Quick Answer
What is an FRC and how do I get one?
A Family Registration Certificate (FRC) is a NADRA document that identifies you with your NADRA record and shows your family composition. Apply at a NADRA Registration Centre (NRC) or online through the Pak Identity website or Pak ID app. The fee is reported at Rs. 1,000 per certificate (double for a combined one). [verify the current fee] At an NRC you get it in real time, and online you get a PDF by email. [verify the timing]
NADRA Family Registration Certificate (FRC): How to Apply, Fee, Types and Verification
Not an official government website, and not legal advice. We’re an independent guide. Use NADRA’s official Pak ID app, website and registration centres, and never pay agents.
Why Do I Need One?
Guides say an FRC is used for:
- Property transactions and obtaining a power of attorney, for example to sell or buy property on someone’s behalf. See our Digital PoA guide.
- Other NADRA services such as applying for a CNIC, NICOP or Smart NIC. See our NADRA guide and NICOP guide.
- Legal and family-related proceedings.
[verify the requirements with the organisation that asked for your FRC.]
Is the FRC Now a Legal Document?
Yes, according to NADRA. In July 2025, NADRA’s spokesperson told APP that, following the Interior Minister’s recommendation and Federal Cabinet approval, the FRC was declared a legal document for the first time, in the same category as the CNIC and the B-Form (Child Registration Certificate). NADRA said there would be no increase in the application fee. [verify the details on NADRA’s site.]
What Are the Three Types of FRC?
ARY reported that the new regulations define three types:
- Alpha: family by birth
- Beta: family by marriage
- Gamma: family by adoption
The new FRC includes complete information on males with multiple marriages, unlike the old system, per the same report. NADRA also said applicants must provide an assurance (affidavit) about the accuracy of the data they submit. [verify the current requirements.]
Who Appears on My FRC?
Graana warns that family members whose records are incomplete, or who aren’t registered with NADRA, won’t appear on your FRC until their data is updated. Unlisted members must be registered, and incorrect entries can be removed and corrected through NADRA offices or the app. [verify.]
How Do I Apply? (Step by Step)
Option 1: NADRA Registration Centre (NRC)
Go to your nearest NRC, in Pakistan or abroad. PhoneWorld says applicants get the FRC in real time at an NRC. [verify]
Option 2: Pak Identity Website or Pak ID App
According to Zameen, PhoneWorld and Canada’s research response:
- Open the Pak Identity website or the Pak ID app. [verify the links]
- Register an account. In Pakistan, SMS and email codes are sent. From abroad, codes come only by email.
- Choose the relevant category and start your FRC application.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the fee by debit or credit card, or at an e-Sahulat franchise using your tracking ID. Icons also lists Easypaisa and JazzCash. [verify the payment options]
- Receive your FRC by email as a PDF, within about 24 hours, per PhoneWorld. [verify]
What Documents Do I Need?
Documents depend on your category (birth, marriage or adoption) and family. Guides list:
- Child Registration Certificates (CRCs or B-Forms) and photographs of family members under 18
- Supporting documents for marriage or adoption categories
[Add the exact lists from NADRA’s page for each category after verifying.]
How Much Does an FRC Cost?
- ARY (July 2025): NADRA charges Rs. 1,000 for all forms of FRC. A combined certificate (for example, marriage and birth on the same document) costs double. APP reported Rs. 2,000 for the combined certificate.
- Icons (April 2026): the fee remains Rs. 1,000 in 2026.
- Older guides list Rs. 500 for normal and Rs. 1,000 for urgent processing.
[Fees change. Check NADRA’s official fee page before publishing. I’d go with the newest NADRA statements.]
How Do I Verify an FRC?
The Pak Identity website lets you verify an existing FRC, in Pakistan or abroad. You need the FRC identity number and pay a fee by card, or at an e-Sahulat centre with the tracking ID from the online application. [Canada’s research response couldn’t find the verification fee. Verify it on NADRA’s site.]
Can I View My Family Details Online?
Yes. APP reports that NADRA’s Pak ID app lets citizens view their family composition online after biometric (fingerprint) verification, without visiting a NADRA centre. [verify the current feature.]
What If My Family Record Is Wrong?
Ask NADRA to correct or add records through an NRC or the app. NADRA also opened a one-time amnesty window in 2025 for people to voluntarily surrender fraudulently obtained documents without legal consequences. [verify whether it’s still open and the terms.] Don’t try to submit false information. The FRC requires an assurance of accuracy.
Common Problems and Fixes
- A family member is missing. Update their NADRA record first, then re-apply or request an update. [verify]
- A name or relationship is wrong. Request a correction at an NRC.
- I’m abroad. Apply online via the Pak Identity website or app, or visit a Pakistani mission’s NADRA desk. [verify]
- My email didn’t arrive. Check spam, and confirm your email in your account. Contact NADRA support if it’s still missing.
Tips
- Check your family members’ NADRA records first.
- Have CNICs, B-Forms and photos ready.
- Apply with accurate details. Wrong information can cause rejection and legal trouble.
- Download and save your PDF, and keep the tracking ID.
- Ask the organisation that wants your FRC which type (Alpha, Beta, Gamma) it needs.
How Do I Avoid Scams?
- Use only NADRA’s official Pak ID app, Pak Identity website and NRCs. Check the web address carefully.
- Never pay agents to “fix” your family record or speed up an FRC. Pay only through official channels.
- Don’t buy fake FRCs. They can lead to criminal charges.
- Don’t share OTPs, CNIC photos or card details.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is an FRC?
A NADRA certificate showing your identity and family composition.
2. How much does an FRC cost?
Rs. 1,000, and double for a combined certificate. [verify]
3. What are Alpha, Beta and Gamma FRCs?
Family by birth, by marriage and by adoption.
4. Can I apply online?
Yes, through the Pak Identity website or the Pak ID app. [verify]
5. How long does it take?
Real time at an NRC. A PDF by email within about 24 hours online. [verify]
6. Is the FRC a legal document?
NADRA declared it so in July 2025. [verify]
7. Is this the official NADRA website?
No. We’re an independent guide. Use NADRA’s official channels.