How to correct your National Identity Card sitting at home
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You can now correct your National Identity Card (NID) online right from your home. The application fee can also be paid through mobile banking. If desired, applications can also be submitted through the traditional method at the relevant upazila, thana, or district election office.
However, to apply online, you must first be a registered voter and sign up on the Election Commission's NID services portal. For registration, you will need your NID number, an active mobile number, date of birth, and address-related information.
Services Available Online
After registration, a voter can access the following services:
View profile information
Find out voting center information
Apply for correction or update of NID information
Apply for a change of address or voting area
Apply for the reprinting of a lost or damaged card
Book an appointment to change photo and signature
Check the current status of the application
For correcting information, necessary supporting documents must be uploaded online. Required instructions will be available on the website during the application process.
Important Questions and Answers Regarding NID Correction
How to correct card information?
You must apply online or at the upazila, thana, district election office, or the NID Registration Wing. It is mandatory to attach appropriate supporting documents in favor of correcting the incorrect information.
What is required to correct the spelling of a name?
An SSC or equivalent certificate, birth registration, passport, citizenship certificate, proof of employment, marriage certificate, and copies of the NID of parents or spouse can be submitted.
What is the rule for changing the date of birth?
If you have an SSC or equivalent certificate, a copy of it must be submitted. If there is no certificate, other acceptable documents supporting the correct age must be provided. If necessary, a decision will be made through an investigation and medical examination.
How to add the husband's name after marriage?
You must apply by attaching the marriage certificate and a copy of the husband's NID.
What to do to remove the husband's name after a divorce?
You must apply by attaching the divorce certificate.
Can the photo be changed?
Yes. However, to change the photo, you must apply and then appear in person at the scheduled time to complete the biometric process.
How to add or correct the blood group?
A diagnostic report determining the blood group must be submitted.
What is the rule for changing the address?
You must apply at the relevant upazila or thana election office of your current residence. If there is a spelling or factual error within the same voting area, it can be corrected through a general correction application.
How many times can it be corrected?
According to the Election Commission, the same information can generally be corrected only once. However, for the application to be acceptable, there must be appropriate supporting documents.
Source: Bangladesh Election Commission.
