Simplify license for tourist guides
Reform ID		F231
Description		The licensing regime for tourist guides presents a significant business challenge due to mandatory certification requirements, procedural complexities, and limited access to streamlined registration systems. The involvement of multiple authorities, along with lengthy approval timelines and unclear eligibility criteria, creates barriers to entry and restricts the availability of qualified guides in the market. Additionally, frequent renewals and lack of digital facilitation further increase compliance costs and discourage new entrants. For example, many countries adopt a more targeted approach—such as Peru, Colombia, and Brazil—where licensing is required only for specialized or high-risk tourism activities
Department		Department of Tourist Services (DTS)
Jurisdiction / Location		Federal - Entire Pakistan
Sector		Culture and Tourism
Start Date		18-08-2025
Target Deadline		19-11-2025
Date Enacted
Implementation Status		Completed
Progress		100%
CCORR Direction		Simplify
Cost Savings PKR (Mil.)
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