ISLAMABAD — Heavy taxation on mobile phones brought from abroad became a major topic of discussion at a National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance meeting on Tuesday. Lawmakers expressed concerns over the financial burden on both overseas Pakistanis and citizens at home. Read More: New fiscal year brings heavy taxes, online business rules, and fuel levy […]
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Interior minister vows zero tolerance for visa fraud mafias
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi ordered a strict nationwide crackdown on visa agents exploiting citizens. He warned that agent networks gambling with people’s futures will face zero tolerance. He also visited Islamabad Airport to meet outbound passengers and listen to their concerns directly. During the visit, Naqvi took serious notice of a complaint about low staffing […]
Pakistan Apni Party Chairman OPF head to aid overseas Pakistanis
Pakistan Apni Party Chairman Makhdoom Muhammad Ehsan Qureshi met OPF Managing Director Muhammad Afzal Bhatti in Brussels. The meeting focused on key issues faced by overseas Pakistanis. It also discussed solutions and future cooperation for their welfare. Qureshi praised Bhatti for his dedication to overseas Pakistanis and highlighted his compassionate approach. He said Bhatti played […]
OTP verification halts Punjab property stamp duty
Lahore, November 17, 2025: The Punjab Land Records Authority (PLRA) has launched OTP verification for property stamp duty challans. The system aims to enhance security and ensure verified mobile numbers are used for transactions. However, stakeholders warn the rollout has disrupted challan issuance for many buyers and sellers. PLRA said OTP verification improves the authenticity […]
NADRA rolls out services for Overseas Pakistanis in Dhahran
RIYADH: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced special services for Overseas Pakistanis residing in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The NADRA Mobile Registration Team, in collaboration with the Pakistani Embassy, will visit Tamimi New Camp on November 7 and 8 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM local time. Pakistanis in Dhahran and surrounding areas […]
NADRA Abolishes NICOP Cancellation Fee
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has abolished the cancellation fee for the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) in the event of death, ensuring faster and easier registration of deaths. The new policy, introduced on the directives of Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, allows family members to cancel a deceased person’s […]
Pakistan Receives $3.2 Billion in Remittances in August: SBP
KARACHI – Pakistan received $3.2 billion in overseas workers’ remittances during August 2025, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday. The SBP said that remittances rose by 11.3% compared to the same month last year, showing continued support from Pakistanis living abroad. In the first quarter of the 2025–26 […]
PM Shehbaz strengthens support for overseas Pakistanis
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with the Chairman and Managing Director of the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF). During the meeting, they discussed upcoming events abroad to celebrate Pakistan’s recent victory. The OPF leaders briefed the Prime Minister on the plans for these international celebrations. They also shared updates on government efforts to support overseas […]
FBR eases tax rules for overseas Pakistanis in property market
In a significant move, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that overseas Pakistanis can now pay advance tax at filer rates on buying or selling property in Pakistan—even if they are non-filers. This policy applies under specific conditions and is aimed at easing investment for non-resident Pakistanis. To qualify, individuals must hold either […]
Overseas Pakistanis get 120-day tax-free mobile registration
ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Wednesday unveiled a new facility allowing overseas Pakistanis to register one mobile device tax-free for up to 120 days during each visit to Pakistan. This initiative supports the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)’s policy aimed at facilitating seamless connectivity for Pakistani expatriates. This facility is available through […]