FIA Arrests 190 Illegal Visa Agents, Recovers Rs615 Million

News Desk

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Islamabad Zone has arrested 190 illegal visa agents and recovered over Rs615 million during a four-month crackdown on human smuggling and fraud.

According to data released by the FIA Islamabad Zone, the operation was conducted under the supervision of the director of the Islamabad Zone, with the Anti-Human Trafficking Circles (AHTCs) in Islamabad and Rawalpindi leading the efforts.

In total, the two circles registered 1,543 FIRs during this period, highlighting the scale of the issue.

The AHTC Islamabad led the charge, apprehending 120 visa agents, recovering Rs411.05 million, and filing 875 cases. Meanwhile, AHTC Rawalpindi arrested 70 agents, securing Rs204.5 million and registering 668 cases.

The FIA’s ongoing efforts aim to protect citizens from fraudulent overseas employment schemes and illegal travel arrangements.

As the FIA continues its crackdown, it urges citizens to verify the legitimacy of visa agents before engaging in any overseas employment or travel deals.

The agency has also encouraged individuals to report any suspected fraud or illegal activities to the authorities promptly.