CNIC (NADRA ID) Tracking 2025: How to Check Status of Pakistan Identity Card Through NADRA

Last updated: Nov 3, 2025

Easily Track Your Pakistani NADRA ID Card

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Key takeaways:

Online Tracking: Check CNIC (NADRA ID) status online using your tracking ID on the NADRA website.

SMS Tracking: Use CNIC tracking via SMS by sending your application tracking ID to 8400.

Direct Contact: For assistance, contact NADRA directly at +92-51-111-786-100.

Table of Contents

CNIC tracking: How to check your NADRA ID application status online

What you’ll need

Your 12-digit NADRA Tracking ID number
A PAK Identity account (for online tracking)

Track online (PAK Identity portal)

Go to PAK Identity (Pak ID).
Sign in and accept the terms.
Select CNIC/NICOP and then select “Apply Now”.
Open Existing Applications.
Choose your Tracking ID to view current status and details.

Track applications submitted via a foreign mission

Open the PAK ID Tracking page.
Enter your 12-digit NADRA Tracking ID number.
Reload the code if needed and complete the Captcha. Then, select Check Status.

Track by SMS (8400)

Open your phone’s messaging app.
Type your application Tracking ID.
Send to 8400.
You’ll receive a status message from NADRA.

What your status means

In process: Your application has been received and is in the queue.
Verification: Documents/biometrics are being verified.
Printing: Your card is being printed.
Dispatched: Your card has been sent to your address/mission.
Ready for collection: Collect as instructed in your status message.

Troubleshooting

“Invalid Tracking ID”: Remove spaces/hyphens, and try again. Confirm the ID from your receipt/email.
Captcha not loading: Click Reload, switch networks, or try a different browser.
No record found / very new application: Check again later.
SMS not delivered: Ensure you’re texting 8400, check roaming/SMS permissions, and retry.

When to contact NADRA

Call +92-51-111-786-100 if:

Your status hasn’t changed for an extended period.
Your personal details appear incorrect.
You’ve lost your Tracking ID and cannot recover it via PAK Identity.

FAQ

Can I track without logging in? Yes. You can use the SMS 8400 method with your Tracking ID.

Can someone else check my status for me? Only if you share your Tracking ID. Share it carefully.

I applied at a foreign mission – do I track differently? Yes. Use the PAK ID Tracking page with your 12-digit Tracking ID and complete the Captcha.

I lost my Tracking ID. What now? You can retrieve it from your receipt or confirmation email/SMS, or you can contact NADRA support.