🚨 Why Your Account Was Frozen
In Pakistan, crypto is not officially banned, but the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued multiple warnings against trading in crypto, and commercial banks often flag or freeze accounts involved in:
Receiving frequent P2P transfers
Suspicious payment references (e.g., "crypto", "USDT", "Binance")
High volume from random senders
Reports by counterparties or flagged P2P accounts
This is especially common on platforms like Binance P2P, where buyers/sellers may be under surveillance.
⚠️ What Could Be Happening
Your account flagged by the bank for suspicious activity
Linked to a previously reported scam via P2P (even if you're innocent)
FIA (Federal Investigation Agency) alert — they may have requested a freeze
Someone falsely reported you during a P2P dispute
✅ What You Should Do Immediately
1. Contact Your Bank
Go to your branch or call customer support
Politely ask:
"My account seems to be restricted. Can you tell me the reason for the freeze and how I can resolve it?"
Do not mention “crypto” at first. Wait to see what they say.
2. Ask for the Reason in Writing
This will help if you need to consult a lawyer or file a complaint
In some cases, the freeze is temporary (e.g., 72 hours) pending review
3. Stop Using Your Main Bank Account for P2P
In Pakistan, most banks scan for crypto transactions and are legally able to:
Freeze accounts
Report you to the FIA
Use third-party wallets (e.g., Easypaisa/JazzCash) or stable accounts only when you fully understand the risk.
4. If Involved in a Legal Case
If FIA is involved:
You must consult a lawyer
Show records of your P2P trades
Prove that you were not laundering money or running a scam
