CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT
Citizenship by Descent Lawyers in Islamabad and Peshawar
Acquiring Pakistani nationality through parentage can be a challenging legal process. Our team of professional CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT Lawyers in islamabad And peshawar assists clients in preparing applications, managing documentation, and pursuing legal remedies under the Pakistan Citizenship Act, 1951 and the Citizenship Rules, 1952.
We represent clients before NADRA, the Ministry of Interior, and the High Courts, ensuring that every case is handled with precision and care.
Understanding Citizenship by Descent
Under Pakistani law, children of Pakistani citizens can claim nationality even if born abroad. The key provisions are:
- Section 4 (Citizenship by Descent): Defines eligibility through Pakistani parents.
- Section 5 (Citizenship of persons born outside Pakistan): Conditions for children born overseas.
NADRA & Ministry of Interior procedures: Required for documentation, verification, and issuance of nationality documents (NICOP, CNIC, FRC, passports).
Courts Handling Citizenship by Descent Cases
When disputes arise, applicants can approach the courts. Our CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT Lawyers in islamabad and CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT Lawyers in peshawar regularly represent clients in such matters.
- Islamabad High Court (IHC): Many cases are filed here since NADRA Headquarters and the Ministry of Interior are based in Islamabad. The IHC is the primary forum for Citizenship by Descent Courts in Islamabad cases.
- Peshawar High Court (PHC): Handles citizenship disputes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Our lawyers represent clients in Citizenship by Descent Courts in Peshawar for NADRA refusals and verification issues.
- Supreme Court of Pakistan: In rare cases, appeals are taken to the apex court for final interpretation of nationality laws.
Services We Provide
As experienced CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT Lawyers in islamabad And peshawar, we offer:
- Advice on eligibility under the Pakistan Citizenship Act, 1951
- Assistance in preparing and submitting applications to NADRA
- Representations before the Ministry of Interior
- Writ petitions before the Islamabad High Court and Peshawar High Court
- Legal support for overseas Pakistanis seeking nationality for their children
Common Citizenship by Descent Issues
Our lawyers assist with:
- Applications for children born abroad to Pakistani parents
- Cases of Pakistani mothers married to foreign nationals
- Refusals or delays by NADRA in processing citizenship claims
- Dual nationality documentation disputes
- Urgent relief in the High Courts where delays affect education, travel, or residency
Our Legal Representation in Islamabad & Peshawar
- In Islamabad: We represent clients before NADRA HQ, the Ministry of Interior, and the Islamabad High Court for all matters relating to Citizenship by Descent Courts in Islamabad.
- In Peshawar: Our team manages cases before NADRA regional offices and the Peshawar High Court, providing reliable representation in Citizenship by Descent Courts in Peshawar.
Contact Us
If you are looking for trusted CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT Lawyers in islamabad And peshawar, our firm is ready to assist. Whether your case involves straightforward documentation or requires High Court litigation, our experienced team is here to provide professional support.
CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT
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Contact
- Chamber of, Nouman Muhib Kakakhel, Yousaf Riaz Block, Judicial Complex, opposite to Serena Hotel, PTCL Colony, Peshawar, 25000, Pakistan
- office@nmklegal.com
- +92334 4440844