A UAE visa for Pakistani citizens is required for almost every purpose of travel to the Emirates, whether you are visiting family in Dubai, attending a business meeting in Abu Dhabi, or transiting through the country on your way to another destination. Because Pakistan is not on the UAE's visa-on-arrival list, every Pakistani passport holder must secure an approved e-visa before departure. This guide walks you through the visa types on offer, who qualifies, the documents you need, current service fees, and the exact steps to apply for a Dubai visit visa for Pakistani nationals online, so you can plan your trip without last-minute surprises.
UAE Visa Types Available for Pakistani Citizens
Pakistani nationals can choose from several visa categories depending on the purpose and length of their trip. Picking the right one the first time avoids delays and unnecessary re-applications.
- Short-stay tourist visa (7–30 days): Ideal for holidays, family visits, or a quick trip to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah.
- Long-stay visit visa (60 days): Suited to travellers who need extra time for medical treatment, an extended family stay, or business follow-ups.
- Multiple-entry visit visa: A practical option for Pakistani business travellers who fly in and out of the UAE several times within the visa's validity window.
- Transit visa (48 or 96 hours): For Pakistani passengers with a layover in the UAE en route to a third country.
- Business visa (14 days): For meetings, exhibitions, or short-term commercial engagements.
Each category carries its own validity, permitted stay, and fee, covered in detail further down this page.
Eligibility Criteria for Pakistan Passport Holders
Before you start an application for a UAE visa for Pakistani travel, confirm that you meet the baseline requirements set for Pakistani applicants:
- A Pakistani passport valid for at least six months from the intended date of travel.
- No entry ban, deportation order, or active labour ban recorded against your passport in the UAE system.
- A genuine purpose of travel — tourism, family visit, business, or transit — supported by the correct visa category.
- Sufficient financial means to cover the stay, evidenced through a bank statement or sponsor undertaking.
- A confirmed return or onward flight ticket and, where requested, proof of accommodation.
Pakistani nationals who have previously overstayed a UAE visa or exited under a ban should resolve that status first; our guide on UAE overstay rules explains how fines and bans are calculated and cleared.
Some Pakistani applicants are also asked to show a UAE-based host or sponsor, particularly for longer stays or when travelling to meet family. A sponsor's Emirates ID copy and a short undertaking letter confirming accommodation is usually enough to satisfy this requirement, and it can strengthen an application even when it isn't strictly mandatory for the visa category you choose.
Documents Required for a UAE Visa from Pakistan
Applications are usually rejected because of missing or mismatched paperwork rather than eligibility issues. Keep the following ready before you submit your Dubai visit visa request:
- Clear scanned copy of the passport's biodata page (valid for 6+ months).
- A recent passport-size photograph on a white background — see our Dubai visa photo size specifications before you upload one.
- Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary — many applicants ask about the confirmed flight ticket requirement in detail.
- Hotel booking confirmation or a UAE host/sponsor's Emirates ID and tenancy contract.
- Bank statement for the last three to six months — our bank statement requirements page sets out the minimum balance guidance.
- A completed visa application form with accurate personal and travel details.
If you don't have a hotel reservation yet, it is still possible to apply — see our note on applying for a Dubai visa without a hotel booking.
UAE Visa Fees for Pakistani Citizens
Service fees vary by visa duration, number of entries, and processing speed. The table below summarises our current express visa packages available to Pakistani applicants; all fees include document handling and status tracking.
| Visa Package | Stay Permitted | Visa Validity | Processing Time | Fee |
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| 7 Day Single Entry | 7 Days | 60 Days | 3–4 Days | $99 |
| 30 Day Single Entry | 30 Days | 58 Days | 3–4 Days | $160 |
| 30 Day Multiple Entry | 30 Days | 58 Days | 1–2 Days | $375 |
| 60 Day Single Entry | 60 Days | 60 Days | 3–4 Days | $450 |
| 60 Day Multiple Entry | 60 Days | 60 Days | 3–4 Days | $800 |
| 14 Day Business Visa | 14 Days | 60 Days | 3–4 Days | $115 |
| 48 Hour Transit | 48 Hours | 30 Days | 3–4 Days | $70 |
| 96 Hour Transit | 96 Hours | 30 Days | 3–4 Days | $130 |
For a full breakdown of what drives the price up or down — entry type, urgency, and season — read our dedicated page on Dubai visitor visa cost. If you already hold a visa and need more time in-country, see the visa extension options and pricing separately.
