Attestation of Death, Birth, and Other Certificates from MOFA

Guidelines for Attestation of Death, Birth, and Other Certificates

This document provides the procedural requirements for attestation of death certificates, birth registration certificates, identity documents, and police character certificates, ensuring compliance with relevant authorities and legal standards.

I. Death Certificates

1. For Pakistani Nationals:
   • Death certificates issued by NADRA or the Union Council must be accompanied by an ID Card Cancellation Certificate issued by NADRA.
2. For Overseas Pakistanis and Foreign Nationals:
   • Death certificates must be issued by the hospital, bearing the name, seal, and signature of the Medical Superintendent (MS) or Deputy Medical Superintendent (DMS).
   • Additional documents required for attestation include:
     • A verbal note (Note Verbale) from the concerned Embassy,
     • A copy of the deceased’s passport,
     • A valid visa, and
     • Proof of entry into Pakistan.

II. Birth Registration Certificate (BRC)

1. Hospital-Issued Certificates:
   • The certificate must be duly signed and stamped by the Medical Superintendent (MS) or Deputy Medical Superintendent (DMS) of the hospital.
2. Union Council-Issued Certificates:
   • The certificate must be signed and stamped by the Secretary of the concerned Union Council.

III. Copies of CNIC/POC/NICOP

• Copies of CNIC, POC, or NICOP will only be attested as true copies upon presentation of the original document to the attesting officer.

IV. Police Character Certificates

• Police Character Certificates must be issued by the District Police Officer (DPO) of the concerned locality.
• For residents of tribal areas, the certificate must be issued by the relevant Political Agent.

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