The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced new updates for the B-Form (Child Registration Certificate) for 2025. These updates bring enhanced security features, including fingerprints and photographs, making the new B-Form a mandatory document for passport applications. The initiative aims to safeguard children’s identities and streamline registration processes for children over ten years old.
Enhanced Security Features in the New NADRA B-Form
The Interior Minister of Pakistan, Mohsin Naqvi, recently announced significant updates to the B-Form for children above the age of ten. The new B-Form now includes:
- Fingerprints: To ensure unique identification.
- Photographs: For better security and identity verification.
These enhancements aim to prevent identity theft and protect children’s personal data.
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Deadline for Obtaining the New B-Form
NADRA will begin issuing the updated B-Forms starting from January 15, 2025. Parents are encouraged to get their children’s new B-Forms issued before the deadline to ensure seamless access to essential services such as:
- Educational enrollment
- Government subsidies
- Health services
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Documents Required for the Updated B-Form
To apply for the new B-Form, the following documents are mandatory:
- Child’s Birth Certificate: Must be the latest version with digital verification.
- Parent’s CNIC: A valid Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) is required.
Once the documents are submitted and verified, NADRA will issue a photo-enabled B-Form with all enhanced security features.
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New B-Form Now Mandatory for Passport Applications
The updated B-Form is now an essential document for obtaining a passport. According to Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, the older versions of the B-Form, which lack fingerprints and photographs, will no longer be valid for passport applications.
Parents are urged to obtain the updated B-Form to avoid delays in passport processing.
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Reasons Behind the Enhanced Features
The introduction of advanced security features in the B-Form has been implemented to address several issues:
- Fraudulent Passports: The new system minimizes the risk of fake passport issuance.
- Fake IDs: Fingerprints and photos ensure that identity theft is avoided.
- Human Trafficking: Strengthened identity confirmation reduces exploitation risks.
These measures aim to protect children’s personal information and align NADRA with global security standards.
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Future Reforms in the NADRA System
The Interior Ministry has outlined additional reforms that will further enhance NADRA’s capabilities:
- Advanced Identification Methods:
- Fingerprints
- Photographs
- Iris scans
- Union Council Integration:
- Local civil registration systems will be linked to NADRA for better data synchronization.
- Digital Identification:
- A nationwide push to equip citizens with digital IDs.
- Enhanced functionality for the Pak ID mobile application.
These reforms will make NADRA’s system more robust and user-friendly, benefiting citizens across the country.
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Conclusion
The introduction of the updated Child B-Form by NADRA marks a significant step in improving identity verification processes and reducing fraudulent activities. Starting from January 15, 2025, children above 10 years old will be required to have a B-Form with enhanced security features, including fingerprints and photographs. This document will not only be crucial for passport applications but also for various government services.
Parents are advised to take timely action to ensure their children’s registration is updated. These changes reflect NADRA’s commitment to providing secure and efficient identification solutions for Pakistani citizens.
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