Over 21,000 Pakistanis Deported from Gulf Countries in Four Months

A significant number of Pakistanis, totaling 21,951, have been deported from Gulf countries between March 1 and July 13, 2026. The Ministry for Narcotics Control provided this information in a written response to questions raised in the National Assembly. The deportations stem from a range of violations, including visa overstays, illegal entries, begging, drug-related offenses, and security reasons.

Among the deported individuals, 4,628 were absconders, 1,294 had been jailed, and 968 were blacklisted. Additionally, 1,155 cases involved lost passports, while 689 Pakistanis were deported for visa violations, and 342 faced refused entry into Gulf States.

Saudi Arabia stands out as the country with the highest number of Pakistani deportations, expelling approximately 15,500 individuals. The United Arab Emirates followed with 3,803 deportations, while Oman expelled 1,606, Bahrain 521, Qatar 429, and Kuwait 97. A substantial number, 6,662 Pakistanis, were deported under a general "Others" category, with the Ministry of Interior not specifying the exact offenses.

The data also revealed that 472 Pakistani beggars were deported. Some Pakistanis were expelled via Interpol, while others were deported after being refused onward travel. Offenses also included imposters, expired residency permits (iqamas) and passports, theft, involvement in war zones, and violations of immigration laws. Saudi Arabia deported the most absconders (3,921), with the UAE expelling 636. For illegal entry or stay, Saudi Arabia deported 1,924 Pakistanis, the UAE 347, and Oman 295.