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Property in Foreign Country

Most of the Pakistanis living abroad owing properties at their resident countries but they may face following problems;

• Overseas Pakistanis may face challenges for verifying the authenticity of property titles in foreign countries due to differences in legal systems and languages. We can help by facilitating the verification process through consulates and embassies.
• Overseas Pakistanis may encounter difficulties in transferring property in foreign countries to their legal heirs. We can provide guidance on wills, succession certificates, and the legal process for inheritance.

Property in Pakistan

• Overseas Pakistanis may face challenges regarding purchase and registration of properties in Pakistan while residing abroad. We can provide legal assistance to overseas Pakistanis on this concern and to resolve them accordingly.
• If you are residing abroad and desires to sale and transfer of your property in Pakistan and also unable to come here for this purpose then you not need to worry about. Our property lawyers can help you in this regard so as to make the process smooth and efficient.
• Managing properties in abroad can be challenging. Pakistan can facilitate property management services and establish mechanisms for overseas Pakistanis to entrust reliable individuals or companies with property management responsibilities.

How Pakistani Laws Can Help

1. Diplomatic Assistance: Pakistani embassies and consulates can provide legal advice, guidance, and assistance to overseas Pakistanis in property-related matters. They can also help with document verification and notarization.
2. Bilateral Agreements: Pakistan can negotiate bilateral agreements or treaties with foreign countries to protect the property rights of overseas Pakistanis, facilitate legal processes, and reduce taxation issues.
3. Legal Aid: The Pakistani government can establish legal aid services specifically tailored to the needs of overseas Pakistanis, helping them navigate property-related legal challenges.
4. Advocacy: Pakistan can actively advocate for the rights of its overseas citizens regarding property ownership in foreign countries, raising awareness and seeking international support when necessary.

• Visa Restrictions: Many overseas Pakistanis face visa restrictions or requirements when visiting Pakistan. These restrictions can be especially challenging for dual citizens.

• • Solution: We can help by simplifying visa procedures, helping them to get visas for overseas Pakistanis whilst considering exemptions or special arrangements for dual citizens.

• Renewal and Extension: Overseas Pakistanis may find it cumbersome to renew or extend their Pakistani visas while living abroad.

• • Solution: We help them through an efficient online visa renewal system that allows overseas Pakistanis to extend their visas without the need for physical presence in Pakistan.

• Family Reunification: Overseas Pakistanis often face difficulties in bringing their family members to live with them in their resident countries.

• • Solution: We provide advocacy for family reunification programs and prioritize visas for family members of overseas Pakistanis, subject to background checks and security protocols.

• Visa Denials: Some overseas Pakistanis experience visa denials for various reasons, such as security concerns or insufficient documentation.

• • Solution: We can also provide legal aid to overseas Pakistanis for this concern as the government established clear visa application guidelines which improved transparency in the visa approval process, and also represent them before concerned authorities for appeal and redress in case of visa denials.

• Investor and Business Visas: Overseas Pakistanis interested in investing or doing business in Pakistan may face bureaucratic hurdles and delays in obtaining investor or business visas.

• • Solution: We streamline the application process for investor and business visas and to guide overseas Pakistani entrepreneurs through the process.

• Citizenship and Nationality: Some overseas Pakistanis seek dual citizenship or the ability to retain Pakistani nationality while acquiring citizenship in their resident country.

• • Solution: We help to proceed in accordance with the legislation that allows dual citizenship for overseas Pakistanis and offers mechanisms for retaining Pakistani nationality while acquiring foreign citizenship.

• Humanitarian and Asylum Cases: In cases of conflict or persecution, overseas Pakistanis may need humanitarian assistance or asylum.
  • Solution: We claim that embassies and consulates have the necessary resources and expertise to handle humanitarian and asylum cases promptly and effectively. We assist them for redressal of your grievance.

The Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973 ensures the protection of fundamental rights of overseas Pakistanis with respect to their dignity, business, property, life and family and no one is allowed to infringe such rights in any manner whatsoever. For enforcement of such rights, government institutions and courts are dealing accordingly and all you need to do is to present your concern before them in an efficient and professional way so your grievance may be redressed.

