NADRA Outlines Procedure for Juvenile Cards of B-Form Holders

ISLAMABAD:
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has officially released a comprehensive procedure for obtaining a Juvenile Card for children born to parents of mixed nationalities, where one parent holds foreign citizenship. The regulatory clarification comes as part of the authority’s ongoing efforts to streamline registration processes for dual-national families and simplify civil documentation across the country.

According to the detailed guidelines issued by NADRA officials, the streamlined process specifically applies to children who already possess a Child Registration Certificate (CRC), commonly known as a B-Form. The protocol mandates specific documentation regarding the foreign parent’s nationality, valid travel documents, and legal proof of marriage to ensure compliance with Pakistan’s citizenship laws and regulatory frameworks before the biometric and registration phase for the juvenile identification document can be initiated.

The administrative update carries significant implications for expatriate families, overseas Pakistanis, and binational households residing within Pakistan. By clarifying the prerequisites and procedural steps, NADRA aims to eliminate bureaucratic hurdles, reduce processing delays, and ensure that children of mixed heritage are seamlessly integrated into the national civil database with accurate legal status and recognized identification credentials.

Citizens seeking to initiate the juvenile card application are advised to visit their nearest NADRA registration center equipped with mandatory documents, including attested copies of the foreign parent’s passport, valid visa or residency proofs, and the previously issued B-Form. Authority representatives confirmed that further administrative enhancements and digital tracking features for pending applications will be rolled out across all regional offices in the coming weeks.