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  1. Can I renew my CNIC online if it has been expired for more than a year? Yes! You can still use the Pak-ID mobile app for renewal even if your card expired several years ago. However, if your facial features have changed significantly, the app might request you to visit a NADRA center for a fresh biometric update. 2. What should I do if the Pak-ID app fails to verify my fingerprints? This is a common issue with older phone cameras or faded fingerprints. The Fix: As of January 2026 , NADRA has introduced Facial Recognition-based verification . If fingerprints fail, you can now use the app’s face-scan feature or visit an NRC to get a "Biometric Verification Certificate" using your face. 3. Do I need to provide a Nikah Nama (Marriage Certificate) for renewal? Only if you are a woman changing your marital status from "Single" to "Married" or changing your head of family to your husband. If your status is already updated in NADRA’s database from a prev...

 🔔 Note: Today is Kashmir Solidarity Day (Feb 5, 2026). Most NADRA centers and banks in Pakistan are closed today. If you need to renew your CNIC today, please use the Pak-ID Mobile App method described below! Introduction Is your identity card about to expire? In 2026, NADRA has made the CNIC renewal process incredibly efficient. You no longer have to spend hours in long queues at a NADRA center if you use the digital "Pak-ID" method. In this guide, we will walk you through both the online mobile app method and the physical office visit method . Method 1: Renew CNIC Online via Pak-ID App (Home Delivery) This is the most popular "Resolved Method" for busy professionals and overseas Pakistanis. Install the App: Download the official Pak-ID app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Account Setup: Register using your mobile number and email. You will need to verify your identity via a quick biometric scan on your phone. Start Application: * Select ID...