How to make a CNIC copy with both sides on one page
- Take a photo of the front of your CNIC on a dark, plain surface, without flash.
- Drag the four dots onto the corners of the card. The tool straightens it and sizes it to 85.6 × 54 mm, the real size of the NADRA card.
- Take a photo of the back (the side with the address) the same way.
- Choose “Photocopy” under Look if you want the usual black-and-white CNIC copy, or keep colour.
- Download the PDF and print on A4 at Actual size, or download the JPG to upload online.
When you need a CNIC copy
A photocopy of the CNIC, both sides on one sheet, is part of almost every application in Pakistan:
- Bank account opening and cheque-book requests
- Job applications, including FPSC, PPSC and other public service commission and NTS forms that ask for an attested copy
- School, college and university admissions (often the parent’s or guardian’s CNIC)
- Property and rental agreements, vehicle transfer and registration
- Utility connections, passport and licence files
For an attested copy, print the page and have it signed and stamped by the officer the form names (commonly a Grade-17 or higher officer). A digital tool can’t attest; it gives you a clean copy to attest.
Upload limits for online forms
Many online portals want the CNIC as one image or a small PDF. Tick Small file before downloading: the JPG is then made at 150 dpi, which keeps both sides readable while usually staying well under 500 KB. If a portal wants front and back as separate files, download the page twice, with only the front, then only the back, added.
CNIC size and layout
| Card size | 85.6 × 54 mm (ID-1, the same as a bank card) |
|---|---|
| Front | Photo, name, father’s or husband’s name, CNIC number and dates |
| Back | Present and permanent address, plus security features |
| Usual copy | Front above back, centred on A4, black and white |
The same tool works for any other card of the standard size. For a card of another size, choose Custom size and type in its measurements.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a CNIC?
The NADRA smart CNIC is a standard ID-1 card, 85.6 × 54 mm, the same size as a bank card. The tool uses that size, so the copy matches the real card when printed at 100%.
Does it work for the old CNIC and for NICOP?
Yes. The tool works with any card that is 85.6 × 54 mm. If a card is a different size, measure it and enter its width and height under “Card size”.
Can I make a black and white photocopy?
Yes. Choose “Photocopy” under Look. It turns the card into clean black and white with a white background, like a shop photocopy.
A form says “upload CNIC front and back in one image”. Can I do that?
Yes. Use “Download JPG”. You get one image with both sides on it. If the form has a file-size limit, choose the “Small file” option before downloading.
Is it safe to put my CNIC on a website?
Here the card never leaves your phone or computer: the photos are processed by your browser and no copy is sent to us or anyone else. Still, only share CNIC copies with organisations that need them.
Last updated 2026-10-18.