Five Pakistani nationals have been deported from Sharjah after authorities discovered that they were traveling on fake British visas, according to officials of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). The deported passengers were taken into custody immediately upon their arrival at Lahore Airport.
In an official statement, an FIA spokesperson confirmed that immigration authorities in Sharjah stopped the individuals when they attempted to travel to the United Kingdom using forged travel documents. After completing legal formalities, Sharjah authorities deported the suspects to Pakistan for further investigation.
The FIA spokesperson said the passengers had initially traveled from Lahore to Malaysia earlier this year on visit visas. From there, they allegedly attempted to move onward using fraudulent documents. According to preliminary investigations, the suspects traveled to Sharjah as part of their plan to reach the United Kingdom illegally.
The spokesperson added that the individuals obtained fake British visas with the help of human smuggling agents. These agents allegedly provided forged documents and false assurances to facilitate illegal entry into the UK. Authorities identified inconsistencies in the visas, leading to their detection and deportation.
Upon arrival at Lahore Airport, FIA officials detained the deported passengers and transferred them to the Anti-Human Trafficking Circle in Lahore. The agency has launched a formal investigation into the case to determine the full network involved in producing and supplying the fake visas.
Officials said the FIA is also working to identify and arrest the agents responsible for orchestrating the fraud. Legal action will be taken against all individuals involved under Pakistan’s immigration and anti-human trafficking laws.
The FIA reiterated its commitment to combating human smuggling, visa fraud, and illegal migration. The agency warned citizens to avoid illegal travel routes and rely only on legal and verified immigration channels. Officials urged the public to report suspicious agents and activities to prevent further exploitation of innocent travelers.
This incident highlights ongoing challenges related to visa fraud and illegal migration, as authorities continue to strengthen border control measures in coordination with international partners.
