Overseas Pakistanis sent $3.53 billion in remittances during April 2026, reflecting an 11.4 per cent increase compared to the same month last year, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday. Despite the year-on-year growth, inflows recorded a month-on-month decline of 7.6 per cent from March 2026, when remittances stood […]
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Pakistan urges swift reopening of Hormuz amid regional tensions
Pakistan has called for the immediate restoration of normal shipping flow through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing its critical importance for global energy supply and international trade stability. The Foreign Office stated that uninterrupted movement through the waterway is essential for maintaining economic balance and preventing further disruption in global markets. Officials also stressed that […]
Pakistan warns citizens in Cyprus over immigration rules
Pakistan Bureau of Immigration and Overseas Employment has issued a warning for Pakistani nationals living in Cyprus, urging them to strictly follow immigration laws and avoid illegal stay or travel arrangements that could lead to serious legal consequences. Read More: Passenger arrested at Karachi airport with over 47 visas According to an advisory card released […]
Pakistan unveils new tax-free real estate package for overseas investors
ISLAMABAD – The federal government of Pakistan has prepared a new tax-free real estate investment package aimed at attracting overseas Pakistanis, officials said on Thursday. The initiative is part of efforts to simplify property investment, make it more transparent, and encourage inflows of foreign currency amid global economic uncertainties. Read More: Govt scraps 3% FED […]
DPM Dar meets UK envoy, calls for peace in Middle East
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met British High Commissioner Jane Marriott in Islamabad. Dar emphasized urgent de-escalation in the Middle East to ensure regional peace and security. The meeting affects Pakistani citizens living abroad and involved Commonwealth stakeholders. Dar informed the envoy that he cannot attend the upcoming Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers […]
Pakistani expat remittances soar to $3.5 billion in january
Remittances from overseas Pakistanis reached $3.5 billion in January 2026, marking a 15.4% year-on-year increase, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan, reflecting steady inflows from key countries. During the period from July 2025 to January 2026, total remittances amounted to $23.2 billion, up 11.3% compared to $20.9 billion in the same […]
Govt vows swift action on overseas Pakistanis’ property
The government has assured overseas Pakistanis that their illegally occupied properties in Islamabad will be fully protected. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated that any reported illegal occupation will be resolved within seven days. The DC Islamabad is directed to act promptly, ensuring investors’ rights are safeguarded without delay. Officials emphasized that expatriates’ investments in the […]
Overseas Pakistanis drive employment and economic growth
The Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development has substantially strengthened the employment opportunities and welfare protection of overseas Pakistanis as a result of improvements introduced to its systems in 2025. Taking advantage of the facilities provided by the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment, the number of Pakistani workers sent abroad recorded a […]
PTA launches initiative to keep mobile SIM active for overseas Pakistanis
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced a new initiative to help overseas Pakistanis keep their mobile SIM cards active and prevent them from being blocked while abroad. The move is part of the authority’s commitment to providing uninterrupted telecom services to citizens living outside Pakistan. Read More: PTA ensures uninterrupted SIM services abroad Under […]
PTA ensures uninterrupted SIM services abroad
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced that Pakistani SIMs will no longer be blocked during overseas travel. Expats can now retain full ownership of their SIMs, even during extended stays abroad. This decision aims to ensure uninterrupted mobile services for Pakistanis living or working outside the country. Previously, Pakistani SIMs were often deactivated after prolonged […]