KARACHI: The Government of Sindh has introduced a digital property registration system to facilitate overseas Pakistanis in executing property transactions without traveling to Pakistan.
Senior Minister for Information, Transport and Mass Transit, Sharjeel Inam Memon, described the initiative as a “historic and revolutionary step” designed to ease long-standing procedural challenges faced by expatriate Pakistanis. The reform enables overseas citizens to complete sale deeds and related property documentation through Pakistani embassies and consulates abroad.
The initiative follows amendments to the Sindh Registration Act, which exempt overseas Pakistanis from the requirement to appear in person at local sub-registrar offices. The new system integrates with the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) to enable biometric and facial verification, enhancing security, transparency, and fraud prevention.
Additionally, e-stamping services have been transitioned to the Sindh Information Technology Company to streamline digitization. The system incorporates paperless stamp duty, two-factor authentication, and mobile application access to facilitate secure, efficient transactions.
Officials say the move is expected to strengthen investor confidence among overseas Pakistanis and encourage greater participation in Pakistan’s real estate sector. The government views the reform as part of broader efforts to modernize land administration, improve governance, and simplify bureaucratic procedures.
The digital registration framework represents a significant development in Sindh’s administrative reforms and could set a precedent for similar initiatives in other provinces.
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