United Arab Emirates Family Visit Visa for Pakistani Passport
Last updated: 10 Sept 2026
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None
Visa fee
AED 350Short-term
Destination at a glance
Capital
Abu Dhabi
Continent
Asia
Currency
Dirham (AED)
Phone code
+971
Language
Arabic
Exchange rate
1 AED = 75.4633 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
7,546.33
USD
27.23
Best Months to Travel
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders, who require a pre-arranged visa for all visit purposes
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders, who require a pre-arranged visa for all visit purposes
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders traveling on bare passports require a pre-arranged sponsor-issued visa and are not eligible for visa-on-arrival or self-service e-visa portals
- All visa applications must be processed by a UAE-based sponsor such as an airline, hotel, or licensed travel agency
- The UAE government does not issue direct tourist visas to individuals; all applications must be submitted through the ICP or GDRFA authorized sponsors
- Travelers flying with Emirates or flydubai can apply for their visa directly through the airline's official online portal
- Ensure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from the date of entry
- Apply at least two weeks before your intended travel date to allow for sponsor processing
- Visa fees paid to sponsors are generally non-refundable regardless of the outcome
- The decision of the immigration authorities is final and binding
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Select a UAE-based sponsor such as your airline, a hotel, or a licensed travel agency
- 2
Step 2
Complete the online visa application form provided by your chosen sponsor
- 3
Step 3
Upload digital copies of your passport and required supporting documents
- 4
Step 4
Pay the visa application and processing fees to the sponsor
- 5
Step 5
Wait for the sponsor to submit the application to the UAE immigration authorities
- 6
Step 6
Receive the electronic visa via email once approved by the immigration department
- 7
Step 7
Print the electronic visa copy to present at check-in and upon arrival in the UAE
Step 1
Select a UAE-based sponsor such as your airline, a hotel, or a licensed travel agency
Step 2
Complete the online visa application form provided by your chosen sponsor
Step 3
Upload digital copies of your passport and required supporting documents
Step 4
Pay the visa application and processing fees to the sponsor
Step 5
Wait for the sponsor to submit the application to the UAE immigration authorities
Step 6
Receive the electronic visa via email once approved by the immigration department
Step 7
Print the electronic visa copy to present at check-in and upon arrival in the UAE
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity
- Recent color passport-sized photograph with white background
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Sponsorship letter from UAE host
- Copy of sponsor UAE residence visa and Emirates ID
- Proof of relationship documentation such as family registration records
- Nikkah Nama with English translation
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations are required for entry into the UAE
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply for a UAE visa directly through the government website?▾
No, individual tourists cannot apply directly; you must use a UAE-based sponsor such as an airline, hotel, or travel agency
How will I receive my visa?▾
Once approved, the electronic visa is sent to your registered email address by your sponsor
What happens if my visa application is rejected?▾
Visa fees paid to sponsors are generally non-refundable, and the decision of the immigration authorities is final