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Pakistan and UAE Agree on Multiple Visa Waivers for Diplomatic and Official Passports

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Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced on Sunday that his country and the United Arab Emirates have agreed on multiple visa waivers for diplomatic and official passports, strengthening their close diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties. The agreement is a significant step forward for Pakistanis traveling to the UAE, which is one of Pakistan's largest trading partners in the Middle East and a major source of remittances. The visa waiver comes after a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the two countries, which will take effect after 30 days.

Key Takeaways:

  • Pakistan and the UAE have agreed on multiple visa waivers for diplomatic and official passports, effective July 25, 2025, at all UAE airports.
  • The visa waiver applies to Emirati nationals at all Pakistani airports, marking a reciprocal arrangement between the two countries.
  • The agreement follows a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Pakistan and the UAE, which will take effect after 30 days.
  • UAE's Interior Minister Lt Gen Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan assured full support in expediting visas for Pakistani citizens earlier this month.
  • Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the importance of easing the visa policy, stating that relaxation in visa policies will bring great relief to Pakistani citizens.
  • The agreement marks a significant step forward for Pakistanis traveling to the UAE, where they have a large expatriate population living and working.

Statistics:

  • 30 days: The timeframe for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to take effect.
  • July 25, 2025: The effective date for the visa waiver for diplomatic and official Pakistani passports entering the United Arab Emirates.
  • 2 countries: Pakistan and the UAE have agreed on multiple visa waivers for diplomatic and official passports.
  • 2 border crossings: The visa waiver applies to all UAE and Pakistani airports.

Sources:

  • Ishaq Dar's post on X (social media platform)
  • Ishaq Dar's statement on the agreement
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Pakistan and the UAE
  • UAE's Interior Minister Lt Gen Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan's statement
  • Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi's statement
  • Pakistan-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) meetings (12th session)

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