fee | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CRC (all categories), normal | Rs 50 | 7 days |
| CRC (all categories), executive | Rs 500 | 1 day |
| FRC (Alpha, Beta or Gama family) | Rs 1,000 | 1 day |
| FRC (both) | Rs 2,000 | 1 day |
Succession certificate fees
| Application | Asset Rs 100,000 or more | Asset below Rs 100,000 |
|---|---|---|
| New application | Rs 20,000 (Rs 22,000 in Sindh) | Rs 10,000 |
| Duplicate application | Rs 5,000 | Rs 5,000 |
| Amended application | Rs 5,000 | Rs 5,000 |
| Decline on a processed application | Rs 15,000 | Rs 15,000 |
| Office mistake | Free | Free |
Read the full process in our guide to the succession certificate through NADRA.
Other NADRA charges
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Updating non-printable fields (CNIC or NICOP, from a NADRA centre) | Rs 100 (2 days) |
| Age modification, up to 1 year | Rs 1,000 (USD 15 abroad) |
| Age modification, over 1 and up to 2 years | Rs 2,000 (USD 25 abroad) |
| Age modification, over 2 and up to 3 years | Rs 3,000 (USD 40 abroad) |
| Age modification, over 3 years | Rs 5,000 (USD 65 abroad) |
| Second age change | Rs 10,000 (USD 125 abroad) |
| Delivery of ID cards within Pakistan | Rs 165 |
| CNIC cancellation due to death | Free |
How long is an ID card valid?
CNIC, Smart CNIC and NICOP for adults are valid for 10 years. A juvenile card is valid until the child turns 10 and then 18. A POC based on Pakistani origin, parents or family of a Pakistani officer is valid for 7 years, and a spouse-based POC for 5 years. Use our CNIC expiry date calculator to check when your card expires.
Which category should I choose?
- Normal is enough if your card does not expire soon and you can wait about a month.
- Urgent suits travel or a bank deadline within a month.
- Executive is for the fastest result, 9 days for a Smart NIC.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Smart NIC cost?
Rs 750 for Normal, Rs 1,500 for Urgent and Rs 2,500 for Executive, for a new card, renewal, duplicate or modification.
Is a first CNIC free?
Yes, a new CNIC on the Normal category is free according to NADRA’s fee table.
What is the NICOP fee for the Gulf?
Zone B, which covers the Middle East and Africa, is USD 20 for Normal, USD 30 for Urgent and USD 40 for Executive.
When does the processing time start?
After the fee has been paid.
How can I check my application?
Use the NADRA helpline 1777 or the Pak-ID app.
Related guides: CNIC renewal guide, Smart card renewal, NICOP guide for overseas Pakistanis, NADRA office timings and free tools.
Source: NADRA official fee structure, checked on 2 November 2026.
