How to Get Your Child’s Juvenile Card from NADRA: New Update

Juvenile Card

The Juvenile Card is a secure, chip-based identity document issued by NADRA to children under the age of 18 years. It serves as an advanced alternative to the traditional Child Registration Certificate (CRC), offering greater utility and official recognition. This smart card is embedded with biometric and demographic data, ensuring both authenticity and security.

Unlike the CRC, which is primarily a record of a child’s birth and parentage, the Juvenile Card acts as a formal identity document. It entitles the holder to various services and facilities, such as admission to educational institutions, healthcare access, domestic travel, and other age-appropriate services requiring valid identification. The Juvenile Card is an important step toward early digital identity and inclusion in national records, preparing minors for a seamless transition to the Computerized National Identity (CNIC) at the age of 18.

Requirements for Application

To apply for a Juvenile Card, the presence of a parent or a close blood relative (such as a grandparent or sibling) is mandatory at the time of registration. The accompanying relative must hold a valid National Identity Card (NIC) and will be required to verify their relationship with the child as well as provide biometric verification (fingerprints and photograph) at the NADRA Registration Center.

Applications for the Juvenile Card cannot be submitted online. The entire process must be completed in person at any NADRA Registration Center, where the child’s biometric data (such as photograph and fingerprints) and essential documents will be collected and verified. This in-person procedure ensures the authenticity of the information and helps prevent identity fraud.

Essential documents typically include:

• Original NIC of the parent or blood relative
  
• Child’s birth certificate or Child Registration Certificate (CRC)
  
• Any supporting documents proving the relationship, if required
  

This secure, in-person verification process is designed to protect the identity of minors and ensure that only eligible children receive the Juvenile Card.

What is the Juvenile Card?

The Juvenile Card is a smart, chip-based identity issued by NADRA to Pakistani children under 18 years of age. It includes biometric and personal information and serves as an official ID for minors. Unlike the basic Child Registration Certificate (CRC), the Juvenile Card provides access to services like school admission, healthcare, and passport applications. It helps establish a child’s digital identity and prepares them for a CNIC at age 18.

Who is Eligible for a Juvenile Card?

Children under 18 years of age who are Pakistani citizens are eligible for a Juvenile Card. A parent or legal guardian must apply on their behalf.

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Who is Eligible for a Juvenile Card?

Any Pakistani citizen under the age of 18 is eligible to apply for a Juvenile Card. The child must be registered in NADRA’s database, and the application must be submitted in person by a parent or blood relative (such as a grandparent or sibling) who holds a valid National Identity Card (NIC). The child must also be physically present at the time of application to provide their biometric data (photo and fingerprints).

Benefits of the Juvenile Card

• School admissions
  
• Healthcare services
  
• Passport applications
  
• Travel within the country
  
• Access to government schemes and entitlements

Difference Between Juvenile Card and Child Registration Certificate (CRC)

The Juvenile Card is a more secure, functional, and officially recognized identity document, while the CRC is mainly a record of birth and family linkage.

Application Requirements

• A parent or blood relative with a valid NIC must be present.
  
• The child must be physically present at the NADRA Registration Center.
  
• Biometric data of both the child and the guardian are required.
  
• Online application is not available; apply in person only.
  
• Required documents:
  
  • Parent/guardian’s original NIC
    
  • Child’s Birth Certificate or CRC

Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide

• Visit the NADRA Registration Center (NRC) with the child and a parent or blood relative.
  
• Token issuance at the counter.
  
• Document verification by the NADRA official.
  
• Biometric capture (photo and fingerprints) of both the child and the guardian.
  
• Data entry and on-screen verification.
  
• Form printing and review for accuracy.
  
• Signature/thumbprint of guardian and confirmation.
  
• Receive a tracking slip for card status.
  
• Card processing and printing by NADRA.

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Documents Required for Application

• Original NIC of parent or blood relative (must be present).
  
• Child’s Birth Certificate or Child Registration Certificate
  
• Family Registration Certificate – if requested by NADRA.
  
• Any supporting documents to verify the relationship?

Where to Apply for the Juvenile Card

Applications for the Juvenile Card must be submitted in person at any NADRA Registration Center (NRC) across Pakistan. Online applications are not available.

To find your nearest NRC, visit the official NADRA website or contact their helpline. Make sure to bring the child and all required documents when visiting the center.

Fees and Processing Time

• Normal Fee: PKR 750
  
• Urgent Fee: PKR 1,500 (if urgent service is available)
  
• Processing Time:
  
  • Normal: 7–10 working days
    
  • Urgent: 2–4 working days
    

Fees and timelines may vary slightly by location. It’s best to confirm at the NADRA Registration Center or on the NADRA website before applying.

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