Pakistani Citizen Visa Requirements for the UAE

Pakistani citizens need a visa before traveling to the UAE. Tourist eVisas (30 or 60 days) are issued through airlines, hotels, licensed agencies, or UAE-resident sponsors, and normally arrive within a week. Complete, consistent documents matter — approval rates for Pakistani applicants improve sharply with a clean file.

Quick facts

Item	Details
Visa type	Tourist eVisa, 30 or 60 days
Typical fee	Roughly AED 250–370 plus service charges (check the official source)
Processing time	Usually 3–7 working days
Validity	60 days to enter; stay 30 or 60 days

How to apply, step by step

Apply via an airline (Emirates, Etihad, flydubai portals), hotel, licensed travel agency, or a relative resident in the UAE.
Submit passport copy (6+ months validity), CNIC copy, and a photo.
Add return ticket and hotel booking; some sponsors request bank statements or employment proof.
Pay fees online and receive the eVisa PDF by email.
Present the eVisa at check-in and UAE immigration.

FAQs

Why do UAE visas get rejected for Pakistani applicants? Typical reasons: blurry or mismatched documents, previous UAE immigration issues, unverified agents, or profile checks. Reapplying with corrected documents is allowed.

Can Pakistanis get UAE visa on arrival? No — a pre-approved visa is required for Pakistani passport holders.

Can family in the UAE sponsor my visit? Yes, UAE residents meeting salary thresholds can sponsor visit visas for parents, spouses, and relatives.

Is a UAE work visa different? Completely — work visas are employer-sponsored with medicals and Emirates ID; never work on a tourist visa.

Can I extend my tourist stay? Extensions from inside the UAE are generally available for a fee under current rules.

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