NADRA will close all offices in Islamabad on April 9–10, 2026 under the ICT local holiday notice, while Rawalpindi offices stay open and some services remain on Pak ID.
Key Takeaways
- NADRA confirmed that all offices in Islamabad Capital Territory will remain closed on April 9 and 10, 2026 due to the local holiday notification.
- The closure applies to all NADRA offices in Islamabad on Thursday and Friday, affecting routine walk-in services.
- NADRA mega centres (24/7) will shut from 8:00am Thursday until 8:00am Saturday.
- NADRA offices in Rawalpindi will continue operating, offering an alternative for urgent in-person needs.
- Some services will remain available for Islamabad residents through the Pak ID mobile app during the closure period.
What NADRA announced for Islamabad
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced that all of its offices in the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) will remain closed on April 9 and 10, 2026. The shutdown follows the local holiday notification issued by the Islamabad administration.
In its public notice, NADRA said the closure applies to all Islamabad offices on Thursday and Friday. This means routine services that depend on physical visits—such as fresh applications, document verification steps, and collection of certain outputs—may not be available at ICT counters during those two days.
For many residents, NADRA closures matter because identity and registration services are time-sensitive. When offices shut even temporarily, it can delay travel plans, job documentation, exam registrations, and banking or SIM-related verification that requires CNIC processing.
Mega centres timing and what it means in practice
NADRA also clarified a specific schedule for its mega centres that normally operate round the clock. According to the notice, these mega centres will remain shut from 8:00am on Thursday until 8:00am on Saturday.
That detail is important because many people rely on mega centres for extended-hour service, especially those who work during normal office hours. A closure that runs across two full working days plus an overnight window can create a backlog for urgent requests.
If you had a planned visit to an Islamabad mega centre, treat the 8:00am Thursday to 8:00am Saturday period as a complete blackout for in-person service in ICT, and plan accordingly.
Rawalpindi offices remain open as an alternative
While Islamabad offices are closing, NADRA said its Rawalpindi offices will continue operating as usual. For citizens in the twin cities, this provides a practical alternative for urgent in-person needs during the closure period.
However, demand may rise in Rawalpindi as Islamabad residents shift across. If you plan to visit a Rawalpindi office, expect heavier footfall, longer queues, and potentially slower token movement than on regular days.
To reduce the risk of wasted travel, confirm the specific branch timing before leaving and carry all required documents. If your case requires ICT-specific verification or jurisdiction-based handling, ask at the counter whether your request can be processed in Rawalpindi.
Services you can still use through the Pak ID app
NADRA said several services will remain available to Islamabad residents through the Pak ID mobile application during the shutdown. This is intended to reduce disruption while physical counters are closed.
In general, app-based services can help with tasks that do not require immediate biometric capture or physical document collection. For example, citizens may be able to initiate applications, upload documents, track progress, or use digital identity features where supported.
Even if you submit a request through Pak ID during the holidays, any step that requires in-person biometric verification may still be processed after offices reopen. So the app is best used to start the workflow early and reduce later waiting time.
Why closures are spreading across Islamabad and what to do now
NADRA’s closure adds to a growing list of service disruptions in Islamabad over the past two days. Authorities have already announced local holidays, the closure of schools and colleges, restrictions on heavy vehicle movement, and the temporary shutdown of several public hiking trails.
For residents, the pattern suggests a period of heightened administrative and security arrangements in the capital. In such windows, public services can shift quickly, and short notices can change schedules.
If you have a time-bound NADRA need, the safest approach is to plan around the closure: use Pak ID where possible, shift urgent in-person work to Rawalpindi, and keep digital copies of documents ready. Once ICT offices reopen, arrive early to avoid a likely post-holiday rush.
