Investigation Agency (FIA) immigration officials at Islamabad International Airport prevented four passengers from boarding an international flight after discovering their work visas for New Zealand were forged. The incident occurred on December 27, 2025, during routine checks for China Southern Airlines flight CZ8070. The individuals, hailing from Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Peshawar, were offloaded and handed over to the FIA’s Anti-Human Trafficking Circle for further investigation and to trace the involved agent.
This action highlights ongoing efforts to combat document fraud and protect vulnerable travelers from exploitation.
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ایف آئی اے امیگریشن کی اسلام آباد ائرپورٹ پر بڑی کاروائیاں
جعلی سفری دستاویزات پر بیرون ملک جانے کی کوشش ناکام – 4 مسافر محمدعمران، میاں توصیف، سلطان افضل اور عبدالرحمان آف لوڈ مسافروں کی جانب سے پیش کئے گئے ورک ویزے جعلی نکلے۔ pic.twitter.com/3AmVXn1LP0— Federal Investigation Agency – FIA (@FIA_Agency) December 26, 2025
Key Highlights
- Four passengers attempting travel to New Zealand were found with fake work visas during immigration processing.
- The affected individuals originated from Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Peshawar.
- Officials shifted the passengers to FIA Anti-Human Trafficking Circle, Islamabad, for legal proceedings and agent identification.
- Incident took place at Islamabad International Airport while boarding China Southern Airlines flight CZ8070.
- Separately, FIA representatives participated in a seminar on International Migrants Day in Mardan, focusing on safe and regular migration.
Crackdown on Document Fraud
An FIA spokesman confirmed that the visas were detected as counterfeit during standard verification. Such incidents underscore the agency’s vigilance at entry and exit points to prevent illegal migration attempts.The passengers now face formal inquiries, with authorities working to uncover any networks facilitating fake documentation.
Promoting Safe Migration
In a related development, FIA actively engaged in awareness initiatives. Deputy Director (Public Relations) Mehmood Ali Khokhar and Deputy Director FIA Mardan Circle Riaz Jangtua attended a seminar in Mardan organized by the Migrant Resource Centre (MRC) Peshawar.
The event, marking International Migrants Day, emphasized safe, orderly migration. Speakers from various organizations discussed coordination to curb human smuggling and support legal pathways abroad.
Pakistan remains committed to safeguarding its citizens through strict enforcement and public education, ensuring migration processes are secure and transparent for everyone involved.
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