ISLAMABAD: Overseas Pakistanis no longer need to navigate through the complexities of physical visits and extensive paperwork to grant Power of Attorney (PoA) in their home country. The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a convenient digital PoA service, simplifying the process significantly.
This groundbreaking initiative breaks down geographical barriers, enabling anyone holding a valid National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP), Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC), or Pakistan Origin Card (POC) to authorize PoA to individuals residing within Pakistan.
The entire procedure can be swiftly completed in just six simple steps:
- Qualify as an overseas Pakistani.
- Possess valid identification documents for yourself, your attorney, and any witnesses (CNIC/NICOP/POC).
- Maintain a valid email address, contact number, and mailing address outside Pakistan.
- Collect biometric data (fingerprints) for yourself and two witnesses and proceed with a seamless online payment using a credit or debit card.
- Scan a copy of the original PoA, complete with signatures, thumb impressions, and your photograph.
- Accurate details for your attorney and witnesses are essential.
For those engaging with international partners, it’s crucial to note that foreign individuals must visit the relevant Pakistani Mission Abroad for final attestation after receiving approval from their local authorities.
