New Visa Policy to boost tourism and trade: Prime Minister
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif announced on Sunday that the
government has introduced significant visa reforms aimed at facilitating
foreign investors, the business community, and tourists.
He emphasized that these reforms would enhance tourism, attract foreign
investment, and stimulate trade activities in the country.
In a statement, the Prime Minister described the initiative as a major
positive development. The government has approved visa-free entry for
businessmen from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, which is expected to
increase investment and business opportunities from these nations.
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waives off visa fees for most countries
Additionally, businessmen, investors, and tourists from 126 countries will
be issued visas within 24 hours through an online system. Traders and tourists
from these countries will also be exempt from visa fees.
The new visa policy aims to make Pakistan an attractive destination for
foreign businesspeople and tourists. Special arrangements have been made for
Sikh pilgrims with passports from third countries to obtain visas on arrival.
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the operationalization of the airport, Gwadar is set to transform into an
economic hub
Electronic gates will be installed at Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad
airports to facilitate travelers. A dashboard will be established at the
Ministry of Interior to monitor the implementation of the new visa regime,
including visa-free entry, business visas, and tourist visas on arrival.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the efforts of the Ministry of
Interior, relevant ministries, and institutions in implementing the new visa
regime.
Source: AAJ TV