The Government of Punjab has launched the Uraan Card Program to support young people seeking employment abroad. The initiative provides interest-free financial assistance to cover essential pre-departure costs.
Under the program, eligible candidates can receive funding for visa fees, medical examinations, airfare, and other mandatory expenses. Officials said the scheme will support up to 100,000 applicants who already hold verified job offers from overseas employers.
وزیراعلیٰ مریم نواز کا 'پرواز کارڈ پروگرام' نوجوانوں کو بین الاقوامی روزگار کی فراہمی کے لیے ایک انقلابی قدم ہے۔ یہ سکیم ایک لاکھ افراد کو ویزا، میڈیکل اور ٹکٹ جیسے اخراجات کے لیے بلا سود مالی معاونت فراہم کرے گی تاکہ باصلاحیت نوجوان مالی تنگی کے باعث پیچھے نہ رہ جائیں۔ ۔ pic.twitter.com/oP27eg3niO
— Umer Qureshi (@Umerqreshi123) January 9, 2026The program targets skilled youth who often struggle with high upfront costs despite securing foreign employment. By removing this financial barrier, the government aims to expand access to overseas employment and increase remittance inflows.
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Eligibility criteria
Applicants must be 18 years or older and permanent residents of Punjab. They must also hold a valid, verified job offer from an authorised foreign employer.
Officials said the application process will remain transparent and fully documented. Only candidates who meet all criteria will qualify for assistance.
حکومت پنجاب کا پرواز کارڈ ہنرمند نوجوانوں کے لیے بیرون ملک روزگار کی راہ ہموار کرنے کا انقلابی قدم ہے۔ یہ پروگرام تصدیق شدہ جاب آفرز پر بلا سود قرض اور مستند اداروں تک رسائی دیتا ہے۔ pic.twitter.com/ir2p1EZHPz
— Rana Sikandar Hayat (@RanaSikandarH) January 7, 2026Application process
The Punjab government will soon publish detailed application guidelines on its official website. In the meantime, prospective applicants should prepare their documents, including a verified overseas job offer, proof of Punjab residency, and valid identity papers.
A government spokesperson said the Uraan Card Program will help young people pursue overseas employment with confidence. The initiative reflects Punjab’s broader strategy to empower youth, promote legal migration, and strengthen the national economy through higher remittances.
