Big Relief for Pakistanis With Job Visas – Govt Issues Major Instructions (Latest Update). Pakistani citizens holding foreign job visas have finally received a major relief as the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis has issued new and urgent instructions. These decisions will make the process of obtaining protector services faster, easier, and completely digital, ensuring that overseas workers no longer face unnecessary delays or exploitation from agents.
The government has now ordered the establishment of new Protector Offices and full expansion of the E-Protector digital system within the current financial year.
Relief for Pakistanis With Job Visas
| Program / Issue | Details |
|---|---|
| Committee | National Assembly Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis |
| Main Instructions | New Protector Offices + Full digitization of E-Protector system |
| Announcement Date | November 20–21, 2025 |
| Current E-Protector Users | 60,000+ |
| Fee Submission | Only via banks or approved digital payment channels |
| Mode of Service | Mostly digital after full integration |
Why These New Instructions Were Issued
Review Meeting & Progress Report
Committee Chairman Syed Rafiullah reviewed earlier orders related to overseas protection services. He received detailed progress updates from:
- Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Federal Investigation Agency (FIA)
Officials confirmed that new Protector Offices had been approved, but work was delayed due to budget limitations and staff shortages.
The committee rejected these excuses and strictly ordered that all new Protector Offices must become operational before the financial year ends.
Full Digital Integration of Protector Services
Linking With NADRA & Administration Databases
The committee has directed complete digital integration of protector services with:
- NADRA
- Government verification systems
- Immigration databases
This integration will help:
- Speed up identity verification
- Reduce manual mistakes
- Eliminate middlemen
- Increase transparency
Expansion of the E-Protector System
Over 60,000 citizens have already used the E-Protector portal, but the committee wants this system expanded across Pakistan. The goal is that every overseas worker should be able to complete their protector process online without agents.
Awareness Campaign for Overseas Workers
SMS Alerts & Social Media Campaigns
A large number of overseas workers still don’t know about E-Protector services. To spread awareness, the committee ordered:
- SMS alerts
- Social media campaigns
- Information through local community groups
- Posters and awareness sessions in rural areas
Local-Level Support
People in remote villages are often the most vulnerable to fraud. Local engagement will help guide citizens on how to:
- Use digital systems
- Avoid paying extra money to agents
- Complete the process themselves
Improving Transparency & Complaint Handling
Mandatory Online Tracking & Verified Receipts
All protector services must include:
- Online tracking of all applications
- Verified digital payment receipts
- Complete digital recordkeeping at every step
These changes will reduce corruption and help people trust the system.
Fee Payment Through Official Channels Only
To control fraud, the committee made it mandatory that all protector fees must be paid through:
- Banks
- Government-approved digital channels
No cash payments or manual submissions will be allowed.
Fast Complaint-Handling System
The government will upgrade the e-complaint portal so that overseas workers can:
- File complaints online
- Track the status
- Receive quicker responses
Challenges Identified
1. Budget & Staff Shortage
Officials mentioned lack of funds and workers as the main reason for delays — but the committee clearly rejected these excuses.
2. Low Awareness in Rural Areas
The biggest challenge remains low digital awareness in remote locations, which is why large-scale communication campaigns are urgently needed.
Conclusion
The government’s latest decision brings big relief for Pakistanis holding foreign job visas. With the setup of new Protector Offices and a fully digital E-Protector system, the entire process will become:
