Do Pakistani citizens need a visa to visit the UAE?

Q: Do Pakistani citizens need a visa to visit the UAE?

You need a pre-arranged tourist visa. Pakistan passport holders need a pre-arranged UAE tourist visa — a single-entry visa for 30 or 60 days, applied for online (ICP/GDRFA) or through an airline, hotel or travel agent.

Visiting the UAE: Pakistani citizen → United Arab Emirates

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You need a pre-arranged tourist visa

Pakistan passport holders need a pre-arranged UAE tourist visa — a single-entry visa for 30 or 60 days, applied for online (ICP/GDRFA) or through an airline, hotel or travel agent.

The bottom line

The visa is for a single visit for tourism, for a period of 30 or 60 days.
Apply online via the ICP or GDRFA smart services, or have an airline, hotel or travel agent sponsor it.
Government fee from AED 200 (30-day) or AED 300 (60-day), plus VAT; processed in about 48 hours.

When to start

Start 7–21 days before your travel date.

The low end assumes everything goes smoothly; the high end leaves margin for delays and passport hiccups. You can apply at most 60 days ahead.

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Where you'll apply

Apply online through the official ICP or GDRFA smart services, or through your airline, hotel or a licensed travel agent — there is no in-person visa centre.

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