United Arab Emirates Visa Requirements for Pakistani Citizens (2026)
Pakistani travellers need an online travel authorization before flying to United Arab Emirates. Maximum stay: 14 days. Every number on this page carries the date we last verified it.
Required documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 1 blank visa page
- Recent passport-size photograph (white background, front view)
- eVisa approval letter (printed or digital copy) for immigration
- Proof of travel itinerary including flight details and accommodation
- Return or onward ticket from destination
- Proof of sufficient funds for stay
Fees & processing
Fee details are queued for government-source verification. The official portal has current pricing.
From official-portal extracts (captured ):
- •The visa fee depends on the visa type and duration; a 14-day visa costs roughly AED 100, so it is not free.
- •Visa charges for each visa type are stated on the individual service cards on the ICP and GDRFA-Dubai websites. [2]
- •Overstaying your visa or residence permit attracts a fine, which you can check and pay through ICP or GDRFA Dubai services. [2]
How to apply
- Apply for a UAE tourist visa before you travel; Pakistani passport holders need a visa and the official portal is smartservices.icp.gov.ae.
- If you hold a booking with Emirates, Air Arabia or Flydubai, you can obtain an e-Visa online.
- Check the exact visa charge on the relevant ICP or GDRFA Dubai service card before you pay. [2]
- Carry a printed or digital copy of your eVisa approval letter and show it to immigration on arrival.
Before you fly
- •A 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa is open to all nationalities, allows 90 days per visit and can be extended by another 90 days. [4]
- •The UAE issues 48-hour and 96-hour single-entry transit visas sponsored by the airline you fly with; they cannot be extended. [1]
- •Visa fees and overstay fines are published on the ICP and GDRFA Dubai websites. [2]
Full United Arab Emirates entry guide — customs, health, long stays — on the destination page.
Conditions & fine print
- •e-Visa can be obtained online if holding a booking from Emirates, Air Arabia or Flydubai tickets.
- •Nationals of Pakistan holding a diplomatic or an official passport do not need a visa to visit the UAE for a duration of 90 days within a 180-day period.
- •Transit visa is not required when transferring from a UAE-based airport if the passenger does not exit the transit area.
Watch out for
The airline e-Visa option only applies if you hold a booking with Emirates, Air Arabia or Flydubai.
The 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa requires a bank balance of USD 4,000 over the last six months and UAE-valid health insurance for 180 days. [4]
Overstaying leads to a fine, so settle it with ICP or GDRFA Dubai before you leave. [2]
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Frequently asked
How long can Pakistani citizens stay in United Arab Emirates?
Up to 14 days.
What documents are required?
Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 1 blank visa page; Recent passport-size photograph (white background, front view); eVisa approval letter (printed or digital copy) for immigration; Proof of travel itinerary including flight details and accommodation; Return or onward ticket from destination.
Where do I apply?
Only on the official government portal: https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae
Can I get the UAE e-Visa through an airline?
Yes. You can obtain an e-Visa online if you hold a booking with Emirates, Air Arabia or Flydubai.
What happens if I overstay my UAE visa?
A fine applies. You can check the amount and pay it through ICP or GDRFA Dubai services.
Is there a longer UAE tourist visa for Pakistanis?
Yes. A 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa is open to all nationalities, with 90 days per visit plus a 90-day extension.
Sources & last verified
Primary source: official government portal — smartservices.icp.gov.ae.
Fact data cross-checked against English Wikipedia “Visa requirements for Pakistani citizens” and “Visa policy of the United Arab Emirates”, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 — attribution, not copied text.
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Last verified: . Entries, fees and rules change — confirm on the official portal before you travel.
This is general travel information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change and enforcement varies at the border — always confirm on the official portal before you travel.