The Universe |Â Karachi Airport witnessed a busy 24 hours as immigration authorities offloaded 30 passengers heading to destinations including China and Saudi Arabia, while 51 Pakistanis were deported from seven countries, officials confirmed.
Reasons for Offloading
Passengers were offloaded due to various issues, including incomplete visa documentation, lack of advance hotel bookings, and insufficient funds for travel. Immigration officials reiterated the importance of adhering to visa regulations and ensuring proper arrangements before traveling abroad.
Deportees Return Home
The deportees arrived from Saudi Arabia (33), Iraq (14), and one each from Dubai, Oman, Zambia, Qatar, and the UK. Among them, two returned on original passports, while 49 traveled with emergency documents issued by Pakistani missions.
Visa Categories Highlighted
Authorities provided detailed information about the passengers’ visa types:
Business and Visit Visas: Travelers to Tanzania, Bangladesh, China, Malaysia, and Saudi Arabia.
Family Visit Visa: Travelers to Oman.
Personal Visit Visa: A passenger returning from Saudi Arabia.
Work Visas: Several individuals from Saudi Arabia.
Umrah Visa: Multiple pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia.
Emphasis on Preparedness
Immigration officials urged travelers to ensure compliance with visa requirements and make necessary preparations to avoid such inconveniences.
This development underscores the need for thorough travel planning and adherence to immigration protocols as global travel continues to rise.
