The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced special working arrangements for its overseas registration centers. The announcement concerns Iqbal Day, which falls on Monday, November 9, 2026.
According to an official notice, NADRA registration centers and counters operating outside Pakistan will follow their respective Pakistani missions’ schedules. This means their working hours will depend on the opening and closing times of local Pakistani embassies or consulates.
The authority has clarified that overseas registration facilities will not follow one fixed schedule worldwide. Instead, each center will operate according to the arrangements announced by its relevant Pakistani diplomatic mission.
This announcement is important for overseas Pakistanis planning to visit NADRA centers on Iqbal Day. People who need identity registration services should check their local embassy or consulate’s working hours before visiting.
Services available through these facilities include applications for the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP). Applicants may need to plan their visits according to the operating schedules of their respective locations.
NADRA provides various registration and identity-related services to Pakistanis living abroad. Its overseas registration counters help citizens access important documentation services without travelling to Pakistan.
These facilities are part of the authority’s wider efforts to improve access for overseas communities. NADRA has also introduced convenient registration arrangements in different countries. These initiatives include on-the-spot registration facilities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
However, the latest notice specifically addresses the working arrangements for November 9. Overseas Pakistanis should confirm whether their local registration counter will remain open. They should also verify the available service hours before making travel arrangements.
For further assistance, citizens can contact NADRA through its official helpline. The authority’s helpline number is 051-111786100. Additional information about registration services is available through its official website.
Overseas Pakistanis can visit www.nadra.gov.pk for relevant updates and service information. Checking the official details beforehand can help applicants avoid unnecessary visits.
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The announcement provides guidance for Pakistanis living abroad who may need registration services on Iqbal Day. Following the schedules of local Pakistani missions will help them plan their visits accordingly.
