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Do UAE passport holders need a visa to visit PK?

UAE ordinary passport holders can travel to Pakistan visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. No visa, eVisa, or Electronic Travel Authorization is required before departure. Emirati (UAE) ordinary passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to Pakistan for tourism and business under a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) exemption announced by Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 12 September 2024. GCC citizens "are not required to apply for Electronic Travel Authorization or Visa" and can travel to Pakistan "by just purchasing an air ticket" for stays of up to 90 days. This exemption is country-of-citizenship based: it applies to holders of UAE national passports, not to foreign nationals merely residing in the UAE. Importantly, when Pakistan suspended its free Visa-on-Arrival / Visa-Prior-to-Arrival (VPA) program for 126 nationalities effective 1 January 2026 (forcing those travelers onto a paid eVisa), the GCC exemption was explicitly preserved. UAE nationals therefore remain visa-free as of 31 May 2026. Travelers should carry a passport valid at least six months beyond arrival and be ready to show proof of accommodation and onward/return travel. Pakistan is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 short-stay rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (GCC citizen exemption)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted
from issue date
Visa fee
No fee (0 PKR)
consular fee only
Processing time
None required - enter on arrival
standard track
Validity
Each stay up to 90 days; passport valid 6+ months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport is a UAE national passport
The exemption applies only to UAE citizens holding an ordinary UAE passport. Foreign nationals who merely reside in the UAE are not covered and must apply for a paid Pakistan eVisa.
· UAE ordinary passport· Citizenship-based
/02
Check passport validity and blank pages
Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended arrival date in Pakistan and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 6 months validity· Blank page
/03
Book your flight to Pakistan
No advance visa or Electronic Travel Authorization is needed. Per the MoFA announcement, GCC nationals can travel by simply purchasing an air ticket.
· No pre-approval· Direct booking
/04
Prepare supporting travel documents
Carry proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address) and a confirmed return or onward ticket, which immigration officers may ask to see.
· Hotel booking· Return ticket
/05
Present documents at the immigration counter on arrival
At your port of entry, present your UAE passport. The 90-day visa-free entry is granted at immigration; no fee is charged.
· On arrival· Free entry
/06
Observe the 90-day limit
Stay no longer than 90 days per visit. To extend or stay longer for non-tourism purposes, apply through the Pakistan Online Visa System at visa.nadra.gov.pk.
· 90-day cap· NADRA portal
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Valid UAE national (ordinary) passport, 6+ months validity beyond arrival
required
At least one blank passport page for entry stamp
required
Confirmed return or onward air ticket
recommended
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address in Pakistan)
recommended
Sufficient funds for the duration of stay
recommended
Travel/medical insurance valid for Pakistan
recommended
Contact details and itinerary for your stay
recommended
Proof of UAE citizenship if questioned (the exemption is citizenship-based)
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0No visa required for UAE nationals under the GCC exemption
Electronic Travel Authorization0Not required for GCC citizens per MoFA announcement
Entry/immigration fee0No fee charged on arrival for visa-free entry
Total estimate0 — 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival
Immediate at port of entry
No advance application needed; the 90-day stay is granted at the immigration counter upon presenting a UAE passport.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
GCC citizen visa exemption
Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs granted visa-free travel to all GCC citizens, including UAE nationals, for tourism and business effective 12 September 2024.
High
/02
Generous 90-day stay
The exemption allows stays of up to 90 days, ample for tourism, family visits, and most short business trips.
High
/03
Exemption preserved after 2026 VPA suspension
When Pakistan suspended its free Visa-on-Arrival/VPA program for 126 nationalities on 1 January 2026, GCC nationals were explicitly exempted and kept their visa-free access.
Medium
/04
Citizenship-based, not residency-based
UAE residents who are not UAE citizens do NOT qualify and must apply for a paid eVisa; this distinction commonly causes confusion.
Medium
/05
No Schengen/ETIAS relevance
Pakistan is not in the Schengen area, so the 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
United Arab Emirates to Pakistan route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for UAE ordinary passport holders (up to 90 days) under the GCC exemption via Pakistan MoFA press release; verified the exemption survived the 1 January 2026 VPA suspension for 126 nationalities.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UAE citizens need a visa to visit Pakistan?—
No. UAE nationals holding an ordinary passport can enter Pakistan visa-free for tourism or business for up to 90 days under the GCC citizen exemption. No visa, eVisa, or Electronic Travel Authorization is required.
How long can a UAE national stay in Pakistan without a visa?+
Does the visa-free rule apply to UAE residents who are not Emirati citizens?+
Did Pakistan's 2026 visa changes affect UAE travelers?+
What documents should a UAE national carry on arrival?+
Is there any fee for UAE citizens entering Pakistan?+
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