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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
Required
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 = 75.6389 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
7,563.89
USD
27.23
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Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a pre-arranged visa is required for all visit types
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a pre-arranged visa is required for all visit types
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders are not eligible for visa-on-arrival or conditional entry pathways available to other nationalities
- All visa applications must be facilitated by a UAE-based sponsor such as an airline, hotel, or licensed travel agency
- Applications are processed through the official ICP smart services portal or GDRFA systems by the sponsor
- Family visit visas require the host in the UAE to provide proof of relationship and accommodation
- The electronic visa is issued by the immigration authority and must be printed for presentation at the airport
- Ensure the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of arrival in the UAE
- Processing times typically range from three to five working days once the application is submitted by the sponsor
- All applicants must comply with the latest entry protocols published on the official ICP smart services portal
Application Process
Step 1
Identify a UAE-based sponsor such as an airline, hotel, or travel agency to facilitate the application
Step 2
Provide the sponsor with digital copies of the passport and required civil documents
Step 3
The sponsor submits the visa application through the official ICP or GDRFA online portal
Step 4
Pay the visa application fee and any service charges directly to the sponsor
Step 5
Receive the electronic visa via email once the application is approved by 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
- Digital passport-sized photograph with white background
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Nikkah Nama (original) with English translation
- Sponsorship letter from the UAE host
- Copy of sponsor's UAE residence visa and Emirates ID
- Proof of sponsor's UAE residency and accommodation
- Nikkah Nama with English translation
- Copy of sponsor UAE residence visa and Emirates ID
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity
- Digital passport-sized photograph with white background
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Nikkah Nama (original) with English translation
- Sponsorship letter from the UAE host
- Copy of sponsor's UAE residence visa and Emirates ID
- Proof of sponsor's UAE residency and accommodation
- Nikkah Nama with English translation
- Copy of sponsor UAE residence visa and Emirates ID
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations are required for entry into the UAE
- Travelers are advised to have comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical expenses
- Check for any updated health protocols on the official UAE government portal before departure