It has come to the knowledge of this High Commission as well as authorities of National Database Registration Authority (NADRA), Ministry of Interior, Government of Pakistan that some unscrupulous and unauthorized elements in South Africa have engaged in exploiting Pakistan nationals by charging heavy fees for processing their CNICs/POCs/NICOPs. This practice is not only immoral but also illegal. The violators can be charged as per under the relevant rules and regulations.
The Members of Pakistan community and South Africans of Pakistan origin are advised not to pay exorbitant fees for online processing of their cases for obtaining various documents related to NADRA. They are also directed to report charging of such heavy fees directly to NADRA authorities as well as to this Mission.
Pretoria
14 May, 2018