Child Registration Certificate (CRC / B-Form)
This is a clear, parent-friendly guide to get a Child Registration Certificate (CRC / B-Form) in Pakistan. No agents. No confusion. Just the correct process.
What Is a CRC / B-Form?
A CRC (commonly called B-Form) is the official identity record of a child under 18 issued by NADRA.
Without it, your child cannot get a passport, Smart Card at 18, or many government services.
Who Needs a CRC?
A CRC is required if:
Child is under 18 years
Parents want passport, school records, or future CNIC
Child was never registered with NADRA
Delay today = problems later.
Types of CRC
Manual CRC (Old B-Form)
Without biometrics
Being phased out
Smart CRC (Recommended)
With child’s photo & biometrics (age-based)
Faster verification
Future-ready
Mentor advice: Always choose Smart CRC.
Documents Required
Bring originals:
Child’s Birth Certificate (Union Council / Hospital)
Parents’ CNIC / Smart CNIC
Parents’ Nikahnama (recommended)
One blood relative CNIC (sometimes required)
No birth certificate = no CRC. Fix that first.
Step-by-Step CRC Application Process
Step 1: Visit NADRA Registration Center
Go to nearest NADRA NRC or Executive Center
Child must be present
Step 2: Token, Photo & Biometrics
Child’s photograph taken
Biometrics if age-eligible
Parents’ biometric verification
Uncooperative child = delays. Plan accordingly.
Step 3: Data Verification
Child name, DOB, parents’ data verified
Family record updated
Check spellings carefully. Errors haunt you later.
Step 4: Fee Payment
Normal, Urgent, Executive options available
Fees vary by service type
Pay officially. Avoid middlemen.
Step 5: Tracking & Collection
Track via SMS or NADRA portal
CRC delivered by courier or collected
Tracking saves weeks.
Online CRC Application (Pak-Identity)
Available if:
Parents’ data already verified
No complex family issues
Process:
Apply via Pak-Identity
Upload documents
Pay fee online
Track delivery
For first-time registrations, physical visit is safer.
Common Reasons CRC Gets Delayed
Missing or unverified birth certificate
Parents’ CNIC expired
Family record mismatch
Spelling inconsistencies
Fix documents first. NADRA won’t guess.
Processing Time (General)
Normal: Up to 30 days
Urgent: 10–15 days
Executive: 7–10 days
Times vary by center.
Important Tips
Register child as early as possible
Use same spelling across all records
Choose Smart CRC
Keep SMS tracking active
Final Word
CRC is your child’s first legal identity in Pakistan.
Neglecting it is careless parenting.
Requirements and timelines may vary based on NADRA regulations.
