Islamabad, Feb 6: In the past 48 hours, 139 Pakistani nationals have been deported from ten different countries, including Mauritania, Senegal, Malaysia, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. Among these, 15 individuals were detained upon arrival in Karachi.
Deportations Across Countries
- Iraq: Thirty-four Pakistani nationals were deported for illegal entry and overstaying their visas. Two of them were handed over to the Gujranwala police.
- Oman: Twenty-four Pakistani citizens were deported for similar offenses of illegal entry. One of them, who was listed on the IBM’s blacklist, was transferred to AHTC, while two others were sent to authorities in Larkana and Lahore.
- Saudi Arabia: Fourteen individuals faced deportation for being blacklisted or charged with crimes such as drug offenses, theft, and illegal travel without passports.
- Mauritania & Senegal: Three Pakistani nationals, rescued from human trafficking operations in Mauritania, and two from Senegal, were deported and taken into custody by AHTC.
Additional Deportations
- UAE: Thirty-one Pakistanis, including nineteen convicted of crimes like drug trafficking, theft, visa violations, and passport loss, were sent back to Pakistan.
- Malaysia: Eight individuals were deported due to violations related to illegal immigration.
- Ethiopia & Qatar: Nine Pakistani citizens were sent back for breaches of residency regulations, absconding, engaging in unauthorized work, or complaints regarding unpaid wages.
This wave of deportations highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Pakistani nationals abroad, including violations of immigration laws, criminal offenses, and human trafficking concerns. Authorities in Pakistan, including the AHTC, are actively involved in managing these cases upon return to ensure the proper handling of deported individuals.
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By focusing on comprehensive legal compliance and awareness, Pakistani nationals can avoid such issues while abroad, ensuring smoother international travel experiences.
