Islamabad, Apr 15, 2025: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has recently revised the guidelines for modifying the age on the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP).
Overseas Pakistanis wishing to amend their birth date on their National ID Cards can apply via the Pak ID app, visit their closest NADRA office, or get in touch with the Pakistani embassy in their country of residence.
Required Documents and Eligibility
Applicants seeking age modifications must submit relevant documents, depending on the type of change they are requesting:
Age Changes up to 5 Years (Once only)
Required Documents: Pakistani Passport, Matric Certificate, Mark Sheet (issued within the last 3 years), or Service Book.
Second Time Age Change (Once only, up to 366 days)
Required Documents: Pakistani or Foreign Passport, Resident Permit, or Matric Certificate.
One-Year (366 days) Age Change
Required Documents: Allowed based on an Inland or Foreign Birth Certificate.
Unusual Age Difference with Sibling (Less than 7 months)
Required Documents: A change of up to one year (366 days) is allowed without any supporting documents.
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NICOP Age Modification Fee Structure
NADRA has established a fee structure for age modifications based on the duration of the change:
| Age Difference | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| ≤ 1 year | $5 |
| > 1 year and ≤ 2 years | $25 |
| > 2 years and ≤ 3 years | $40 |
| > 3 years | $65 |
| Second modification | $125 |
Note: Fees will be applied in Pakistani Rupees (PKR) after the appropriate currency conversion.
How to Apply for NICOP Age Modification
Applicants can submit their age modification applications via the Pak ID app, visit their nearest NADRA office, or contact the Pakistani embassy in their country.
NADRA ensures a transparent process for all modifications.
Previously, NADRA issued a clarification regarding the registration of birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage registrations.
According to NADRA, such registrations are conducted under provincial laws by the relevant Union Council.
