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A Press Release titled Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) Holders to leave Pakistan by March 31, 2025 was published on the Ministry of Interior of the Government of Pakistan website on March 7, 2025. It reads:

Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Program (IFRP) is being implemented since 1 November 2023. In continuation to Government’s decision to repatriate all illegal foreigners, national leadership has now decided to also repatriate ACC holders. All illegal foreigners and ACC holders are advised to leave the country voluntarily before 31 March 2025; thereafter, deportation will commence wef 1 April 2025.

It is highlighted that sufficient time has already been granted for their dignified return. It is emphasised that no one will be maltreated during the repatriation process and arrangements for food and healthcare for returning foreigners have also been put in place.
Pakistan has been a gracious host and continues to fulfill its commitments and obligations as a responsible state. It is reiterated that Individuals staying in Pakistan will have to fulfill all legal formalities and abide by Pakistan’s constitution.