The legal route, in six steps
- A licensed recruiter and a real employer. Only an Overseas Employment Promoter licensed by BEOE, or an employer hiring directly through BEOE, can recruit you legally. Check the licence first.
- Selection. Interview and trade test. For many Saudi professions, the Takamol skill verification test is also required.
- GCC medical at an approved centre, booked through Wafid. Medical guide.
- Work visa issued by the employer and stamped in your passport.
- BEOE protector registration, which also gives you welfare fund membership and insurance. Protector guide and fees.
- Pre-departure briefing, ticket and departure. Pre-departure checklist.
Jobs by country
| Country | Process guide | Open jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | Read the guide | See jobs |
| United Arab Emirates | Coming soon | See jobs |
| Qatar | Coming soon | See jobs |
| Oman | Coming soon | See jobs |
| Kuwait | Coming soon | See jobs |
| Bahrain | Coming soon | See jobs |
Jobs by trade
Electrician · Driver · Welder · Technician · Mechanic · Mason · Nurse & caregiver · All open jobs
Five rules that protect you
- Verify the agent's BEOE licence yourself before paying anything.
- Never travel for work on a visit, Umrah or tourist visa.
- Never skip the protector stamp.
- Pay the licensed company or the government only, and always get a receipt.
- Keep your own passport, and a copy of your contract.
Frequently asked questions
How can I get an overseas job from Pakistan safely?
Apply through a recruiter licensed by the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment (BEOE), check that licence yourself on beoe.gov.pk, make sure you travel on an employment visa, and register for the BEOE protector before you fly. Pay only against official receipts.
Which countries hire the most Pakistani workers?
Saudi Arabia receives the largest share of Pakistani workers going abroad, followed by other Gulf countries such as the UAE, Oman and Qatar. BEOE publishes country-wise emigration statistics.
Do I have to pay to apply for jobs on the Allied Services portal?
No. Creating an account and applying on our candidate portal is free.
Are jobs in Europe from Pakistan real?
Some are, but genuine demand is far smaller than social media suggests, and Europe is a common lure in visa scams. Read our guide to European work visas before paying anyone.
Looking for a verified overseas job?
Every vacancy on our portal is recruited by a BEOE-licensed agency. Creating an account and applying is free.
Related guides
Official sources
- Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment (BEOE), Government of Pakistan
- BEOE: online emigrant registration (e-Protector)
- Wafid: GCC medical examination booking (formerly GAMCA)
- NAVTTC: Takamol Skill Verification Program (Saudi Arabia)
Government fees and rules change. Always confirm figures on the official site before you pay anyone, and only pay against a receipt.