Passport services at Pakistani diplomatic missions across the world have been temporarily suspended due to a technical fault. The disruption has affected embassies and consulates in multiple countries. Officials confirmed that the issue originated from the central system in Islamabad.
Embassies have informed overseas Pakistanis that passport-related services are currently unavailable. The suspension applies to new applications, renewals, and other related services. Authorities said the system failure occurred at the Passport Head Office in Islamabad.
According to officials, the technical fault has impacted the global network used for passport processing. As a result, missions abroad are unable to carry out routine operations. This has forced a temporary halt in services until the issue is resolved.
The closure has created serious problems for Pakistani expatriates. Many people were planning to renew or apply for passports. Others were waiting for urgent travel documents. The sudden disruption has caused delays and uncertainty.
Overseas Pakistanis have expressed concern over the situation. Many have urged the government to act quickly. They are calling for immediate steps to restore services. Travelers with urgent needs are facing particular difficulties.
Officials have assured that efforts are underway to fix the problem. Technical teams are working to restore the system as soon as possible. However, no clear timeline has been provided for full recovery.
The issue highlights the importance of reliable digital infrastructure. Passport services depend on a centralized system. Any disruption at the main office affects missions worldwide. This incident has shown how interconnected the system is.
Authorities have advised citizens to stay updated through official embassy channels. They are also requesting patience during this period. Once the system is restored, services will resume across all missions.
Passport services at Pakistani diplomatic missions across the world have been temporarily suspended due to a technical fault. This situation continues to affect thousands of overseas Pakistanis. The government is expected to address the issue soon.
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For now, embassies remain closed for passport-related work. Passport services at Pakistani diplomatic missions across the world have been temporarily suspended due to a technical fault. Restoration of services will depend on resolving the system issue in Islamabad.
