How to get a Disability Certificate (Suborno Nagorik Card) in Bangladesh — application, documents and fee

Quick answer

Persons with disabilities are identified and registered through the Department of Social Services survey and receive an ID card (Suborno Nagorik Card), needed for allowances and benefits. It is usually issued by the Union Parishad chairman (rural areas), the municipality mayor/councillor (pourashava areas) or the ward councillor of the city corporation (city areas). Forms, documents and fees vary slightly by office.

Who can apply

Residents of the area / the person concerned, or their guardian, can apply.

Documents required

Copy of the applicant's National ID (NID) or online birth registration certificate
Recent passport-size photograph(s)
Proof of permanent/present address (e.g. holding tax receipt or utility bill) where needed

Steps

Find your ward/union office (Union Parishad, pourashava or city corporation ward office).
Write an application on the prescribed form or plain paper (or fill the online form where available).
Attach copies of the required documents, pay the fee and take a receipt.
Local verification (by the ward member/councillor) may be done.
Collect the signed and sealed certificate and check all names and addresses.

Processing time: Usually 1–3 working days (varies by office)

Common mistakes

Applying to the wrong ward/union office
Name spelling mismatch between NID and birth registration
Not checking names and address on the certificate
Paying middlemen extra — always take a receipt

Official source

FAQ

Where do I get a Disability Certificate (Suborno Nagorik Card)?

From the office of the Union Parishad chairman (rural areas), the municipality mayor/councillor (pourashava areas) or the ward councillor of the city corporation (city areas). Many unions/pourashavas also accept applications at the Union Digital Centre or online.

How much does a Disability Certificate (Suborno Nagorik Card) cost?

Fees vary by local government office and are often nominal. Ask the office for the official fee and take a receipt.

Can I get the certificate from this website?

No. NagorikSheba is an independent information platform — certificates are issued only by the relevant government/local government office.

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