Category Archives: Government Services Guides

If you’re resident of Punjab and planning to transfer ownership of a bike or a car, here is a bad news for you, as government of Punjab raises the vehicle ownership transfer fee. According to some media outlets, the Excise Department has announced the increased transfer fees, and the revised rates are already being applied […]

The government of Pakistan has now finalized the implementation of the Climate Support Levy (CSL) as part of Federal Budget 2025–26, replacing it with the previously proposed NEV Adoption Levy. This new policy directly targets internal combustion engine (ICE) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), aiming to accelerate the adoption of cleaner transport technologies. This Climate […]

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced a 120-day FBR tax-free mobile registration facility for overseas Pakistanis. According to the details released by the PTA, under the authority’s policy, mobile devices can be registered tax-free for a period of 120 days. The facility is free of charge and provided through an automated temporary mobile registration […]

The government of Pakistan has launched the Power Smart App under the “Apna Meter, Apni Reading” initiative. Developed by the Ministry of Power, the app allows you to self-report meter readings from home. This should help enhance transparency, reduce overbilling, and streamline operations. Here is how you can use the Power Smart app. How to […]

New Property Tax in Punjab: Previously, the government removed the tax on immovable property that had been in use for 15 years or more through an amendment in the Federal Budget 2025-26. This news proved to be beneficial for those thinking of selling the property. But we have some other news for you. The Punjab […]

If you’re going through a NADRA application process in Pakistan and have been asked to submit a “Certificate from Dar Ul Afta,” you may wonder what this certificate is, why it’s needed, and how to obtain it. This guide provides all the essential details to help you understand about Dar Ul Afta Certificate and fulfill […]

Pakistani nationals who plan to immigrate or move abroad to pursue their educational or career goals must apply for the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP). On the other hand, overseas Pakistanis and foreigners who want to frequently visit and work in the country should apply for the Pakistan Origin Card (POC) as it […]

Renunciation of Pakistan Citizenship is the legal process of voluntarily giving up your Pakistani nationality and the rights, privileges, and obligations that come with it. The Ministry of Interior, through its Directorate General of Immigration & Passports, governs the renunciation process for Pakistanis under the Pakistan Citizenship Act of 1951 (with subsequent amendments). Pakistan’s citizenship […]

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) of Pakistan issues various identity documents to Pakistani citizens, such as Naturalization Certificate while applying for: While most Pakistani citizens qualify for these documents by birthright, some individuals acquire Pakistani citizenship through naturalization. In such cases, NADRA may also require a Naturalization Certificate as part of the identity […]

When applying for a NICOP (National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis) or Smart NICOP, one of the key verification steps involves biometric confirmation by a blood relative. However, not everyone has a blood relative available to fulfill this requirement—particularly in cases of individuals living abroad or those without close family ties or blood relatives. To […]