The main objectives of the Overseas Pakistanis Commission are not only redressing the complaints but also facilitating the citizens in every possible manner, as listed below:

• Welfare of Overseas Pakistanis
• Welcoming them in mainstream
• Addressing their genuine complaints which fall within the provision of the Provincial Government
• Protection from land grabbing and similar other hazards
• Facilitation in their investments
• Removing hurdles and assisting in policy decisions on the basis of suggestions received from Overseas Pakistanis

As per Rules of Business 2011 of Punjab Government, Punjab Overseas Pakistanis Commission is functioning as  a Special Institution with Services and General Administration Department of Government of the Punjab.