Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), is reportedly developing a special travel mechanism that could allow selected Indian Sikhs to enter and leave the country without conventional immigration stamps on their passports. The move is being viewed as part of Islamabad’s efforts to expand its outreach to Sikh groups and allegedly encourage pro-Khalistan elements, according to a senior security source.

The proposed system would include special e-visas, smart-gate immigration facilities, dedicated green channels and digital entry-exit records. The source claimed that the ISI had already completed a pilot project. However, the facility would remain limited to a carefully selected group of Indian Sikh visitors.

Under the plan, selected individuals would be encouraged to reach Pakistan through third countries instead of travelling directly from India. Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Baku and Colombo are among the possible transit points being considered.

On arrival, visitors would reportedly use designated smart gates or green channels. Authorities would record their movements digitally without placing physical immigration stamps on their passports. State protocol channels would manage these arrangements to prevent conventional passport markings from revealing their visit to Pakistan.

The security source said the facility would be similar to special immigration arrangements Pakistan provides to members of royal families in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, senior intelligence officials, top defence personnel and key diplomats.

The initiative reportedly goes beyond religious tourism. The source claimed that Pakistan aims to encourage hardcore Khalsa fighters and anti-India Sikh elements, including supporters of the Khalistan movement.

The reported plan also comes amid allegations that Pakistani intelligence agencies have been reaching out to Sikh groups in the UK, the US and Canada. According to the source, Pakistan has extended exclusive invitations and hospitality to Sikh community members from different countries to visit religious sites across the country.

The development comes as the Kartarpur Corridor remains suspended for pilgrims travelling from India. Pakistan officially reopened its side in September 2026, but India has kept its border terminal closed since May 2025 due to continuing security concerns.

With the corridor unavailable to Indian pilgrims, Pakistan is reportedly exploring alternative routes and special visa arrangements. According to the security source, Islamabad issued 4,002 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims in the first half of 2026. It is also preparing to welcome more pilgrims later in November for the 557th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji at Nankana Sahib.

The proposed stamp-free facility would not apply to all Indian Sikh visitors. Access would reportedly remain restricted to selected individuals identified through the ISI-led initiative and managed under special state protocol arrangements.