Iranian police detain over 230 Afghan migrants in Sistan and Baluchestan
The individuals were described by Iranian authorities as “unauthorized foreign nationals.”
The individuals were described by Iranian authorities as “unauthorized foreign nationals.”
The visa fee is set at €100 and is payable at the Iranian diplomatic mission in Kabul, according to local.
An additional 382 Afghans were also deported from Iran during the same period, the commission said.
The deportees entered the country through the Torkham and Spin Boldak border crossings in the east and south.
The deportees were returned through four major border crossings, including Torkham and Spin Boldak from Pakistan.
Officials said that over 470,000 undocumented Afghans have reportedly come forward to return to Afghanistan so far this year.
The commission said it registered and processed the arrivals, the majority of whom were entire families, many with children and.
The Pakistani government has also stopped renewing many temporary visas, leaving families who have lived in the country for years.
Applicants describe Iran’s visa application website as largely nonfunctional since early this year.
An additional 132 Afghans were also repatriated from Iran, either voluntarily or by force, the statement said.