How to Get the Verified Badge on Aswaaqo (CNIC Verification Guide)
Written by Content Manager, Aswaaqo Team · · Updated · 1 min read
In short
To get the verified badge on Aswaaqo, open My Business, go to the Verified tab, upload clear photos of the front and back of your CNIC and tap Submit for Verification. The Aswaaqo team checks it by hand, usually within 1 to 2 business days. If it is rejected you see the reason and can resubmit up to 2 times.
Customers ordering from a shop for the first time want to know it's real. The verified badge on Aswaaqo tells them the owner's identity has been checked by a person on the Aswaaqo team.
Why get verified?
- More trust from first-time customers.
- Better conversion: shoppers comparing two shops often pick the verified one.
- Fewer fake listings across the platform, which helps every honest shop.
How to get verified, step by step
- Open My Business in the Aswaaqo app.
- Go to the Verified tab.
- Upload a clear photo of the front of your CNIC.
- Upload a clear photo of the back of your CNIC.
- Tap Submit for Verification.
- Wait 1–2 business days for the review.
Why verifications get rejected
| Reason | Fix |
|---|---|
| Blurry or dark photo | Retake in daylight, hold the phone steady |
| Card cropped | Show all four corners |
| Glare hides details | Tilt slightly away from the light |
| Front/back mixed up | Upload each side in its own slot |
If rejected you see the reason and can resubmit up to 2 times.
Is my CNIC safe?
Your CNIC is used only to verify you. It is not shown on your store page — customers only see the badge.
After you are verified
Share your store link, collect reviews and run an opening offer. Next steps: how to sell online in Pakistan and 10 ways to increase sales.
New to Aswaaqo? Read what Aswaaqo is or add your business.
Frequently asked questions
How long does verification take?
Usually 1 to 2 business days after you submit your CNIC photos.
What if my verification is rejected?
You will see the reason. Fix it — usually a blurry or cropped photo — and resubmit. You can resubmit up to 2 times.
Is my CNIC shown to customers?
No. Your CNIC is used only for verification by the Aswaaqo team. Customers only see the verified badge.
Keep reading
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- How to Order Groceries Online in Pakistan With Cash on Delivery (2026 Guide) — To order groceries online in Pakistan with cash on delivery, open Aswaaqo, sign in with your mobile number, turn on Near me to see kiryana and grocery stores around you, add items to the cart and choose Delivery. You pay the rider in cash when the order arrives and can track them live on a map.
- How to Sell Online in Pakistan: Free Step-by-Step Guide for Shop Owners — The easiest way to sell online in Pakistan as a small shop is to list your business on a local platform like Aswaaqo instead of building a website. You add your shop name, category, location and hours, upload products, and customers nearby can order for delivery, pickup or in store and pay cash. It starts with a free trial and runs from your phone.