How to apply for a domicile certificate in Pakistan — required documents, where to apply (DC office), the form and fee, and processing time.
A domicile certificate proves your permanent residence in a district and province. It is required for government jobs, educational admissions on a provincial quota, and many official processes. It is issued by the office of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of your district; a PRC (Permanent Residence Certificate) is a related document.
You apply once (a person can hold only one domicile). Gather proof of residence and identity, submit the form at the DC office, and collect the certificate after verification.
Gather your CNIC, Form-B, father's/husband's CNIC and domicile if applicable, proof of residence (utility bill, rent agreement or property papers), educational certificates and passport-size photos.
Obtain the domicile application form from the DC office (or its website/e-Khidmat centre where available).
Complete the form and attach attested copies of your documents and an affidavit of residence where required.
Submit the application at the Deputy Commissioner's office or a facilitation (e-Khidmat Markaz) centre and pay the fee.
Your residence and particulars are verified by the concerned staff.
Collect your domicile certificate after processing; keep several attested copies for future use.
Your CNIC, Form-B, a parent/spouse CNIC, proof of residence (utility bill or property/rent papers), educational certificates, photos and an affidavit. Requirements vary by district.
At the office of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of your district, or a facilitation/e-Khidmat centre where available.
No. A person can hold only one domicile. Applying for a second one in another district is not allowed.