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NADRA Divorce Certificate Services in Pakistan

Get Your NADRA Divorce Certificate

A NADRA Divorce Certificate is an essential legal document issued after a divorce is officially registered with the Union Council or Arbitration Council in Pakistan. Without this computerized certificate, the divorce has no official recognition for immigration, remarriage, or record-updating purposes.

Our law firm assists individuals across Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi, as well as overseas Pakistanis, in obtaining their computerized NADRA Divorce Certificates swiftly and legally. We manage all documentation, registration, and follow-up procedures so that our clients receive verified certificates in as little as 24–48 hours.

What Is a NADRA Divorce Certificate?

A Divorce Registration Certificate (DRC) is a computerized document issued by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) once a divorce has been properly registered.

It contains:

  • Full names and CNICs of both spouses
  • Date of divorce issuance and registration
  • Union Council or Arbitration Council details
  • Official stamp and signature of the issuing authority
  • NADRA reference number

This document serves as legal proof of dissolution of marriage and is required by government departments, courts, embassies, and foreign immigration authorities.

Family lawyer explaining NADRA Divorce Certificate process in Pakistan

Why You Need a NADRA Divorce Certificate

Without a computerized divorce certificate, you may face legal complications such as:

  • Rejection of visa or immigration applications

  • Problems in remarriage registration

  • Issues in inheritance or property division

  • Challenges while updating CNIC or passport records

  • Non-acceptance by foreign embassies

Therefore, registering the divorce and obtaining the NADRA certificate is the final and most crucial step in legally concluding the marriage.

Legal Procedure for Divorce Registration in Pakistan

Under Pakistani family law, especially for Muslims, divorce must go through a proper legal process before NADRA issues the computerized certificate. The steps are as follows:

  1. Issuance of Divorce Notice (Talaq)
     The husband (or wife, in the case of Khula) must send a written notice of divorce to the Union Council or Arbitration Council where the marriage was registered.
  2. Arbitration and Reconciliation Process
     The council forms an arbitration panel and tries reconciliation within 90 days of receiving the notice.
  3. Confirmation of Divorce
     If reconciliation fails within the 90-day period, the council issues a Divorce Effectiveness Certificate confirming that the marriage is dissolved.
  4. Registration and NADRA Issuance
    Once the divorce is registered, NADRA issues the computerized Divorce Registration Certificate (DRC), which is the legal proof recognized by all government bodies.
Female client receiving NADRA Divorce Certificate from legal office Islamabad

Example Timelines and Legal Fee Calculations

Example

Situation

Time Required

Approx. Fee (PKR)

Case 1

Local applicant in Karachi with complete documents

1–2 working days

5,000–7,000

Case 2

Overseas Pakistani using Power of Attorney

3–5 working days

10,000–15,000

Case 3

Divorce notice not yet registered with Union Council

15–30 days (including registration)

20,000–25,000

Case 4

Lost or untraceable certificate reissuance

2–4 working days

6,000–8,000

These examples illustrate the average processing period and legal cost, though the exact figures may vary depending on case complexity and location.

Legal Services

Mohsin Ali Shah, M.A, LL.B. Chairman, Qanoon Group
Phone : +92 316 6644789

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Our Role in Obtaining NADRA Divorce Certificates

Our law firm provides complete assistance from start to finish, including:

  • Registering your divorce with the relevant council
  • Submitting all documentation to NADRA offices
  • Verifying records and correcting any inconsistencies
  • Coordinating attestation from MOFA (if required)
  • Delivering your certificate via courier or email

We handle both Muslim Divorce (Talaq) and Christian Divorce registrations according to Pakistani family laws.

Divorce Certificate for Overseas Pakistanis

If you are living abroad and cannot personally appear in Pakistan, we can process your NADRA Divorce Certificate through a Power of Attorney (PoA).

