Who Runs AbroadMate
AbroadMate is an independent project built by a small team based in Pakistan. We are not an immigration consultancy and do not charge for advice. The site is funded through advertising (Google AdSense) and affiliate partnerships with services like Wise and Payoneer, which we disclose transparently within each guide.
We started AbroadMate because we experienced first-hand how difficult it is to find accurate, up-to-date immigration information tailored for Pakistani passport holders. Most resources are written for Western audiences. We wanted to change that.
Our Editorial Process
Every article on AbroadMate goes through the following process before publication:
- Research — We start from official government sources: embassy websites, immigration department portals, and official fee schedules. We never rely on third-party blogs or forums alone.
- Writing — Guides are written with Pakistani applicants in mind, including Pakistan-specific document requirements, PKR cost estimates, and processing times from Pakistan-based embassies.
- Fact-checking — Key claims (visa fees, salary thresholds, document lists) are cross-verified against at least one official source. We link to these sources within each article.
- Review & Update — Every published article displays a "Last Updated" and "Last Verified" date. We aim to re-verify visa and payment guides at least quarterly.
How We Verify Information
For sensitive topics — visa requirements, tax rules, financial services — we follow these verification standards:
- Visa guides — Verified against official embassy or immigration authority websites. We link directly to IRCC (Canada), UKVI, Make it in Germany, and equivalent portals.
- Payment & financial guides — We reference Wise Help Centre, Payoneer Support, State Bank of Pakistan, and FBR where applicable.
- Cost data — Our cost-of-living figures are estimates based on publicly available data. They are meant as planning references, not guarantees.
What We Offer
- Visa Guides — Step-by-step guides for 20+ countries with official government links and Pakistan-specific requirements
- Cost of Living Data — Monthly cost breakdowns for 25+ cities with PKR conversion
- Free Tools — Cost calculator, visa checker, salary converter, budget planner, and relocation checklist
- Work Abroad Guides — Freelancing, remote work, and job-hunting guides for Pakistani professionals
- Study Abroad Guides — University applications, student visas, and scholarship information
Contact Us
Found an error in one of our guides? Have a suggestion? We take corrections seriously.
Visit our Contact page or email us at hello@abroadmate.me.