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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes (sponsor-issued)
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None
Visa fee
Destination at a glance
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Currency
Dirham (AED)
Phone code
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Language
Arabic
Exchange rate
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Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders, who must obtain a pre-arranged visa for all tourism visits to the United Arab Emirates
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders, who must obtain a pre-arranged visa for all tourism visits to the United Arab Emirates
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders are not eligible for visa-on-arrival or self-service e-visa pathways reserved for other nationalities
- All tourist visas must be pre-arranged through a UAE-based sponsor such as an airline, hotel, or licensed travel agency
- Applications are processed through the UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) or the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) portals by the sponsor
- Individual sponsorship is not available for tourists; ensure your sponsor is a recognized UAE-based entity
- Processing times typically range from 2 to 5 working days depending on the visa category and security clearance
- Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of entry into the UAE
- Electronic visas are issued digitally and must be printed for presentation at the airport during check-in and upon arrival
Application Process
Step 1
Select a UAE-based sponsor such as an airline, hotel, or licensed travel agency to initiate the application
Step 2
Complete the online visa application form provided by the chosen sponsor
Step 3
Upload digital copies of the required passport and personal documents to the sponsor portal
Step 4
Pay the visa application and processing fees directly to the sponsor
Step 5
Receive the electronic visa via email once approved by the UAE immigration authorities
Step 6
Print the electronic visa copy to present at the airport during check-in and upon arrival in the UAE
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity
- Color passport-sized photograph with white background
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) original and photocopy
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- Proof of property or business ties in Pakistan
- Confirmed flight booking with a UAE-based airline
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity
- Color passport-sized photograph with white background
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) original and photocopy
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- Proof of property or business ties in Pakistan
- Confirmed flight booking with a UAE-based airline
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations are required for entry into the UAE