Our overseas service covers clients residing in:

  • United Arab Emirates (UAE)
  • United Kingdom (UK)
  • United States (USA)
  • Canada
  • Saudi Arabia and European countries
    Process for Overseas Applicants
  1. Prepare a Power of Attorney and get it attested by the Pakistani Embassy in your country.
  2. Send the attested PoA and copies of the required documents to our legal office.
  3. Our legal representatives in Pakistan complete the registration and NADRA process.
  4. Receive your certificate at your doorstep through international courier delivery.

Most clients receive their certificates within 3–5 working days after the documentation reaches our office.

NADRA Divorce Certificate courier delivery for overseas Pakistani clients
Sample of NADRA Divorce Registration Certificate Pakistan

Documents Required for NADRA Divorce Certificate

To apply for the certificate, you must provide:

  • Original CNIC of husband and wife
  • Nikah Nama or Marriage Certificate copy
  • Divorce Deed or notice of Talaq/Khula
  • Proof of Union Council registration
  • CNIC of witnesses (if available)
  • Power of Attorney (for overseas applicants)
  • Passport copies (for international clients)

Our legal team reviews and verifies all documents before submission to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Difference Between Talaq, Khula, and NADRA Divorce Certificate

Type

Definition

Who Initiates

Certificate Issued By

Talaq

Divorce pronounced by husband

Husband

Union Council → NADRA

Khula

Court-granted divorce to wife

Wife (through Family Court)

Family Court → Union Council → NADRA

Separation (Mubarat)

Mutual divorce agreement

Both spouses

Union Council → NADRA

Our law firm handles all three categories and ensures each case is properly registered to obtain a valid certificate.

Real-Life Example

Let’s take a case example:
 Mrs. Ayesha, a Pakistani citizen living in London, was divorced in Pakistan three years ago. However, she never received a computerized NADRA Divorce Certificate. When she applied for UK immigration status update, the embassy refused her application due to the missing document.

Through our law firm:

  • We verified her previous records from the Union Council in Lahore.
  • Processed her NADRA Divorce Certificate in 48 hours.
  • Got it attested from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • Sent the document to her in the UK via DHL courier.

This timely intervention helped her complete her visa process successfully.

Legal Attestation and International Use

Once issued, your NADRA Divorce Certificate may need attestation for international use. We can handle:

  • MOFA Attestation (Pakistan)
  • Embassy Attestation (UK, USA, UAE, etc.)
  • Translation Services (English, Arabic, etc.)

These steps ensure that your certificate is legally valid worldwide for immigration, visa, or remarriage procedures.

How Long Does It Take to Get a NADRA Divorce Certificate?

Typical processing times:

  • Within Pakistan: 1–2 working days
  • For Overseas Pakistanis: 3–5 working days
  • Duplicate/Re-issuance: 2–4 working days

Our firm also offers urgent processing services for embassy submission or legal deadlines.

Why Choose Our NADRA Divorce Certificate Services

✅ Fast & Hassle-Free Processing – Certificates ready in 24–48 hours
 ✅ Experienced Family Lawyers – Experts in family and divorce law
 ✅ Legal Accuracy Guaranteed – Applications filed correctly to avoid rejection
 ✅ Support for Overseas Pakistanis – Power of Attorney-based service
 ✅ End-to-End Legal Assistance – From registration to final certificate delivery

Peace of Mind Through Legal Precision

Our firm ensures every case is handled confidentially and according to Pakistani family law. Whether you are within Pakistan or abroad, we guarantee authentic, traceable, and verifiable certificates that meet all official requirements.

Contact Our NADRA Divorce Certificate Experts

We provide professional NADRA certificate services through our offices in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi, and handle overseas cases for Pakistani citizens globally.

📞 Phone / WhatsApp: +92 336 3747047
 📧 Email: [email protected]
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 🏢 Offices: Karachi | Lahore | Islamabad | Rawalpindi

Get your NADRA Divorce Certificate processed quickly, securely, and with full legal authenticity — without visiting Pakistan in person.