NADRA Unveils Digital Identity System, Pilot Launch Set for Independence Day 2025

Pakistan Introduces First Digital ID Card, Marking a Major Digital Transformation

Pakistan has taken a groundbreaking step in digital transformation with the launch of its first dematerialized digital identity card. The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) introduced the initiative as part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, signaling a shift towards a more secure and efficient identification system.

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The digital ID will be integrated into the Pak ID mobile app, allowing citizens to store and access their identity cards on smartphones. A digital verification system is also in development, enabling instant and secure authentication for various services. The pilot phase of this initiative is scheduled to begin on Independence Day 2025 under the World Bank-backed Digital Economy Project.

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A special ceremony at NADRA headquarters marked this significant achievement, with key dignitaries in attendance, including founding Chairman Major General (Retd.) Zahid Ehsan. Federal Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi praised the initiative, calling it a revolutionary step in identity management.

To commemorate NADRA’s 25-year journey, the State Bank of Pakistan issued a special coin, while Pakistan Post released a commemorative postage stamp. A documentary highlighting NADRA’s contributions and achievements was also screened at the event.

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