Smart National Identity Card [How to Get smart CNIC Fast 2024]
This is the ultimate guide to get a National Identity Card (NIC) hassle-free and fast.
In this post, you will learn:
Let’s get into it.
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What is NIC?
A National Identity Card (NIC) is proof of citizenship and identity. It is also known as a Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC).
What is SNIC?
A Smart National Identity Card (SNIC) is proof of citizenship and identity. It has a built-in chip used for storing information. It contains 13 numeric digits and should be prefixed with CNIC.
Who can apply
Every citizen of Pakistan, 18 years and above, is eligible for CNIC (aka ID card) to apply.
Uses of National Identity Card
The NIC/CNIC has a unique 13-digit identification number recognised across Pakistan.
With your NIC/CNIC, you can do some awesome things, like:
- get a National Tax Number (NTN)
- apply for licenses
- open a bank account
- apply for a passport
- get a cellular connection
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How much does it cost you? (Nadra Fee for CNIC/SNIC 2024)
Below is the latest Nadra fee structure for CNIC and SNIC for 2024:
Fee Details of CNIC/SNIC
| Categories/Type | Service | ||
| Normal | Urgent | Executive | |
| New CNIC | – | – | – |
| New Smart NIC | PKR 750 | PKR 1500 | PKR 2500 |
| Smart NIC Modification | PKR 750 | PKR 1500 | PKR 2500 |
| Smart NIC Duplicate | PKR 750 | PKR 1500 | PKR 2500 |
| Smart NIC Renewal | PKR 750 | PKR 1500 | PKR 2500 |
| CNIC Cancellation (Due to death) | PKR 50 | – | – |
How to apply
A question most often asked is:
“What should I do if I apply for the CNIC for the first time?”
The answer is:
You must be accompanied by one of your parents or a guardian.
Here’s what you must be aware of:
- For a new CNIC, you are to visit the NRC.
- You can avail smart card that has a built-in chip.
You have two options to apply for the NIC/CNIC.
- In-person
- Online
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Apply In-Person
For this purpose, you are to visit any nearest NRC (NADRA).
Apply Online
Here is the NADRA Pak Identity website link for You to apply for NIC/CNIC online: