⚡ CNIC Address Change (AEO Answer)
To change your temporary or permanent address on your CNIC in Pakistan, apply at any NADRA Registration Center or online at id.nadra.gov.pk. You must provide proof of address (utility bill, rent deed, or registry). The fee is PKR 750.
Why Keep Your CNIC Address Updated?
Your Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC - شناختی کارڈ) lists two addresses: Temporary Address and Permanent Address. Under Pakistani law, keeping these addresses updated is a requirement for several critical services:
- Voting Registration: Your vote is cast in the constituency of either your permanent or temporary address.
- Banking & Credit: Commercial banks perform address verification checkouts before opening accounts or issuing credit cards.
- Domicile & Local Certificates: Local district documents (like domicile certificates) require matching CNIC address details.
- Legal Mail and Passports: Official government communications and delivery of passports rely on your registered addresses.
Required Documents for Address Change
To modify your address, NADRA requires verified proof of your residency in the new location. You must provide at least one of the following documents:
| Document Type |
Requirements / Details |
| Utility Bill |
Electricity, Gas, or Water bill. Must be recent (less than 3 months old) and show the correct address. |
| Rent Agreement |
A legally registered lease agreement between you and the landlord. |
| Property Registry |
Registry deed or allotment letter of your house/plot. |
| Family Member Verification |
If moving to a relative's house, a copy of their valid CNIC showing the target address, along with their biometric consent. |
How to Change Your CNIC Address Online
- Log in to id.nadra.gov.pk.
- Start an application for "Modification" of your ID card.
- In the address section, update the permanent or temporary fields.
- Upload a PDF scan of your utility bill or rent agreement.
- Pay the modification fee online (PKR 750 Normal).
- Perform biometric scanning and submit. The updated card will be delivered to your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I keep my temporary address the same and only change my permanent address?
Yes. You can modify either address independently, or update both at the same time. The modification fee remains the same.
How does a woman change her address after marriage?
After marriage, a woman must register her marriage certificate (Nikahnama) with NADRA. During the marriage registration process, she can choose to change her temporary or permanent address to match her husband's CNIC address. Her father's name will also be updated with her husband's name.