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Important Announcement: Opening of UNHCR Voluntary Repatriation Centre (VRC) in Lahore (formerly PCM Lahore).
Afghan refugees holding Proof of Registration (PoR) cards or UNHCR-issued refugee cards who wish to return to Afghanistan under the UN Refugee Agency’s Facilitated Voluntary Repatriation Programme are informed that the UNHCR Voluntary Repatriation Centre (VRC) in Lahore (formerly PCM Lahore) will become operational from 22 October 2025.
PoR cardholders and UNHCR Mandate Refugees who wish to repatriate to Afghanistan are encouraged to visit the VRC Lahore to complete their repatriation processing. Services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
The VRC Lahore will be open five days a week from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Refugee families are kindly advised NOT to bringing luggage to the centre, as heavy vehicles will not be allowed to enter the area.
For further information, Afghan refugees may contact the UNHCR Helpline at 0800-86677
Following the Government of Pakistan’s announcement of a plan to deport undocumented Afghans, UNHCR is appealing to Pakistan to continue its protection of all vulnerable Afghans who have sought safety in Pakistan. UNHCR has offered its support to Pakistan in developing a mechanism to manage and register people in need of international protection on its territory and respond to particular vulnerabilities. UNHCR underscores that any refugee return must be voluntary without any pressure, to ensure protection for those seeking safety.
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