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UAE freezes most visit visas for Pakistanis, allowing only diplomatic and ‘blue’ passports
The UAE has suspended the issuance of standard visit visas for most Pakistani nationals, restricting entry to diplomatic and service passport holders. The move follows concerns about visa misuse and criminal activity, and was confirmed by Pakistan’s interior ministry in Senate testimony on 27 November. The freeze disrupts travel, labour supply and corporate assignments between Pakistan and the Emirates, forcing businesses to seek alternative staffing plans.
Rejection rates for UAE visit visas touch 80 % for Pakistani first-time applicants
Travel agents report that up to four out of five first-time UAE visit-visa applications from Pakistan are being rejected, reflecting intensified risk screening. The trend disrupts corporate travel plans and forces companies to reroute regional assignments, adding cost and time. Applicants are advised to bolster financial and itinerary evidence, but approvals are likely to remain limited until bilateral talks ease restrictions.
Dubai International issues peak-season advisory as airport braces for 10 million passengers
Dubai International Airport has warned travellers to expect record crowds of more than 10 million people between 27 November and year-end, with daily traffic topping 300,000. Passengers are urged to check in early, use the Metro and monitor flight updates to avoid delays during the UAE National Day holidays and festive season. Corporate travel planners should allow extra buffer time and review insurance coverage for possible disruptions.