Exiting Pakistan

[ShumailaB]

I have a confirmation of permanent residence (COPR) and immigration visa. I'm migrating through Express Entry (Federal Skilled Workers) Program. I was confused about documentation requirement for exiting Pakistan so I called up FIA. The officer there was confused as well so I visited the Protectorate of Emigrants office in Karachi. The officer there told me that I don't need a protector stamp on my visa, but I do need to get my visa and COPR registered. I think the officer misguided me so I left. Does anyone have any info on whether or not registration from Protectorate of Emigrants for immigration visa is required?

I'm a woman who will be travelling to Canada alone, and I hear that FIA is extra strict with unaccompanied women, so I will really appreciate any help or advice before my flight next week.

 

[ShumailaB]

I thought I'd give an update in case someone else has the same question as I did. I needed only the Confirmation of PR and the immigration visa on my passport to exit Pakistan. Nothing else was needed at immigration. The officer there asked me who sponsored me (I said no one) and then asked me what program it was (federal skilled workers). That's it.

I had slight trouble at the security though because they're extra suspicious of any woman travelling alone. The guard there argued with me about why one of my boarding passes didn't have an exit stamp. Turns out that's how it's supposed to be.

 

[Shahanastar]

Thank you for sharing your experience and all the best in Canada.

 

[jimshady]

I thought I'd give an update in case someone else has the same question as I did. I needed only the Confirmation of PR and the immigration visa on my passport to exit Pakistan. Nothing else was needed at immigration. The officer there asked me who sponsored me (I said no one) and then asked me what program it was (federal skilled workers). That's it.

I had slight trouble at the security though because they're extra suspicious of any woman travelling alone. The guard there argued with me about why one of my boarding passes didn't have an exit stamp. Turns out that's how it's supposed to be.

Thankyou for the information.... Was looking for the same.

 

[jimshady]

Ok I can confirm what @ShumailaB said. Nothing was required at the airport. They just checked the visa and then the COPR document.
No need for protector if you are going as a PR immigrant (non-work)