Travel alert issued for motorway commuters
ISLAMABAD: An important advisory has been issued for those who travel via motorways in Pakistan as the deadline to switch from old M-Tags to the new ones is approaching. According to reports, it has been advised that people should change their M-Tags before May 31 because once the deadline passes,
Major policy update for people planning to move to Europe
ISLAMABAD: People planning to travel or seek asylum in European Union member states may face stricter immigration procedures as the bloc begins implementing a new migration and asylum framework from June 2026. As reported by the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment in Pakistan, the new deal intends to create
Skilled Pakistanis invited to apply for permanent jobs in Australia
ISLAMABAD: The Bureau of Immigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE) Pakistan has announced new opportunities for skilled Pakistanis to secure permanent employment and residency in Australia. The announcement provides guidance for professionals interested in applying under Australia’s Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa, Subclass 186. As per the conditions of the ENS
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
