ISLAMABAD, Feb 22 (APP): In a significant development for Pakistanis seeking long-term residency in Spain, top officials from the Interior Ministry and the Foreign Office have pledged coordinated support to ease the processing of Spanish Resident Card applications, following growing public demand and repeated calls for government intervention.
The commitment emerged after a series of consultations in Islamabad, where authorities reviewed challenges faced by applicants—particularly delays in document verification, apostille requirements, and the processing of familial and work-based residency cases. Officials confirmed that both institutions will streamline their internal mechanisms to ensure applicants receive timely documentation and clear guidance.
According to senior officers familiar with the discussions, the Interior Ministry is preparing to enhance verification procedures for identity documents and family records, addressing a major hurdle frequently highlighted by Spanish immigration authorities. Parallel to this, the Foreign Office is expected to introduce faster attestation pathways, including dedicated facilitation counters for applicants pursuing Spanish residency.
Authorities emphasized that the initiative aligns with the government’s broader agenda to support overseas Pakistanis and expand legal migration channels. They noted that thousands of families depend on Spanish residency pathways for employment, education, and family reunification, making efficient processing a matter of urgent national interest.
Stakeholders, including immigration consultants and applicants, welcomed the move, calling it a long-awaited step toward reducing bureaucratic hurdles. They urged the government to ensure that the new facilitation measures are implemented consistently across regional passport offices and foreign ministry camps.
Further announcements are expected in the coming weeks as both ministries finalize operational details and communication strategies for the public.