A (NICOP) National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis is meant for all Pakistani citizens in the Republic of Manila Philippines. It is now a mandatory requirement for all Pakistanis working/residing abroad. NICOP offers unique privileges and facilities to its holder. This card is obligatory for all members of the family, including children under the age of 18 years.

A (POC) Pakistan Origin Card is meant for Manila Philippines nationals of Pakistani origin. A Renunciation Letter must be provided for applicants holding old Pakistani passports and other Citizenship documents who are applying for POC. Furthermore, POC applicants must also surrender their Pakistan non-computerized National Identity Card (NIC), Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) and/or NICOP.

NADRA’s Complaint Management System (CMS):

In order to be more efficient and responsive towards applicant’s queries, NADRA has launched an online Complain Management System (CMS). Applicants can lodge complain at CMS and get a reply with a resolution of the complaint within 48 hours. To register a complaint please click here.

Important, Please Note:

• The applicants can approach NADRA through NADRA Call Center at +92-51-111786700.
• The NICOP/POC processing timeline is 3-6 months. While NICOP and POC holders are entitled to Visa-Free entry applying for the card is not an option for upcoming travel within the 3-6 months processing time. There is no urgent service available.
• How to track your NICOP Card Status Click here for info
• The applicant(s) who have applied for a NADRA card in Pakistan MUST mention their 13-Digit NADRA Card number on their NICOP form. Minors applying MUST mention their Child Registration Certificate (CRC) Number. Otherwise, their application will be rejected and they would be required to re-apply with a fresh feel.
• For detailed information on National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis and the Pakistan Origin Card, please visit NADRA’s official website.