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NADRA CNIC and B-Form, passports, FBR and tax, and step-by-step e-service guides.

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Pakistan Extends Passport Office Hours to Midnight in 8 Cities (August 2026)

Eight regional passport offices across Pakistan have moved to a double-shift schedule running until midnight, following Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi's directive after a surprise visit exposed long queues and an alleged agent network. Here's exactly which cities are affected and the new timings.

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A young Pakistani man using the Pak ID app on his smartphone at a NADRA registration centre counter
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NADRA Clarifies: First-Time CNIC Through Pak ID App Still Works in 2026

NADRA has confirmed that first-time ID card applications through the Pak ID app using Form B or CRC have not been discontinued — but applicants with incomplete childhood biometric records must still visit a NADRA Registration Centre once. Here's exactly who qualifies for the fully-online route.

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A NADRA mobile team member assisting an elderly Pakistani citizen with identity card verification at home
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NADRA Home Service: ID Cards Made at Your Doorstep

NADRA now sends a mobile team to your home for CNIC renewal or modification if you're elderly or disabled. Here's which cities are covered and how to book a visit.

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An overseas Pakistani reviewing NICOP documents and a foreign passport before travel
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NICOP Now Mandatory for Visa-Free Entry: What Changed?

Pakistan now requires a valid NICOP for visa-free entry by overseas Pakistanis with foreign passports, effective July 16, 2026. Learn who's affected and how to renew from UK, US, or anywhere abroad.

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An elderly Pakistani man holding his CNIC card while smiling at a NADRA registration center
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NADRA Lifetime CNIC for Seniors 60+: No More Renewals

Pakistani citizens aged 60 and above can now get a CNIC with lifetime validity, ending the 10-year renewal cycle. Here's how eligibility, application, and the process work.

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CNIC renewal in Pakistan 2026 NADRA identity card renewal process and fees
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CNIC Renewal in Pakistan 2026: Complete Fee, Documents, and Step-by-Step Guide

Complete CNIC renewal guide for Pakistan 2026. Learn about NADRA CNIC renewal fees (normal, urgent, executive), required documents, online and in-person renewal process, and processing times.

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