Here’s the step-by-step process for renewal of registration of International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) in Pakistan:
Pre-Renewal Process of Renewal of Registration of INGOs
1. Check eligibility: Ensure the INGO meets renewal criteria.
2. Gather documents: Collect updated documents, including:
– Registered office address proof
– Constitution/ Memorandum of Association
– Articles of Association
– Bylaws
– Proof of registration with home country authorities (if applicable)
– Audited financial statements for the past three years
– Proof of funding
– List of board members
3. Calculate renewal fee: Pay PKR 20,000 to PKR 50,000 (approximately USD 120-300) depending on the category.
Renewal Application For Registration of INGOs
1. Submit renewal application: Submit the renewal form (available on the Ministry of Interior’s website or at their office) along with required documents.
2. Attach additional documents: Provide updated documents, if any.
3. Pay renewal fee: Pay the renewal fee.
Verification and Background Check
1. Verification of documents: Ministry verifies submitted documents.
2. Background check: Ministry conducts background check on the INGO and its representatives.
3. Security clearance: Obtain security clearance from relevant authorities.
Registration Renewal
1. Renewal approval: Ministry approves or rejects the renewal application.
2. Issuance of renewed registration certificate: If approved, Ministry issues a renewed registration certificate.
Timeline
1. Renewal application submission: 1-3 months
2. Verification and background check: 3-6 months
3. Renewal approval: 2-4 months
4. Total duration: 6-13 months
Contact Information
1. Ministry of Interior, Government of Pakistan
– Phone: +92 91 9200535
– Email: info@interior.gov.pk
2. National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA)
– Phone: +92 91 9221333
– Email: info@nadra.gov.pk
Additional Requirements
1. Annual reporting: Submit annual reports to the Ministry of Interior.
2. Audited financial statements: Provide audited financial statements for the past three years.
3. Compliance with Pakistani laws: Ensure compliance with Pakistani laws and regulations.
Please note that these steps and timelines may vary depending on the complexity of the application and the efficiency of the authorities. It’s essential to consult the Ministry of Interior’s website or contact relevant authorities for the most up-to-date information.
