Foreign Nationality Rules Make Disclosure Mandatory for Civil Servants

The Foreign Nationality Rules have made it mandatory for civil servants across Pakistan to disclose any foreign citizenship status or affiliation. The Establishment Division issued fresh instructions directing officers to submit declarations within 90 days. The move seeks to strengthen transparency, accountability, and compliance within the public sector.
The directive was issued through an office memorandum circulated to all ministries and divisions. The Establishment Division also introduced a standardized declaration form to ensure a uniform disclosure process. As a result, government departments can collect and verify information more effectively.

New Disclosure Requirements for Government Employees

Under the new rules, civil servants must provide detailed personal and service-related information. They must disclose their current posting, employment status, and any foreign nationality they hold. In addition, officers must report any pending application or process related to foreign citizenship.
The declaration form also requires information about foreign passports, permanent residency permits, immigration programs, and travel documents. Furthermore, officials must disclose any other foreign affiliation that falls under the scope of the regulations. Authorities have extended the requirement to include spouses and dependent children as well.
The Establishment Division formally notified the Civil Servants (Disclosure and Regulation of Foreign Nationality) Rules, 2026, on June 1. The regulations apply not only to serving civil servants but also to individuals seeking government employment. Therefore, job applicants must disclose any foreign citizenship-related status before joining public service.

Deadline Set as Compliance Measures Begin

The new framework requires civil servants to report any foreign nationality acquired during service. They must also inform authorities if they join an immigration program or obtain a foreign passport or travel document. Consequently, government departments will maintain updated records regarding foreign affiliations.
Officials have warned that failure to provide accurate information could trigger disciplinary action. Departments may initiate proceedings against employees who do not comply with the regulations. Therefore, authorities have urged officers to complete the disclosure process within the prescribed period.
In a separate communication, the Establishment Division instructed officers of the Customs Service, Inland Revenue Service, and ex-cadre positions in the Federal Board of Revenue to submit their declarations by July 8. The government expects all affected officials to comply fully with the new requirements.