NADRA CNIC Signature Policy Clarifies – N/A on ID Card is Valid
NADRA Clarifies CNIC Signature Policy – N/A on ID Card is Valid NADRA Official Clarification About CNIC Signatures “N/A” on your CNIC signature section is completely valid NADRA has officially clarified that providing a signature while applying for a CNIC for the first time is optional. This clarification helps many citizens who are unable to sign due to illiteracy or other reasons. If a citizen does not provide a signature, the CNIC will display “N/A” in the signature section. What Happens If You Cannot Sign? According to NADRA, if an applicant: Does not want to sign Is unable to sign due to illiteracy Has difficulty signing physically Then the CNIC will officially show (N/A) in place of the signature. Why Thumb Impressions Are Not Printed NADRA also explained that thumb impressions or any other marks are not printed in the signature section of the CNIC. This policy helps: Prevent fraud and forgery Protect biometric information Avoid unauthorized misuse Important Warning for Mobile App Applications While submitting your CNIC application through the NADRA mobile app, never upload a thumb impression or any symbol image in the signature section. Doing so may create issues in processing your application. How to Add or Change Signature Later Citizens who already have a CNIC can later: Add a new signature Update an existing signature This can be done by submitting a Modification Request to NADRA. Signature updates can also be made during CNIC renewal. Final Words If your CNIC contains “N/A” in the signature field, there is no need to worry. It is fully valid according to NADRA’s official policy. Useful Guides on BISP8171Check.com BISP 8171 Online Check Portal 8171 Web Portal Complete Guide BISP Registration Check by CNIC Ehsaas Program 8171 Details Official Source: www.nadra.gov.pk