Authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have arrested 10 Pakistani nationals, including five women, on charges of begging, Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) confirmed on Sunday.
The individuals were apprehended in separate operations conducted across various locations in the UAE and have since been transferred to local jails. UAE authorities are preparing for their deportation, and Pakistani officials stated that emergency passports have already been issued for their return.
Legal Action to Follow Upon Return
According to FIA officials, the detainees will be taken into custody upon their arrival in Pakistan. “They will be arrested upon landing, and legal proceedings will be initiated,” the agency stated. The action is part of a broader effort to discourage misuse of visit visas and prevent organized begging rackets involving Pakistani citizens abroad.
Joint Coordination Between UAE and Pakistan
The arrests come amid tightened enforcement by Gulf countries against undocumented or illegal activities by foreign nationals. Pakistani authorities say they are cooperating closely with UAE officials to ensure the deportation process is carried out efficiently and in accordance with local and international laws.
Background on Crackdown
The Gulf region has seen a rise in operations targeting individuals engaged in unauthorized activities, particularly those using visit visas for purposes such as begging. Pakistani missions abroad have previously issued warnings, advising citizens against involvement in such activities, which can lead to arrest, deportation, and legal consequences back home.
