ISLAMABAD: The Counter Terrorism Wing of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has broken up a well-organized network involved in sending Afghan nationals abroad using forged Pakistani identity documents, uncovering a Rs32.9 million illegal migration scheme, officials said.
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According to authorities, the group was facilitating foreign nationals—primarily Afghan citizens—by issuing fake Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs) and passports, enabling them to travel to destinations such as Saudi Arabia.
Investigators revealed that the network operated through multiple layers, with different individuals handling documentation, visa processing, and travel arrangements. To thoroughly examine the case, a dedicated inquiry team has been formed under FIR No. 333/2025.
So far, three main suspects have been taken into custody. In a subsequent operation, another alleged human trafficker—previously declared a proclaimed offender in a case registered with the Anti-Human Trafficking Circle (AHTC) Islamabad—was also arrested.
During raids, officials recovered 60 counterfeit CNICs, 12 fake passports, forged stamps of gazetted officers, fabricated medical certificates, and handwritten records, along with other incriminating materials.
Authorities said the seized Rs32.9 million agreement highlights the scale of the operation, which involved arranging Saudi work visas for Afghan nationals using tampered Pakistani travel documents.
Further analysis of data linked to dozens of foreign nationals has helped identify additional facilitators, while scrutiny of hundreds of records is ongoing. Investigators are also examining numerous passports and documents to map out the entire network.
Officials added that financial trails and possible international connections—including any links to terror financing—are under investigation. More arrests are expected as the probe continues.
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