25 Pakistani students arrested for fake UK visas

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in Pakistan has arrested 25 students for allegedly attempting to travel to the United Kingdom using forged visas.

The suspects have been placed on a 14-day judicial remand as authorities intensify investigations into the case.

The students were arraigned before Judicial Magistrate Ahmed Shehzad Gondal, where FIA officials requested an extension of their physical remand to allow further questioning.

However, the court denied the request and instead ordered that the suspects remain in judicial custody.

According to FIA officials, the students allegedly tampered with their passports and visa documents in a bid to enter and settle in the UK illegally.

Authorities suspect that the suspects may have been working with a larger syndicate involved in visa fraud and human trafficking.

A case has been registered against them under relevant laws, and investigators are working to uncover the full extent of the scam.

Meanwhile, the students’ lawyers have filed bail applications, arguing that their clients may have been deceived by fraudulent visa agents who promised them legitimate travel documents.

They maintain that the students were unaware of the forgery.

The court has adjourned the hearing until March 24, when it will hear arguments on the bail applications.

The arrests have sparked renewed concerns about the growing issue of visa fraud in Pakistan.

Many young people seeking better opportunities abroad have fallen victim to fake travel agents and document forgers who exploit their desperation.

Authorities have continued to warn citizens against engaging in illegal migration schemes and have urged them to verify their documents through official channels.

The FIA has reiterated its commitment to cracking down on illegal migration and document fraud.

Officials say the investigation will not stop with the arrested students, as efforts are underway to track down and prosecute those behind the forgery operation.

Authorities have also warned that anyone caught using forged travel documents will face serious legal consequences.

They have urged students and job seekers to follow legal migration procedures to avoid falling into the hands of fraudsters and jeopardizing their future.

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