ICT Laws Library

Applies to: All rental properties within Islamabad Capital Territory

Applies to: Transfer of immovable property in Pakistan

Applies to: Registration of documents relating to immovable property

Applies to: Stamp duty on legal documents in ICT

Applies to: Protection against illegal grabbing or occupation of property throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Real estate developers, housing societies, and property buyers in Islamabad Capital Territory

Applies to: Prohibition of holding property in fictitious names throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: All criminal offenses throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Criminal proceedings and police powers in Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Prevention of terrorism, sectarian violence, and speedy trial of heinous offences throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Cyber crimes, online offences, and electronic evidence throughout Pakistan including ICT. Applies to Pakistani citizens worldwide.

Applies to: Narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, and controlled substances throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Corruption and corrupt practices by public officials and private persons throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Investigation and trial of rape and sexual violence offences throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: All civil suits and proceedings in Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Fees payable on filing suits and documents in courts

Applies to: Specific remedies and equitable relief in civil matters

Applies to: Time limits for filing suits, appeals, and applications

Applies to: Mediation and collaborative settlement of civil and commercial disputes in ICT

Applies to: Practice and procedure for filing and hearing of cases in the Islamabad High Court

Applies to: All contracts and agreements in Pakistan

Applies to: Electronic commerce, digital signatures, and cyber transactions

Applies to: Company registration, corporate governance, and securities regulation

Applies to: Arbitration of disputes and enforcement of arbitral awards

Applies to: Incorporation, regulation, and winding up of companies throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Formation and regulation of partnership firms throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Sale and purchase of movable goods throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Recovery of loans and finances by banks and financial institutions throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Family disputes including divorce, maintenance, and custody in ICT

Applies to: Appointment of guardians for minors and their property

Applies to: All Muslim citizens of Pakistan including ICT - marriage registration, polygamy, talaq, maintenance, and succession

Applies to: Muslim women seeking judicial dissolution of marriage (khula) throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Restrictions on dowry and bridal gifts throughout Pakistan including ICT

Applies to: Protection of women, children, and other vulnerable persons from domestic violence in ICT. This 2026 Act (Presidential assent 26 January 2026) is the current ICT domestic violence law, replacing the earlier 2012 measure.

Applies to: Protection of children from abuse, exploitation, and neglect in ICT

Applies to: Restraint of child marriages in ICT; sets 18 as the minimum marriage age for both sexes

Applies to: All areas under CDA jurisdiction in Islamabad

Applies to: Local government and municipal functions in ICT

Applies to: Citizens aged 60 years and above residing in ICT

Applies to: All food businesses operating in ICT

Applies to: Regulation of healthcare services and facilities in ICT

Applies to: Regulation of shops, commercial establishments, and working conditions in ICT

Applies to: Registration and regulation of private trusts in ICT

Applies to: Management and protection of waqf (endowment) properties in ICT

Applies to: Registration and regulation of charitable organizations operating in ICT

Applies to: Rights and protections for domestic workers employed in households in ICT

Applies to: Rights and protections for persons with disabilities in ICT

Applies to: Amendments to local government structure and elections in ICT (Ordinance No. II of 2026, promulgated January 2026)

Applies to: Prohibition of usurious interest on private loans in ICT

Applies to: Prohibition of corporal punishment of children in educational institutions and workplaces in ICT

Applies to: Regulation of public assemblies, protests, and demonstrations in ICT

Applies to: Welfare and protection of overseas Pakistanis and their families throughout Pakistan including ICT