Overseas Pakistanis cautioned against 'unauthorised' Nadra centres

LONDON: The Pakistan High Commission London has cautioned overseas Pakistanis against “some self-styled NADRA Information Centres” operating in various parts of the United Kingdom.

The High Commission clarified these “NADRA Information Centres” are unauthorised entities and not sanctioned by the High Commission or any of its Consulates General offices, according to a statement.

It said since such bureaus have no official authorisation to operate, the High Commission and its Consulates will not be responsible for incorrect and out of date information that is provided by such centres.

“It may be noted that on a number of occasions, applicants have faced difficulties in NICOP processing due to fudging in their applications which have at times resulted in their NADRA cards being delayed and in some cases, blocked, “ reads the statement.

Furthermore, it said, applicants are advised to avoid sharing personal data at such centres as they risk providing their sensitive information which can possibly be used in the future for fraudulent activities.

The purported “NADRA Information Centres” are also warned that any use of the official logo or name of the Government of Pakistan is illegal and liable to prosecution.

It is further informed that authorised NADRA surgeries are conducted only by the High Commission in London and its Consulates across the UK to facilitate the community in different parts of the UK.

The fee structure for normal NICOPs is Pound (£44) and Pound £ 72 for executive .

It further said that the for NADRA cards issued during the surgeries, an additional £10 is charged along with the rates mentioned above.

“The Pakistani community members, in their own interest, are advised to exercise caution in this regard as NADRA cards are a sensitive document. The High Commission will bear no responsibility for any problems that may occur a result of such activities.”