The government will establish separate immigration counters for foreign passengers in all international airports, a government statement said on Saturday, as part of a decision to stimulate tourism and investment.
The initiative, introduced on the instructions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, is designed to promote tourism, ensure the sweetness of trade and facilitate foreign investments.
Officials have said that dedicated meters will help reduce immigration processing times, making travel more practical for international visitors. The arrangement should also shorten the return procedures for Pakistani citizens, because passenger flows will be separated.
“This measure is part of the wider government’s strategy aimed at making Pakistan more attractive and welcoming for international tourists, investors and commercial delegations,” said an official statement.
The government has recently intensified its efforts to improve infrastructure and rationalize travel procedures to position Pakistan as a more competitive destination in the region.
