The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has stopped two separate incidents of people trying to travel abroad using fake documents. Officials confirmed that FIA foils forged travel attempts to Hong Kong, Romania during routine checks at airports.
In the first case, a man was caught at Lahore airport while attempting to travel to Hong Kong. He presented a forged passport that was quickly identified by immigration staff. The passenger was immediately taken into custody for further questioning.
In another case, an individual attempting to travel to Romania was stopped at Islamabad airport. The suspect tried to use fake travel documents, but the forgery was detected during verification. The person was also arrested and handed over to the FIA’s anti-human trafficking cell.
Authorities stated that FIA foils forged travel attempts to Hong Kong, Romania regularly as part of its efforts to stop illegal immigration. The agency has increased surveillance at airports after a rise in such cases.
Officials warned that using fake documents for international travel is a serious crime. They stressed that those caught face legal action, including imprisonment and heavy fines. The FIA also urged citizens to avoid falling victim to agents who promise overseas jobs or travel through illegal means.
Human trafficking and document forgery remain major challenges for law enforcement in Pakistan. According to reports, many people are tricked by agents who exploit their desire to work abroad. These agents often charge huge sums of money, only to provide false documents that lead to arrests.
The FIA confirmed that investigations are underway to identify the networks behind these forged documents. More arrests are expected as the agency continues its crackdown.
The recent cases where FIA foils forged travel attempts to Hong Kong, Romania highlight the agency’s ongoing efforts to ensure safe and legal travel for citizens.
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