NADRA age modification fees for ID Cards in Pakistan and abroad – January 2026

LAHORE: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) charges a fee for age modification on citizens’ ID cards.

ID card holders can apply for age correction or modification if they have valid proof, such as a birth certificate or other official documents. Applications can be made by visiting NADRA Registration Centres (NRC), the relevant embassy if living abroad, or through the Pak ID app.

The fees depend on the length of the age change and whether the applicant is in Pakistan or overseas.

NADRA Age Modification Fees (Pakistan)

• Up to 1 year: Rs1,000

• 1–2 years: Rs2,000

• 2–3 years: Rs3,000

• More than 3 years: Rs5,000

• Second-time age change: Rs10,000

NADRA Age Modification Fees (Overseas in USD)

• Up to 1 year: $15

• 1–2 years: $25

• 2–3 years: $40

• More than 3 years: $65

• Second-time age change: $125

Key Points and FAQs

• Citizens inside Pakistan pay in rupees, while overseas applicants pay in US dollars.

• Applications can be made at NADRA offices, embassies, or via the Pak ID app.

• Valid proof of age is required, such as a birth certificate or other official documents.

• Fees are higher for overseas applicants compared to local applications.

NADRA’s new system makes it easier for citizens to update their age on ID cards, whether they are in Pakistan or living abroad.