A Marriage Registration Certificate (MRC), also known as a NADRA Marriage Registration Certificate or NADRA Marriage Certificate, is an official document confirming the legal registration of a marriage in Pakistan.
A Marriage Registration Certificate (MRC) is issued by the Union Council (UC), Tehsil Municipal Administration (TMA), or Arbitration Council after the registration of a marriage. NADRA facilitates the computerized registration system, but the certificate itself is generally issued through the relevant local government authority and linked to NADRA’s database for record-keeping.
If your marriage is registered in cities such as Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, or Faisalabad, we can assist you in obtaining a computerized Marriage Registration Certificate on your behalf.
The NADRA-linked Marriage Registration Certificate is a valid and strong legal document that serves as proof of marriage in Pakistan. It is issued in both Urdu Nikah Nama and English Marriage Certificate formats. These computerized certificates are widely accepted and can be used in all legal forums across the country.
There are two types of Marriage Registration Certificates:
Manual Marriage Certificate (Urdu Nikah Nama)
NADRA Computerized Marriage Registration Certificate
Nikah Nama is a four-copy manual and legal document. The Nikah Registrar completes all formalities of the Nikah Nama, which is then signed by the bride, groom, and witnesses. After completion, one copy is provided to the bride and another to the groom.
In Islamic marriage, the Nikah Nama is an important legal record. It is prepared by the Nikah Khawan or Nikah Registrar.
The NADRA Marriage Registration Certificate is a computerized marriage certificate. It is not directly issued by NADRA, but is prepared and issued by the Union Council (UC), TMA, or Arbitration Council and linked with NADRA’s record system.
The Marriage Registration Certificate includes the details of the bride and groom in both Urdu and English.
A Marriage Registration Certificate is accepted by foreign authorities and is commonly required when applying for a family visa or spouse visa for countries such as the USA and the UK. It serves as official proof of marriage and is recognized internationally because it is issued by the Government of Pakistan.
The requirements for a NADRA Marriage Registration Certificate include:
Urdu Nikah Nama
CNICs of both bride and groom
CNICs of the bride’s and groom’s fathers
CNIC of the Nikah Khawan
Passport copies (in case of foreign nationals)
Our firm can assist you in obtaining a NADRA Marriage Registration Certificate in any city across Pakistan. Feel free to consult our team for a smooth and convenient MRC process.
