NADRA documents are crucial for every Pakistani-born. These identity papers must be updated and error-free. In Pakistan, whenever a child is born, their name is identified by the Child’s Biological Father. But when the Girl gets Married, her name is transferred from father to husband, pronounced as Marital Status in NADRA’s ecosystem.
Marital Status is mostly for Females because of their name transferring that doesn’t require males other than in exceptional cases.
Here in this post, we describe how you can change your Marital Status online or visit NADRA Centers.
Requirements to Transfer:
- Nadra Original CNIC of (Husband & Wife)
- Nikkah Nama or Marriage Certificate
- Visit along with husband & wife
How to Change Marital Status in NADRA Database
Method # 1 — NADRA Executive Centers
The process of changing Marital Status
- Go to the nearest NADRA Centre
- Get a Token & wait for a while
- Present your Documents to the officer
- Get your printed version of the Application
Husband’s Lives Abroad
- Bring Original Wife CNIC
- Along with the Husband’s Mother or Father
If there is a separation between the couple, then a Separation Certificate will be required for CNIC’s information updating.
Divorce or Lost Marriage Certificate
For both cases, you will get an Affidavit Form from NADRA. Attest it from the Commissioner to continue the process.
Method # 2 — Online Submission
- Go to the https://id.nadra.gov.pk/
- Register your “New Account“
For Local Residence of Pakistan
- Click on the NIC Link
- Select Query Type to Modify Data or any you want.
- Then Click on the Apply Button below.
For Overseas Pakistani
- Click on the NICOP
- Select Query Type to Modify Data
- Now, Tap on “Change Marital Status”, then See Solutions
- Then Click on the Apply Button below.
Follow the process mentioned in this video below:
Processing Time to Change Marital Status
NADRA offers various service packages. So, the Marital Certificate delivery time depends on the class you choose. Below are the details:
- Regular takes up to 30 days
- Urgent takes up to 15-20 days
- Executive takes up to 7 days
Computerized vs. manual Marriage Certificate
Are you wondering whether you should apply for the marriage certificate with a computerized or manual signature Thus, you can apply for the Certificate even if you have a computerized version or a manual Urdu Nikkah Nama. Both documents are eligible. Further, you can also register your complaint at nadra online and also do the tracking online!
Any query from your side? Just tell us in the comment section. We’ll answer it ASAP :)
Frequently Asked Questions
How to change marital status if husband and wife live abroad?
They can apply by visiting the Nadra Office in their country. Or apply online by following the process stated above.
Does it is necessary to change the marital status?
Of course, if you’re living outside Pakistan you need the updated NIC for many purposes of immigration!
Can I register on the Pak Identity website with someone else data?
No, for your application you can’t enter someone’s information. Otherwise, there is a chance of rejection from Nadra.
