Fact Check: Viral Claim on Pakistani Citizenship for $18,000 Declared Fraudulent

ISLAMABAD: The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports has issued an urgent warning against a fraudulent social media post falsely claiming that Pakistani citizenship can be obtained by investing SR 67,500 ($18,000).

Authorities have categorically dismissed the claim as a scam aimed at deceiving individuals. The Passport Office has urged both citizens and foreigners to rely only on official sources for information regarding immigration and citizenship.

Officials have advised the public to remain vigilant against immigration scams and to verify any such offers through government websites before taking action. The government has also encouraged people to report suspicious messages or social media posts promoting fraudulent schemes.

For authentic information, individuals are urged to visit the official website at www.dgip.gov.pk or contact the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports directly.