Nearly 22,000 Pakistani nationals were deported from various Gulf countries over a four-month period, according to information presented in the National Assembly. The figures were disclosed during a Question Hour session on Thursday in response to an inquiry from MNA Hameed Hussain.
Between March 1 and July 13, 2026, a total of 21,951 Pakistani citizens were sent back to their home country. The reasons for these deportations included overstaying visas, engaging in begging, and the use of forged documentation.
Breakdown of Deportation and Legal Actions
- Total deportations: 21,951
- Absconders deported: 4,628
- Individuals jailed: 1,294
- Individuals blacklisted: 968
- Lost passport cases: 1,155
- Visa violation deportations: 689
- Refused entry cases: 342
- Interpol-related deportations from UAE: 9
Regional Deportation Statistics
The data provided specific insights into enforcement actions across major host nations. Saudi Arabia accounted for 3,921 absconder deportations, while the UAE recorded 636 cases. Regarding visa-related offenses, Saudi Arabia deported 1,924 Pakistani nationals, followed by the UAE with 347 and Oman with 295. The report also notes that nearly 22,000 Pakistani nationals have been deported from Gulf countries, local media has reported after the subject was brought up in the national Parliament. The report also notes that dubai Toyota Building tenants fined over illegal partitions; eviction process explained. The report also notes that iran president says time to end war while in position of strength. The report also notes that uS will impose ‘toughest sanctions in history’ on Iran, Bessent says. The report also notes that aircraft carrier USS George Washington arrives in Middle East; USS Abraham Lincoln exits. The report also notes that uAE’s Nafis salary rules to change in September; what employees need to know. The report also notes that stay up to date with the latest news.
Source: Khaleej Times
