Pakistan → United Arab Emirates

UAE visa requirements for Pakistan citizens (2026)

e-Visa required · up to 30 days. Yes. Pakistan passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, and can apply online for an e-Visa before travel (stays up to 30 days). Typical processing: ~48 hours.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Tripsol / MERN SolutionsLast updated 21 Oct 2026✓ Hand-verified against official sources

Requirement: E-VISA
Allowed stay: 30 days
Processing: ~48 hours
Apply with us: $107

Verify with the official source before travel. Entry rules can change without notice. Confirm on gdrfad.gov.ae or the United Arab Emirates embassy before you book.

Do Pakistan citizens need a visa for UAE?

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport. Pakistani passport holders need a pre-arranged tourist visa sponsored by a UAE airline, hotel or accredited tourism company. A copy of your Pakistani CNIC is required.

Pakistan passport holders can currently enter 26 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 61 more with an online ETA or e-Visa. United Arab Emirates admits 93 of 198 passports without a full visa (visa-free, on arrival or ETA).

Official GDRFA Dubai fees: AED 200 (30 days) or AED 300 (60 days) plus 5% VAT — checked 22 Oct 2026.
Only accredited tourism establishments can sponsor this visa — beware of “guaranteed visa” offers.

Documents required for the UAE e-Visa

Passport valid 6+ months from arrival
Recent passport-style photo (white background)
Copy of your Pakistani national ID card (CNIC)
Confirmed return or onward ticket
Health insurance valid in the UAE

UAE e-Visa processing time

~48 hours (per the official source listed below). Apply well before your travel date.

UAE e-Visa cost & official fees

Tourist visa · 30 days, single entry	US$57
Tourist visa · 60 days, single entry	US$86

With Tripsol: $107 per traveler, all-in. Total includes government fees where applicable and our service fee.

How to apply for the UAE e-Visa

Prepare a passport scan and a compliant photo.
Apply online — with us or on the official portal — and pay the fee.
Wait for approval (see processing time) and download the e-visa.
Print a copy and travel with the passport used to apply.

Prefer a human to check it? Apply with Tripsol, or apply yourself on the official portal (gdrfad.gov.ae).

Entry tips for UAE

Local currency is United Arab Emirates dirham (AED) — carry a card that works abroad and some cash for arrival costs.
Buy travel medical insurance that covers your whole stay.
An eSIM bought before you fly means data as soon as you land — handy for showing bookings at immigration.

United Arab Emirates at a glance

Capital	Abu Dhabi
Region	Western Asia
Currency	United Arab Emirates dirham (AED)
Languages	Arabic

Sources & last verified

Fact	Source	Checked
Requirement, stay, fees & processing	gdrfad.gov.ae	21 Oct 2026
Independent official overview	UK FCDO — United Arab Emirates entry requirements	22 Oct 2026
Embassy	The embassy or consulate of the United Arab Emirates in your country of residence	—

Documents and steps are general guidance. Always verify with the official source before travel.

Frequently asked questions

Do Pakistan citizens need a visa for United Arab Emirates?

Yes. Pakistan passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, and can apply online for an e-Visa before travel (stays up to 30 days). Typical processing: ~48 hours.

How long can Pakistan passport holders stay in the United Arab Emirates?

Up to 30 days per visit for tourism, based on rules verified on 21 Oct 2026. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.

How much is the official UAE e-Visa fee?

Official fees published by the UAE authorities: Tourist visa · 30 days, single entry: US$57; Tourist visa · 60 days, single entry: US$86. Source checked 21 Oct 2026; fees can change and the official portal shows the current amount.

How long does the UAE e-Visa take for Pakistan passport holders?

~48 hours. Apply well ahead of your trip.

How much does it cost to get a UAE visa through Tripsol?

$107 per traveler, all-in. The total includes government fees where applicable and our service fee. You can always apply directly on the official government portal instead.

What documents do Pakistan passport holders need for the United Arab Emirates?

Passport valid 6+ months from arrival; Recent passport-style photo (white background); Copy of your Pakistani national ID card (CNIC); Confirmed return or onward ticket.

Is this UAE visa information verified?

Yes — checked against official government sources on 21 Oct 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the official source before travel.

Is Tripsol a government website?

No. Tripsol is a private visa-assistance service by MERN Solutions and is not affiliated with any government. Requirements change, so always confirm with official sources before you travel.

Important — private service

Tripsol is a private visa-assistance service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government or embassy. You can always apply directly through official government channels. Prices are all-in totals that include government fees where applicable and our service fee. Approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.