Pakistan Resumes Deportation of Illegal Afghan Nationals Amid Stricter Immigration Enforcement
Pakistan has announced the resumption of deportations for illegal foreign nationals, focusing on Afghan citizens. This move follows the expiration of Proof of Registration cards, designating Afghan residents without valid visas as illegal. Authorities are coordinating efforts to enforce repatriation and address undocumented migration.
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In a decisive move, the federal government of Pakistan has announced the resumption of deportation efforts targeting illegal foreign nationals, with Afghan citizens at the forefront. ARY News reported that the Ministry of Interior disclosed this new initiative, emphasizing the application of Section 14-B of the Foreigners Act to expedite the repatriation of Afghan nationals involved in legal proceedings.
The Ministry revealed that the Proof of Registration (PoR) cards allowing Afghan refugees legal residency expired on June 30, 2025. As a result, holders of these expired cards now fall under the category of illegal residents. The government has directed relevant bodies, including district administrations and police, to begin the arrest and deportation process of these individuals, ARY News confirmed.
In response to federal directives, the Home Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has instructed Afghan nationals with expired PoR cards to prepare for departure, directing them to transit points in areas like Peshawar and Landi Kotal. Emphasizing that Afghan nationals without proper documentation will be unable to reside in Pakistan legally, the ministry underscored its commitment to regulating unauthorized immigration and enforcing immigration laws across the nation.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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