A Nadra cancellation certificate is a document issued by the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) in Pakistan. This certificate is given to individuals whose identity cards (CNIC) have been cancelled for any reason such as loss, theft, or duplication. The Nadra cancellation certificate serves as proof that the CNIC has been cancelled and that the individual is no longer registered with Nadra under that who have requested the cancellation of their National Identity Card (NIC) or other related documents such as a Smart Card, Child Registration Certificate (CRC), or Machine Readable Passport (MRP).
The purpose of obtaining a Nadra cancellation certificate is to formally cancel the previously issued document to prevent any misuse or fraudulent use of it in the future. It also helps individuals to apply for a new document without any complications.
To obtain a Nadra cancellation certificate, the individual needs to provide relevant information such as their national identification number, a valid reason for cancellation, and any supporting documents if required. The process of obtaining the certificate may take several days and involves verification by the Nadra officials.
It is important to note that a Nadra cancellation certificate cannot be used as a replacement for a lost or stolen identification document. In such cases, the individual is required to follow a separate process for obtaining a new document.