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United Arab Emirates to Pakistan visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders can travel to Pakistan visa-free for tourism or business for up to 90 days. No visa, eVisa, or Electronic Travel Authorization is required before departure under Pakistan's official GCC citizen exemption. 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, including UAE citizens, are not required to apply for Electronic Travel Authorization or a visa through the Pakistan Online Visa System for business or tourism, and may stay in Pakistan 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. Pakistan's official GCC exemption remains in force as of 19 June 2026, and UAE MoFA also lists Pakistan as visa-free for UAE normal passport holders with tourism stays of 90 days. 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-FREETOURISMNOT SPECIFIED BY THE OFFICIAL GCC EXEMPTION; STAY MAY BE UP TO 90 DAYSLast verified 2026-06-19
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 2026-06-19
Visa type
Visa-free entry (GCC citizen exemption)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Not specified by the official GCC exemption; stay may be up to 90 days
from issue date
Visa fee
No fee (0 PKR)
consular fee only
Processing time
None required - enter on arrival
standard track
Validity
Tourism/business 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 check their own nationality on Pakistan's Online Visa System.
· 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 the 90-day GCC exemption. To stay longer or travel for a purpose outside tourism/business, check the appropriate route through the Pakistan Online Visa System at visa.nadra.gov.pk.
· 90-day cap· NADRA portal
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Pakistan · Visa-free entry (GCC citizen exemption)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredValid UAE national (ordinary) passport, 6+ months validity beyond arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for entry stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedConfirmed return or onward air ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address in Pakistan)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedSufficient funds for the duration of stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance valid for Pakistan
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedContact details and itinerary for your stay
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of UAE citizenship if questioned (the exemption is citizenship-based)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesPakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs - GCC citizens visa-free travel press releasePakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) - Tourist VisaPakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) - official portal
Application link included: Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs - GCC citizens visa-free travel press release
Open link
/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
Visa / ETA fee0No visa or ETA fee applies under the GCC exemption; ordinary airline, airport, or service charges are separate
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 for tourism and short business trips.
High
/03
No ETA or visa application
Pakistan MoFA states GCC citizens are not required to apply for Electronic Travel Authorization or a visa through the Pakistan Online Visa System for business or tourism.
Medium
/04
Citizenship-based, not residency-based
UAE residents who are not UAE citizens do not qualify automatically and must check their own nationality on Pakistan's Online Visa System.
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
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-18
Pakistan GCC exemption guidance tightened
Removed non-official 2026 visa-change sourcing, kept the official MoFA GCC exemption as the controlling source, changed entries to not specified by the exemption, and softened non-citizen UAE resident processing guidance.
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.
/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?+
What is the official basis for the exemption?+
What documents should a UAE national carry on arrival?+
Is there any fee for UAE citizens entering Pakistan?+
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