Deportation Surge: Jinnah International Airport Cracks Down

In a bid to curb the rising trend of deportations, Pakistan has tightened airport travel rules, particularly for passengers traveling to Gulf countries, resulting in multiple offloadings at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport.

A total of 52 Pakistanis were deported from seven countries, including Saudi Arabia, the US, the UAE, and Sweden, due to various issues such as visa problems, overstays, and involvement in illegal activities. Many deportees were found to have lost or forged documents, claimed multiple nationality, or faced allegations of drug trafficking or begging. The majority of the deportations were attributed to incomplete documentation, begging, and engagement in unlawful activities.

The situation has led to global embarrassment for Pakistan, with 258 citizens being deported from seven countries within a span of 24 hours. At Jinnah International Airport, several passengers were offloaded due to inadequate documentation, highlighting the need for travelers to ensure they have proper visas, advance hotel bookings, and sufficient funds. Officials have emphasized the importance of complete documentation to avoid such incidents, which have been increasing in recent times.

The rise in deportations has prompted Pakistani authorities to take stricter measures at airports, including Jinnah International Airport, to prevent passengers with incomplete or forged documents from boarding flights. The move aims to protect the country's reputation and ensure that only genuine passengers travel abroad, reducing the risk of deportation and subsequent embarrassment.