FIA Arrest 258 Foreigners in Islamabad Scam Call Center Raid

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested 258 foreign nationals, including 40 Chinese citizens, in a recent raid on an alleged scam call center in Islamabad, Pakistan. The operation took place at Gulberg Green, a residential area located on the outskirts of the capital city. According to an FIA official, the foreigners had entered Pakistan on tourist visas and were not allowed to engage in the alleged scam activities.

Among those detained were 170 Vietnamese nationals, along with citizens from Malaysia and other Asian countries. The arrested individuals are currently being held at a jail in Rawalpindi. The FIA has notified the respective embassies regarding the detentions, and an investigation into the alleged activities is currently underway.

Authorities plan to release more details about the allegations in the coming days. Deportation may also be pursued for those found guilty of illegal activities. Media reports indicate that the foreigners were apprehended last week. This latest raid follows a similar operation conducted by the FIA in July 2025, in which 149 people, including 71 foreigners primarily from China, were arrested on charges of running a large call center involved in Ponzi schemes and investment fraud.