Legal Framework
Acts & Rules
The statutes under which the Directorate registers, licenses and regulates tourism services across Sindh.
Governing Laws
Statutes administered by the Directorate
Pakistan Hotels & Restaurants Act, 1976
1976Governs the registration, grading and licensing of hotels, lodges, restaurants and eating establishments, and prescribes standards of accommodation, hygiene and safety.
Read / downloadTravel Agencies Act, 2011
2011Regulates the licensing and conduct of travel agencies and tour operators carrying on travel trade within the province.
Read / downloadSindh Tourist Guide Act, 2011
2011Provides for the certification and regulation of tourist guides and prescribes the qualifications and conduct required for guided tourism.
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Full text of the Acts, and any rules or notifications made thereunder, are available on the Downloads page.