In a move aimed at elevating the remittance experience for overseas Pakistanis, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has unveiled a new pinnacle in its Sohni Dharti Remittance Program (SDRP) – the ‘Diamond’ category. Nestled amidst the existing ‘Green,’ ‘Gold,’ and ‘Platinum’ categories, the Diamond category promises an array of enhanced benefits and exclusive privileges that truly sparkle.
Diamond category holders can revel in a host of privileges that redefine their remittance journey. Notably, they gain access to coveted perks such as expedited arms license acquisition for non-prohibited bore firearms, priority treatment at Pakistan’s embassies and airports, and complimentary passport issuance.
SDRP is a visionary point-based loyalty program tailor-made for remitters. This ingenious program empowers remitters to amass reward points by leveraging formal channels, primarily SBP-regulated entities, for sending remittances. These accrued reward points can then redeemed by both the remitter and their designated beneficiary, unlocking a treasure trove of free products and services.
Among the numerous offerings, the SDRP bestows a waiver of the emigrant registration fee at the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment, relief from duty payments on imported mobile phones and vehicles to the Federal Board of Revenue, and coverage of school fees by the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF). Furthermore, the program extends its generosity to the renewal fee for passports at the Directorate General of Immigration & Passports.
But the generosity doesn’t stop there. Redeeming these reward points also opens doors to discounted international air tickets and reduced extra luggage charges when flying with Pakistan International Airlines. Additionally, the program enables life insurance and takaful premium payments through the State Life Insurance Corporation, and it offers rewards for purchases at the Utility Stores Corporation of Pakistan.
Accessing these reward points is a breeze, thanks to the SDRP app. A virtual card within the app automatically updates with each remittance transaction, ensuring convenience at your fingertips.
To further enrich the SDRP experience, new avenues for reward points redemption have introduced, including 1BILL and PayPak card services. These additions broaden the horizons for remitters and their beneficiaries, allowing them to settle bills and utilize PayPak Cards at various merchants and Pakistani e-commerce platforms.
With the introduction of the ‘Diamond’ category and the continual expansion of rewards, the SBP’s Sohni Dharti Remittance Program cements its status as a beacon of support and appreciation for the invaluable contributions of overseas Pakistanis. This program not only strengthens financial ties but also ensures that the bond with the homeland remains unbreakable.
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