Supreme Court Launches Cell for Overseas Pakistanis

Supreme Court Launches Overseas Litigants Facilitation Centr (OLFC)

A Digital Gateway for Overseas Citizens

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has launched the  Cell for Overseas Pakistanis Overseas Litigants Facilitation Centre (OLFC), a dedicated platform to help citizens living abroad manage their cases before the apex court. The initiative aims to simplify legal processes for overseas litigants by offering digital services and easier access to court procedures.

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Key Features of the OLFC

The OLFC can be accessed via a dedicated WhatsApp number (+923264442444 — messages only) and through the online portal on the official Supreme Court website. The facility is specifically designed to handle matters related to the Supreme Court and does not cover cases under the jurisdiction of other courts.

The term “Overseas Litigants” applies to any individual residing abroad, regardless of nationality, who has the right to approach the Supreme Court of Pakistan.

The OLFC will provide several key services, including:

• Submission of petitions, applications, and grievances through digital means.
• Assistance in requesting early hearings before the Supreme Court.
• Case updates and notifications sent electronically.
• Provision of certified copies of court orders digitally.
• Maintenance of digital records for all matters processed, along with their outcomes.
• Periodic reports submitted to the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP).

The center will specifically handle pending appellate cases of overseas litigants, ensuring efficient processing and timely communication. It will not entertain cases related to other courts under any circumstances.

Key Points

• OLFC provides digital access to the Supreme Court for overseas litigants.
• Accessible via WhatsApp and the official Supreme Court online portal.
• Focuses only on Supreme Court matters, not other courts.
• Offers petition submission, case updates, certified copies, and early hearing requests.
• Maintains digital records and submits reports to the Chief Justice of Pakistan.

Conclusion

The Overseas Litigants Facilitation Centre (OLFC) is a major step toward digital governance and easier access to justice for Pakistanis living abroad. By providing online services and real-time updates, the Supreme Court ensures that overseas citizens can engage with legal processes efficiently, without the need to travel or rely on intermediaries.

FAQs About the OLFC

1. Who can use the OLFC?
Any overseas litigant with the right to approach the Supreme Court of Pakistan, regardless of nationality.

2. How can cases be submitted to the OLFC?
Through the dedicated WhatsApp number (+923264442444 — messages only) or the Supreme Court’s official online portal.

3. What types of services does the OLFC offer?
It facilitates petition submission, early hearing requests, case updates, certified copies of orders, and maintains digital records.

4. Can the OLFC handle cases from other courts?
No. The OLFC only deals with matters under the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction.

5. How are the OLFC activities monitored?
The center submits periodic reports to the Chief Justice of Pakistan to ensure transparency and accountability.

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