Protection of Property Rights

Article 24 of the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973 provides protection of property rights to every citizen. Citizens of Pakistan may acquire property, transfer the same, sale or purchase in a certain way as prescribed by the regulations and in this regard Revenue Authority is established that deals with such transactions of properties but there exists a concern of fraud by corrupt elements. If you have any concern regarding ownership of the property, you may contact us.

Family Law Rights to Husband & Wife

State as well as Sharia law both provide certain rights to husband and wife alongwith their respective obligations. Family laws of Pakistan is enacted by the legislature while keeping in mind the Islamic injunctions and constitution of Pakistan ensures that no law shall be enacted against the spirit of sharia principles.

Husband has the following rights in accordance with the family laws such as;

• Performance of conjugal rights by the wife
• Protection of his interest by the wife in his absence
• Right for protection of his property including both moveable and immoveable properties.
• Right of custody of child in certain circumstances
• Right of divorce
• Right of second marriage in certain circumstances

Wife has the following rights in accordance with the family laws such as;

• Performance of matrimonial rights by the husband
• Right of maintenance provided by the husband
• Right to be treated with respect
• Right of protection against domestic violence
• Right to retain the custody of child in case of dispute/separation
• Right of Khula in case of dispute
• Right for ownership of property including inheritance
• Right of dower

Business Rights & Protection

Article 18 of the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973 provides protection to the citizens with respect to the business and profession in the certain way as prescribed by the laws and regulations. This means that every citizen including overseas Pakistanis can freely do business in Pakistan and the state shall ensure protection against any coercion and undue influences whether in terms of tax or other monetary transactions. However, you must keep in mind that Article 18 is not absolute rather it is subjected to reasonable restriction and regulations imposed by the law.

Protection of Family

Article 35 of the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973 provides protection to the family including marriage, mother, child, wife etc. The state has also provided a mechanism against infringement of such right which also helps overseas Pakistanis to have redressal of grievance.

We are the first law firm that establishes a transparent mechanism providing legal services to Pakistanis residing abroad. Following are the core issues which Overseas Pakistanis are commonly facing while residing abroad.

Family Issues: Pakistani expats may require legal help for family issues such as divorce, child custody, marriage registration, maintenance and second marriage. Family law issues can be complex, especially when family members are located in different countries.

Property Issues: Overseas Pakistanis facing property issues while residing abroad. Whether the property belongs to inheritance or self-purchased property, both having same concern of illegal dispossession or fraud. Property-related issues are common, including disputes over ownership, land disputes, property management, and issues related to buying or selling real estate in Pakistan.

Inheritance and Wills: Managing and distributing assets and estates in Pakistan after the passing of a family member can involve legal complexities, especially when heirs are scattered around the world.

Taxation Issues: Understanding and complying with tax laws in both the resident country and Pakistan can be a complex legal matter, particularly for expatriates with financial interests in both places.

Notary Services: Notarization and attestation of documents for use in Pakistan or other countries can be a common requirement for overseas Pakistanis.

Document Verification: Overseas Pakistanis often require legal assistance in verifying and authenticating documents, such as powers of attorney, affidavits, and certificates, for various purposes.

Business and Investments: Pakistanis living abroad who wish to invest in Pakistan or start businesses may encounter legal complexities related to company registration, contracts, taxation, and compliance with local regulations.

We analyze the dispute first and then prepare plan of action. This strategy helps us to meet with the justice no matter how complex this would be. Our legal services and support tailored to the specific needs of expatriates with respect to property disputes. Furthermore, we minimize the dispute by drafting proper agreement of sale and purchase, registration thereof, acknowledgement of ownership rights and inheritance and estate planning etc.

Yes, overseas Pakistanis can access legal services remotely. With advancements in technology and the increasing availability of online legal services, individuals living abroad can conveniently seek legal assistance and advice without being physically present in Pakistan. With our transparent legal services for expatriates, we keep them up to date regarding the proceedings.

Our legal services offer several benefits to Pakistanis living abroad, ensuring that they receive comprehensive support and assistance for their legal needs. Here are some of the ways our legal services benefit Pakistanis living abroad:

• Expertise in Family and Property Disputes
• Convenient Remote Access
• Documentation and Paper Work
• Prompt Response and Customized Legal Solution
• Legal Advice and Representation
• Professional and Cost-Effective Solution