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Last updated: August 2026

Protector of Emigrants Stamp

Mandatory government insurance and passport protector stamp before overseas employment.

Where

Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment

Time

Same Day (1–2 Hours at Protector Office)

Biometric

Mandatory Biometric Scan

Required documents

Required Documents

Step by step

  1. 1

    Deposit Insurance & Welfare Fee

    Pay official fee at National Bank / Habib Bank counter at Protector Office.

  2. 2

    Biometric Enrollment

    Complete biometric thumb impression and digital photograph.

  3. 3

    Document Examination

    Protector officer checks employment contract, wage terms, and visa legitimacy.

  4. 4

    Receive Protector Stamp & QR

    Passport is embossed with official Protector of Emigrants stamp and registered with FIA immigration.

Common mistakes

  • ×Attempting to fly abroad on an employment visa without protector stamp — FIA will offload you at airport immigration
Disclaimer: This is guidance only. Fees, requirements, and processes change. Always confirm the latest rules from the official department or portal.