Best Time for Pakistani Travellers to Apply
Demand for a UAE visa for Pakistani applicants tends to spike around Eid holidays, winter school breaks, and major shopping or cultural events in Dubai, when processing queues run slightly longer. Applying two to three weeks ahead of these peaks — rather than the standard few days — gives you a comfortable buffer. If your trip coincides with a public holiday on either side, check the UAE public holidays calendar so you can time your visa validity around office closures, and browse Dubai's shopping festival dates if you're planning your visit around one of the city's biggest annual sales.
UAE Visa for Pakistani Families and Group Travel
Families travelling together from Pakistan can apply for individual e-visas in a single batch, which keeps passport numbers, photos, and travel dates consistent across the group and reduces the chance of a mismatch-related rejection. Children under 18 still need their own passport and photograph, even when travelling on a parent's itinerary, and their visa category should mirror the accompanying adult's — for example, a 30-day visa for the parents pairs with a 30-day visa for each child. Group and family applications generally follow the same document list outlined above, but it helps to submit all passport copies and bank statements together so the processing team can cross-check dates and sponsor details in one pass rather than several separate submissions.
UAE Business Visa for Pakistani Professionals
Pakistani professionals attending trade fairs, contract negotiations, or short assignments in the UAE typically use the 14-day business visa rather than a standard tourist visit visa. Alongside the usual passport, photo, and financial documents, business travellers are often asked for an invitation letter from the UAE-based company they are meeting, or a letter from their own employer confirming the purpose of travel. Because business visas carry a fixed validity, professionals who expect to make repeat trips within the same period should compare the cost of several single-entry applications against a multiple-entry visit visa — the multiple-entry package is usually more economical once a third trip is added.
UAE Visa Processing Time for Pakistani Nationals
Most standard applications from Pakistan are processed within 3–4 working days, while priority multiple-entry packages can be issued in 1–2 days. Processing can occasionally extend during UAE public holidays or peak travel seasons, so it's worth checking our UAE public holidays calendar before you apply. If your travel date is close, our urgent 1-day visa service is built specifically for last-minute Pakistani applicants.
How to Apply for a UAE Visa from Pakistan
Applying online takes a few minutes once your documents are ready. Follow these steps:
- Choose your visa type — match the visa category to your travel purpose and length of stay using the table above.
- Fill in the online application form — enter your passport and personal details exactly as they appear on your passport.
- Upload your documents — passport copy, photograph, and any supporting paperwork such as a bank statement or hotel booking.
- Pay the service fee — secure online payment confirms your application for processing.
- Track your application — once submitted, you can check your Dubai visa status using your passport number at any time.
- Receive your e-visa — the approved visa is emailed to you as a PDF; print a copy to carry with your passport.
Ready to start? You can begin your application directly on our express visa service page.
Visa Rejections and Renewals for Pakistani Applicants
A small percentage of applications from Pakistan are refused, usually over passport validity, unclear photographs, insufficient funds, or a previous overstay record. If your visa was refused or a renewal application didn't go through, our detailed breakdowns of why Dubai visas get rejected and the most common visitor visa rejection reasons explain how to identify and fix the issue before you reapply. If you're already in the UAE and want to extend your stay rather than exit and re-enter, review the visitor visa extension rules first.
Why Apply for Your UAE Visa Through Us
Applying for a UAE visa for Pakistani travel directly can mean navigating multiple government portals, unfamiliar terminology, and forms that don't clearly explain which document goes where. Our team reviews every application before submission, flags a weak bank statement or a low-quality photo before it causes a rejection, and keeps you informed by email at each stage — from submission to approval. For applicants who have been refused before, having a second set of eyes on the paperwork is often the difference between another rejection and a smooth approval on the next attempt.
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