Cancellation of Identity Cards
NADRA has urged citizens to complete the cancellation of identity cards for their deceased loved ones to maintain accurate national records. Over 7 million deaths have been registered across Pakistan, but many identity cards remain active. Failure to cancel the identity card of a deceased person could lead to legal and documentation issues for the family in the future.
According to NADRA, family members, such as sons, daughters, spouses, or parents—can easily process the cancellation of identity cards at any NADRA center free of charge. To assist citizens, NADRA has begun sending SMS notifications, encouraging them to carry out this crucial task. Additionally, if there is an error in the death record, the correction should be made by the secretary of the relevant union council.
This appeal by NADRA is not only legally important but also a necessary step for citizens so that they can avoid inheritance documents, property transfer, and other identity problems in the future. The public should follow NADRA’s instructions and cancel the identity cards of their deceased relatives immediately to avoid any problems.
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Millions of Identity Cards Remain Uncancelled
Despite the death registration of 7 million citizens in union councils across Pakistan, their identity cards have not yet been canceled in NADRA’s database. According to official regulations, it is a legal requirement for NADRA to cancel the identity cards of deceased persons to keep national records updated.
Who Can Apply for Cancellation?
The son, daughter, spouse, or parents of the deceased person can request the cancellation of the identity card from any NADRA center. The process is completely free, and no charges will be applied for this service.
How to Cancel the Identity Card of a Deceased Person?
- Visit the Nearest NADRA Center – The legal heirs (son, daughter, spouse, or parents) can go to any NADRA registration center.
- Provide Necessary Information – The applicant needs to submit the CNIC number of the deceased along with proof of relationship.
- Identity Card Cancellation Process – NADRA officials will verify the information and process the cancellation request.
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NADRA’s SMS Notification Service
To create awareness, NADRA is sending SMS notifications to registered mobile numbers, reminding families about the cancellation process. This initiative aims to reduce the backlog of uncanceled identity cards.
Why is Identity Card Cancellation Important?
Failing to cancel the identity card of a deceased person can lead to legal and administrative difficulties for family members. It can cause issues when applying for inheritance documents, property transfers, or other official procedures in NADRA.
What to Do in Case of Incorrect Death Registration?
If there is any error in the death registration, families must visit the concerned union council secretary to correct the record before applying for identity card cancellation.
Final Thoughts
NADRA’s appeal to citizens is an important step toward ensuring accurate national records. Families should take immediate action to cancel the identity cards of deceased relatives to avoid future complications. This process is simple, free of charge, and necessary for legal documentation.
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