American Woman Who Traveled to Karachi for Love Finally Returns to the U.S. After Months of Struggles

An American woman, Onija Andrew Robinson, who had been stranded in Karachi for several months following her arrival on a tourist visa, has now returned to the United States. Reports indicate that Robinson, a resident of New York, had initially come to Pakistan on October 11 to be with a Pakistani man she had fallen in love with. Her visa was valid for only a month, and by November 10, she was supposed to return to the U.S., but she remained in Karachi, facing numerous challenges.

During her stay, Robinson encountered difficulties with local authorities, leading to repeated involvement of police, who were concerned about her security. Despite efforts by officials, Robinson refused to leave the country, and on January 27, a 15-day exit permit was issued after the intervention of the Sindh Governor’s office. A charity organization arranged for her flight ticket, and efforts were made to send her back to the U.S. by January 29.

However, after clearing all airport procedures, Robinson unexpectedly refused to board her flight and lodged complaints with the airline staff, resulting in her being offloaded from the plane. Following this incident, Robinson spent several more days in Karachi, reportedly staying at the home of a suspected friend.

Eventually, a charity organization provided her shelter, and after her health deteriorated, she was admitted to Jinnah Hospital, where she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. After a few days of treatment, a five-member medical board declared her fit for travel, and she was discharged on Friday evening.

The American consulate coordinated her return by arranging her flight ticket, and with police assistance, Robinson was transferred from the hospital to the airport for her flight back to the U.S.