The Child Registration Certificate (CRC) — also known as B-Form — is the mandatory registration document for all Pakistani children under 18. Issued by NADRA, it is required for school admission, passport applications, and all government processes involving minors. Under NADRA Ordinance 2000, every parent must register their child within one month of birth.
For children born in Pakistan: obtain the Computerized Birth Registration Certificate (CBRC) from the Union Council, Municipal Committee, or Cantonment Board where the child was born. For children born abroad: obtain the Detailed Birth Certificate or S-1 Form. Parent(s) must hold a valid CNIC or NICOP. Both parents' documents are helpful but at minimum one parent must be present.
(A) NADRA Registration Centre (NRC): Visit the nearest NRC with the child (required for ages 3 and above). Parents must accompany the child. (B) Pak Identity Mobile App: Parents can apply through the Pak ID app (Android & iOS). Navigate to: Home → Family → CRC → Myself / My Blood Relative.
At the NRC, one parent must complete biometric verification. The child's photo and fingerprints will be captured as required for their age (see the table above). An attestation by a parent, guardian, or gazetted officer is required.
Pay the fee based on your selected processing category.
Return to the NADRA office within the specified processing time with your receipt. Alternatively, NADRA can deliver the CRC to your home for an additional PKR 165. Through the Pak ID app, a PDF is available in the ID Vault once approved. When the child turns 18, they must apply for a full CNIC within 90 days — the CRC becomes invalid.