OEP License 0332/LHR — Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment, Government of Pakistan
PPA's license issued by the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment, Government of Pakistan
Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment, Government of Pakistan
Understanding Overseas Employment Promoters and why they matter
An Overseas Employment Promoter (OEP) is a company or individual licensed by Pakistan's Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment (BEOE) under the Emigration Ordinance, 1979 to recruit Pakistani nationals for overseas employment. The BEOE regulates all OEPs through a rigorous licensing process that includes security deposits, annual renewals, and compliance audits. Only licensed OEPs can legally process overseas employment from Pakistan.
The distinction between a licensed OEP and an unlicensed agent is critical. Licensed OEPs like PPA are bound by government regulations that protect both workers and employers. They must maintain transparent fee structures, provide Protectorate clearance for every worker, and submit to regular inspections. Unlicensed agents operate outside this framework, exposing workers to exploitation and employers to legal liability. The BEOE maintains a public directory of all licensed OEPs, allowing employers to verify any agency's credentials before engagement.
Six pillars of regulatory compliance that ensure every deployment is fully government-approved
PPA renews its license annually with the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment, maintaining continuous compliance since 1975. This includes updated security deposits and documentation review.
Every worker deployed through PPA receives Protectorate stamp clearance, ensuring government-verified departure. No worker leaves Pakistan without this mandatory legal authorization.
All documents are attested through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following strict verification protocols, ensuring every credential is legally recognized in the destination country.
Medical examinations are coordinated through GAMCA-approved centers, mandatory for all GCC-bound workers. PPA manages token booking, scheduling, and result tracking.
Skills verification through NAVTTC-certified centers ensures workers meet trade requirements. PakSoftSkills registration has been mandatory since November 2025 for all departing workers.
Workers receive comprehensive briefing on destination country laws, their rights under the employment contract, and employer obligations before departure.
Working with a licensed, compliant OEP protects your organization at every level
Four simple steps to confirm PPA's OEP credentials through official government channels
Warning signs that an overseas recruitment agent may not be legitimately licensed
No BEOE license number displayed — legitimate OEPs prominently display their license number on all communications and office premises
Demands upfront fees from workers — charging workers excessive or hidden recruitment fees is illegal under Pakistani law
No Protectorate clearance for departing workers — every legally processed worker must receive Protectorate stamp before departure
Uses fake or expired demand letters — legitimate demand letters are registered with BEOE and have a 120-day validity period
Cannot provide verifiable deployment history — licensed OEPs maintain detailed records of all past deployments accessible through BEOE
Operates without a physical office address — BEOE requires all OEPs to maintain a registered office that is inspectable at any time
OEP License #0332/LHR — 50+ years of government-compliant overseas recruitment. Let PPA handle the compliance so you can focus on your workforce needs.
+92 42 36369494
+92 42 36361361, 36302711
OEP License: 0332/LHR
57 mozang Road, Lahore, Pakistan
hr@ppa.com.pk
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