UAE warns travellers over strict medicine laws
ISLAMABAD: The concerned authorities have advised people traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) about following guidelines with respect to the transport of medicines, cautioning them that a breach could land them in jail and cost them substantial fines. The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment has issued an awareness
Good news for travellers: PIA introduces discounted fares on key Saudi Arabia routes
KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a significant fare reduction for passengers traveling from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia, offering a 40 percent discount on selected routes. The PIA spokesperson informed that there were discounts available of up to 40 percent for certain routes in the airline’s schedule of flights
Canada tightens immigration rules, issues warning to applicants
ISLAMABAD: Canadian authorities have announced significant changes to the country’s immigration framework, introducing stricter rules aimed at enhancing transparency, security, and oversight within the system. The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment has launched a public awareness drive to enlighten people about these changes. The amendments being made include new
Big opportunity for skilled migrants: New Zealand introduces simplified residency visa
ISLAMABAD: New Zealand has introduced a new “Skilled Migrant Resident Visa” to streamline the process for obtaining permanent residency. Experts are hailing this as an important development for skilled professionals looking to settle in New Zealand. Under this new scheme of visas, foreigners who practice skills and want to live
Russia launches new visa program, opening doors for skilled Pakistanis
ISLAMABAD: Russia has introduced a new visa initiative aimed at attracting highly skilled foreign professionals, creating what experts describe as a significant opportunity for talented individuals from countries including Pakistan. Introduced on April 15, the policy is meant to help the country gain highly valued foreign nationals by giving them
Kuwait strikes hard on citizenship fraud: Thousands lose nationality
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait has gone to an extreme by removing citizenship from 1,266 people in the context of the nation’s continuous efforts to ensure adherence to the existing nationality laws. This move, which extends even to the relatives of the affected persons, has been undertaken based on directives from the
Cyprus warns Pakistani nationals: Illegal immigration could lead to severe consequences
ISLAMABAD: An urgent advisory issued by the Bureau of Immigration and Overseas Employment (BIOE) warned Pakistani nationals staying in Cyprus about the dire consequences of involvement in illegal immigration and remaining within the jurisdiction of the country illegally. Through an awareness bulletin, the Bureau advised all Pakistani citizens staying in
Kuwait makes key move on foreign workers, new decision unveiled
Kuwait City: The Public Authority for Manpower (PAM) in Kuwait has quickly reacted to the complaints filed by the foreign workers. It immediately addressed the complaints of the foreign workers, providing the necessary assistance in dealing with the problem. As per reports from the foreign press, the move came following
Germany offers new job opportunities for Pakistanis: Document verification is key
ISLAMABAD: Pakistanis seeking job opportunities in Germany must make sure that their educational qualifications are properly authenticated and duly approved according to the recent instructions. It has been instructed by the Bureau of Immigration and Overseas Employment that candidates should have their educational records verified through the German Recognition System
Heavy rain and landslides block Karakoram Highway in GB
Gilgit Baltistan: Traffic on various sections of the Karakoram Highway has been stopped by floods and landslides in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) due to torrential rains. A spokesman for Gilgit-Baltistan Police informed that torrential rains have wreaked havoc in the region and caused various landslides, blocking off the main road. A massive
