Pakistan’s National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced biometric verification for its Pak ID mobile app, aiming to strengthen security for overseas Pakistanis, especially those living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The app, which allows users to apply for various identity documents, including the Smart National ID Card for Overseas Pakistanis, will now require biometric authentication when logging in from a new device, NADRA announced.
In a statement, NADRA explained that the new security feature is designed to safeguard users’ personal information, prevent unauthorized access, and reduce the risk of identity theft or misuse of Pak ID accounts.
The Pak ID app simplifies the process of applying for and renewing identity documents, allowing Pakistanis both in the country and abroad to handle these tasks directly from their smartphones without needing to visit NADRA service centres.
By adding biometric verification, NADRA aims to provide users with more secure access to its digital ID services, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected.
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