Pakistan to offer free online visa for Turkish nationals

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced that Pakistan will begin offering a free online visa facility to Turkish nationals starting Wednesday, August 14.

This announcement was made during a meeting with the Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Mehmet Paçaci. The Interior Ministry’s statement revealed that the meeting covered various mutual interests.

Moreover, Naqvi stated that the new free online visa option will simplify the process for Turkish nationals visiting Pakistan.

Additionally, the two parties agreed to strengthen collaboration in the security, police, and civil armed forces sectors.

He further stated that he will visit Turkey in October at the invitation of the Turkish Government, where productive steps will be proposed to increase the cooperation.

The Federal Minister for Interior mentioned that Pakistanis consider Turkey as their second home. He added both countries have long-standing religious, cultural, and trade ties and we are desirous of further strengthening these relations.

The release of Pakistani prisoners held in  Turkish jails was also discussed in the meeting and it was agreed to soon finalize the agreement in this regard.

Turkish Ambassador Dr. Mehmet Pacaci stated that Turkey renders huge importance to the brotherly relations with Pakistan and will continue the cooperation with Pakistan in various fields.

Federal Secretary Interior Khurram Ali Agha and Additional Secretary Interior Riffat Mukhtar Raja also attended the occasion.