UAE Visa for Pakistanis: 30-Day vs 60-Day vs 5-Year Options

UAE Visa Options for Pakistanis

UAE offers multiple visa types for Pakistani nationals. The largest Pakistani diaspora lives in UAE, making it the most familiar destination for Pakistanis.

Short-Term UAE Visa Options

30-Day Tourist Visa

Cost: PKR 12,000-15,000. Single entry. Best for: Short vacations or visiting family. Apply through: Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia websites.

60-Day Tourist Visa

Cost: PKR 22,000-28,000. Single entry. Best for: Extended holidays or working interviews. Can be extended for 30 more days inside UAE.

96-Hour Transit Visa

Cost: PKR 6,000-8,000. For stopover visits in Dubai. Apply through Emirates or flydubai.

Long-Term UAE Visa Options

5-Year Multiple Entry Visa

Cost: PKR 50,000-70,000. Allows unlimited entries over 5 years. Best for: Frequent business travelers, people with family in UAE.

UAE Golden Visa (10 Years)

For investors, specialized professionals, and exceptional talents. Self-sponsored — no need for UAE employer/sponsor.

How to Apply

For most tourist visas, apply directly through airline websites like Emirates or Airblue. The process is 100% online and you receive visa via email in 3-5 days.

UAE Visa Extension

Tourist visas can be extended for 30 days for PKR 5,000-8,000. This can be done through the ICP app or through the airline you flew with.