UAE advises Pakistani travelers to abide by rules to avoid additional approvals
Pakistani tourists traveling to the UAE have been advised to purchase return tickets from the same airline they use for their outbound journey to avoid additional approvals and delays. Recently, both airlines and officials from Pakistan have emphasized the importance of meeting all visit visa requirements, including proof of accommodation, sufficient funds, and return tickets. Passengers failing to meet these requirements are being denied boarding.
SereneAir, a private Pakistani
airline, recommended that travelers book their return flights with the same
carrier to ensure a smoother process. The airline warned that return tickets
booked with other airlines might require additional approval during check-in.
Similarly, Airblue, another
Pakistani airline, stated that passengers holding return tickets from different
airlines would need Airblue to seek approval from UAE authorities before they
could issue a boarding pass. Airblue also advised visit visa holders to have a
valid return ticket within the visa duration, along with confirmed hotel
bookings or proof of residence if staying with family or friends.
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warns Pakistani travelers against visa violations
Due to the high volume of Pakistani
tourists and residents in the UAE, flights between the two countries experience
heavy seat occupancy. The UAE is home to 1.7 million Pakistani nationals, and
millions more visit each year for tourism and job opportunities.
Fly Jinnah, another airline,
reiterated that passengers must present a valid return ticket, a confirmed
accommodation address, and a minimum of $500 (Dh1,835) in cash or a credit card
for their stay. Failure to meet these conditions will result in denied
boarding.
Pakistan's ambassador to the UAE,
Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, previously urged Pakistanis to follow all tourist visa
rules, including carrying sufficient funds and avoiding job searches while on a
tourist visa. He emphasized that those seeking employment should enter the UAE
on a work visa, not a tourist visa.
Source:
Khaleej Times