A Marriage Certificate is a legal document that officially registers a marital union in Pakistan. It is issued by either the Union Council (under the Nikah Nama) or NADRA (for a computerized certificate). Below is a step-by-step guide to applying for one:

1. Registration at the Union Council (Traditional Process)

• Step 1: After the Nikah ceremony, the Nikah Registrar (Nikah Khawan) submits the signed Nikah Nama (marriage contract) to the local Union Council.
• Step 2: The couple (with witnesses) must visit the Union Council office within the bride’s jurisdiction to register the marriage.
• Step 3: Submit required documents:
  • Original Nikah Nama (Bilingual Urdu/English)
  • Copies of the bride & groom’s CNICs
  • Copies of witnesses' CNICs (2 witnesses required)
  • copyright-sized photographs
• Step 4: Pay the nominal registration fee (varies by Union Council).
• Step 5: Receive the Marriage Registration Certificate (MRC) from the Union Council.

2. Obtaining a NADRA Marriage Certificate (Computerized)

• Step 1: Ensure your marriage is registered with the Union Council first (as above).
• Step 2: Visit the nearest NADRA Registration Center (NRC) or apply online via the NADRA website.
• Step 3: Submit documents:
  • Union Council-issued Marriage Registration Certificate (MRC)
  • Original CNICs of both spouses
  • Witness details (if required)
• Step 4: Pay the processing fee (around PKR 500-1,000).
• Step 5: Collect the NADRA-issued Marriage Certificate (usually processed in 7-14 days).

Important Notes:

✔ Validity: A NADRA Marriage Certificate is widely accepted for visas, bank accounts, and legal matters.
✔ Legal Help: If facing delays or issues, consult a family law expert (e.g., AdvocateInLahore.com).

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