“We are trying to ensure that the kindness of the people of America will not continue to be abused,” an official stated.

The policy was made for 19 non-European countries over safety concerns and national security.

In terms of destinations, Saudi Arabia remained the top choice for Pakistani migrants.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio also revealed that around 300 visas had already been revoked in recent weeks.

At least 17 of them, including 12 from Saudi Arabia and the UAE were apprehended in Karachi and handed over to FIA's Anti Human Trafficking Circle

As many as 8,778 Pakistanis crossed into Europe illegally by December 2023.