Last checked against official source: 10 Nov 2026 By Abubakar Iqbal, Asaan Guide
Applying for a visa, immigration or a child’s passport, and someone asked for your “FRC”? That is NADRA’s Family Registration Certificate, a printout of your family as it is recorded in NADRA’s database. Here is everything about the FRC NADRA issues: the fee, the four types, who is eligible and how to apply, re-checked on NADRA’s official pages on 10 November 2026.
Quick answer
NADRA issues the FRC in the executive category only (1 day). The fee is Rs 1,000 for one family type or Rs 2,000 for both. The only requirement NADRA lists is your 13-digit ID number (CRC, Juvenile Card, CNIC, NICOP or POC), and every family member should already be registered with NADRA.
Official page: NADRA – Family Registration Certificate
NADRA FRC fee 2026
| FRC | Normal | Urgent | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRC (Alpha / Beta / Gama family) | Not offered | Not offered | Rs 1,000 (1 day) |
| FRC (Both) | Not offered | Not offered | Rs 2,000 (1 day) |
NADRA’s fee table uses the words Alpha / Beta / Gama family, while the FRC page uses By Birth, By Marriage, By Adoption and By All. The FRC page says “By All” includes both alpha and beta family members, which matches the Rs 2,000 “Both” line. NADRA does not spell out the rest of the mapping, so if you are unsure which fee applies to you, ask at the counter before paying.
Types of FRC
| Type | What it shows |
|---|---|
| By Birth | Your parents and siblings |
| By Marriage | Your spouse and children |
| By Adoption | Your guardian and adopted family members |
| By All | Both alpha and beta family members |
Which one do you need? Go by exactly what the embassy, office or form asks for, by birth (parents and siblings) or by marriage (spouse and children). If they don’t say, ask them before you pay, since the two-type FRC costs double.
What is an FRC used for?
NADRA issues the FRC under Rule 19 of the NADRA (NIC) Rules, 2002, as proof of family composition. It is generally used for immigration, visa processing and other legal or administrative purposes. DGI&P also accepts an FRC (or a B-Form) for the passport of a child under 10; see our passport fee 2026 guide.
Who is eligible and documents needed
- Your 13-digit ID number: CRC (B-Form), Juvenile Card, CNIC, NICOP or POC.
- All family members should be registered with NADRA with a valid 13-digit ID. NADRA notes that some unregistered members, deceased or (in certain cases) alive, can be included using the details you provide.
How to apply for an FRC
At a NADRA Registration Centre
- Go to a NADRA Registration Centre with your original CNIC (or your child’s CRC / Juvenile Card).
- Ask for an FRC and say which type you need (By Birth, By Marriage, By Adoption or By All).
- Check the family members on screen. If someone is missing, ask the operator why before you pay.
- Pay Rs 1,000 or Rs 2,000 and keep the receipt. NADRA lists 1 day for processing.
On the Pak ID app
NADRA’s homepage says you can get your CNIC, FRC or other identity documents “through NADRA Centres or the PakID Mobile App”. However, the FRC page itself lists only the NADRA Registration Centre process. If you want to try online, open the official Pak ID app and look for the FRC option; if you can’t find it, use a centre.
Common problems
- A family member is missing: the FRC is built from NADRA records, so that person needs to be registered with NADRA (or declared, where NADRA allows it).
- Your CNIC has expired: renew it first; see the NADRA ID card renewal fee guide.
- Your child has no B-Form yet: children appear with their CRC; see how to apply for a B-Form.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NADRA FRC fee in 2026?
Rs 1,000 for one family type or Rs 2,000 for both, executive category only, according to NADRA’s fee table.
How long does an FRC take?
NADRA lists 1 day (executive).
What documents do I need for an FRC?
NADRA lists only the applicant’s 13-digit ID number (CRC, Juvenile Card, CNIC, NICOP or POC). Family members should already be registered with NADRA.
What is the FRC used for?
Immigration, visa processing and other legal or administrative purposes, according to NADRA. The passport office also accepts it for children under 10.
Can I get an FRC online?
NADRA’s homepage mentions FRC through the Pak ID app, but the FRC page shows only the centre process. Try the app, and use a NADRA centre if the option is not there.
Can a child apply with a B-Form number?
Yes. NADRA lists the CRC (B-Form) as one of the accepted 13-digit IDs.
More NADRA guides are in our NADRA & ID Cards section.
Official links and helplines
- NADRA FRC page: https://www.nadra.gov.pk/identityDocument/certificates/frc?tab=frc
- NADRA fee structure: https://www.nadra.gov.pk/feeStructure
- NADRA helpline: 1777 (24/7) · +92 51 111 786 100 · csd@nadra.gov.pk
Related guides
- NADRA ID card renewal fee 2026
- Passport fee in Pakistan 2026
- How to apply for a NADRA B-Form
- Police character certificate in Punjab
Last checked against official source: 10 Nov 2026 (NADRA FRC page and NADRA fee page).
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