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Pakistan Inmate Search & Prison Directory

Browse correctional facilities and prisons in Pakistan. Find addresses, phone numbers, and official contacts for 4 facilities in this directory, plus emergency guidance for US citizens and families of detainees.

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About Pakistan's Correctional System

Pakistan's correctional system is managed by the Pakistan Prison Service. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.

For US citizens detained in Pakistan, contact US Embassy Pakistan at +92 51 201 4000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.

Key Pakistan Prison Contacts

Agency / ContactLocationPhoneWebsite
Pakistan Prison Service Pakistan +92-51-9207-000 Visit Site
US Embassy Pakistan Pakistan +92 51 201 4000 Visit Site
US State Dept Emergency (from US) Washington DC 1-888-407-4747 Visit Site
Showing 4 facilities in Pakistan
Central Prison Karachi
Facility Closed
📍Karachi, Karachi, 75500
📞021/3526-1234
👤8,000 Capacity
Main prison in Pakistan's largest city. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners under Sindh's prison administration.
Central Jail Lahore
Facility Closed
📍Multan Road, Lahore, 54000
📞042/3571-0000
👤10,000 Capacity
Pakistan's largest prison. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from the Lahore judicial district. Punjab's main correctional facility. Severely overcrowded. Houses death row prisoners and high-profile convicted criminals.
Central Prison Peshawar
Facility Closed
📍Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 25000
📞091/927-0000
👤5,000 Capacity
Main prison in Peshawar capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners including terrorism suspects.
Adiala Jail
Facility Closed
📍Rawalpindi, Punjab, 46000
📞051/546-1000
👤8,000 Capacity
Major prison near Islamabad housing high-profile political prisoners. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan was detained here in 2023-24. Houses hundreds of PTI activists and political opponents. Also houses convicted criminals on long sentences.

Pakistan Prison FAQ

Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Pakistan, contact US Embassy Pakistan at +92 51 201 4000 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Pakistan at +92 51 201 4000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Pakistan. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Pakistan Bar Council for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Pakistan. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Pakistan facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.

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