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International Food & Agro Exhibition -4th – 6th May 2023 at Karachi Expo Centre – Pakistan

International Food and Agro Exhibition (FoodAg) to be held at Expo Centre Karachi – 4th-6th May, 2023 is Pakistan’s first international food and agriculture exhibition showcasing potential of Pakistan’s dynamic agro and food industry. This exhibition will provide a unique opportunity to visitors and exhibitors through its networking and matchmaking platform. It will also serve as a common meeting place for the investors, exhibitors and buyers. FoodAg will enable producers, importers, buyers, exporters, retailers, and media personnel to meet and exchange ideas. Irrespective of the size of your business, this exhibition will serve as a catalyst that will propel businesses toward sustainable success. Foreign Delegates can register at:

Foreign Delegates Online Application Form – International Food & Agriculture Exhibition (tdap.gov.pk)

Brochure for the Expo can be found at foodag brochure (tdap.gov.pk)

Overseas Pakistanis Grievances Redressal Cell

FBR Employees Can No More Harass Or Blackmail You On Tax Issues!

Federal Tax Ombudsman of Pakistan has established an “Overseas Pakistanis Grievances Redressal Cell” (OPGRC) to redress the grievances of Overseas Pakistanis against the Maladministration of FBR officials. Maladministration on part of Federal Revenue Division or any Federal Tax Employee is defined in Section 2(3) of FTO Ordinance, 2000 which include; 1. Illegal Actions 2. Negligence 3 Inefficiency, Incompetence Repeated Notices unnecessary attendance 3. Unnecessary communications 4. Errors in Refund 5. Non-Payment of Refund 6. Unlawful coercive recovery of tax 7. Federal Tax employees avoiding legal proceedings. Download PDF

4th International Textile Exhibition from 26th to 28th May 2023 at Expo Center, Karachi.

TEXPO 2023 is set to honour the remarkable journey of the Pakistani thread, which has weaved its way across borders, touching and empowering countless lives around the globe. It has fulfilled the dreams of millions by becoming a source of employment, lifestyle and identity.

Texpo is Pakistan’s largest textile exhibition, presenting a common platform for meeting industry specialists dealing in raw materials to finished products with globally competitive prices and premium quality.

The 4th international Textile Exhibition (TEXPO) is gearing up to showcase the textile industry from all across Pakistan brings together textile units reflecting offerings from sectors such as: leather garments, gloves, footwear, cotton, embroidery & lace, readymade garments, home linen, towel, hosiery art silk, sportswear & functional fabrics, lace & accessories, denim, knitwear etc.

Update for Pakistani Pensioners Living Abroad

Removal of difficulties for Pensioners Receiving Pension in Pakistan But Living Abroad. The undersigned is directed to refer to Finance Division SRO(1)2021 dated 28-01-2021 and to state that pensioner(s) receiving pension in Pakistan, who, at times proceed abroad or take up residence abroad, may face stoppage of pension due to non-production of Life Certificate or non-carrying out biometric verification. Download details

FAQs

Q) How long will my Visa application take to process?

Normal processing time for most visa applications is between 7 to 10 working days.

Depending on the type of visa applied, a longer period may be necessary if the documents are incomplete or require additional security clearance.

Please regularly check your email to make sure you have not been asked to provide additional documents or if your visa has not already been approved, before contacting the Consulate.

Q) What is Pakistan’s Covid-19 policy for inbound travelers. Are only PCR tests acceptable. Is the test required 48 or 72 hours before travel?

The latest Covid-19 policy of the Government of Pakistan can be found here

Q) What is the process for Tourist/Visit/Business Visa. What documents are required?

All details regarding the Visa Application process and required documentation for different visa categories is available here

Q) Do I have to submit the Power of Attorney (PoA) in person or can I do it online. What are the requirements for PoA?

Power of Attorney can be submitted online as well as in person. Online applications can be initiated here. Kindly go through the list of required documentation carefully before submitting your online application.

For applicants applying ‘In Person’ the following documentation is required:

  1. Power of Attorney Document
  2. Original NICOP/CNIC
  3. Passport size picture
  4. Attestation Fee in the form of money order or Cashier’s Cheque (US $ 30 per document, per executant).

Q) How will I know if my visa has been approved or not. Will I find out through phone or email?

As soon as your visa is approved an automatically generated email informing you of it’s status will be sent to the email you provided during your application. You are requested to please check your email before contacting the Consulate to inquire about the status of your visa.

Q) Do I need to get an Appointment before visiting the Consulate?

Although online appointments can be made, they are not strictly necessary before visiting the Consulate. You can walk in anytime between 9:30 am to 4 pm Mondays through Fridays (barring public holidays).

Q) What is the process of registering the birth of a child?

Details regarding the process of registration of the birth of a child are available on the website and can be accessed here

Q) What is the Attestation process for documents issued by US entities?

All documents (such as birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates and educational degrees, etc.) issued by the US entities needing attestation of the Consulate General of Pakistan must be first notarized by the Authentication Office of the US Department of State.

Consular Camp in Redmond (Washington) on Saturday, March 26, 2022

Consular Camp in Redmond (Washington) by the Consulate General of Pakistan, Los Angeles on Saturday, March 26, 2022

Services for attestation and registration of newborn babies will be provided:

Venue: 7901 168th Ave NE, Suite 111, Redmond WA 98052.

Timing of Services: 1030 hrs to 1500 hrs

Fee:

  • Attestation fee: $8.00 per Executant /Document
  • Registration of newborn babies: $5.00 (Please bring a prepaid self-address envelope for return mail)
  • Mode of payment: Money Order or Cashier Check only in favor of “Consulate General of Pakistan, Los Angeles”.

Note:

– Every applicant coming to receive the services must wear a Mask (No exception)

– Only those who need a service should come and wait for your turn.

Please visit website of Pakistan Consulate Los Angeles for downloading the Appropriate Application forms and other information at www.pakconsulatela.org

(Consular Services at the top left or Download portion on the top right of the website)

No Visa, NICOP/POC and Passport Services are provided in the Consular Camp.