Visa-free travel to 32 countries with a Pakistani passport granted.
Unveiling the Latest Visa Breakthrough: Pakistan and UAE Ditch Visa Requirements for Diplomatic Passport Holders
Great news for diplomats! The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Pakistan reached an understanding on June 25, 2025, that eliminates the need for visa applications for holders of diplomatic and official passports from both countries. This means that these passport holders can now freely enter the UAE without having to deal with cumbersome visa paperwork.
While it's the UAE that's making headlines now, the Pakistani passport already offers a variety of visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel options to numerous countries. According to Henley and Partners, a well-known passport ranking platform, the Pakistani passport currently ranks 100, granting visa-free access to 32 nations.
Read More:
- UAE Visa Guide: Explore the ins and outs of applying for a UAE visa or checking if you qualify for visa-free entry.
- GCC Tourist Visa: Latest updates on the unified 6-country visa for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
Visa Privileges: A Closer Look
But what exactly does "visa-free" entail? Well, it's a destination where you can enter without needing any sort of visa. There are also electronic travel authorizations (ETA), where you'll need to apply digitally before your departure. Then there's visa on arrival and e-visa, both requiring a visa, but you can apply online or receive it upon landing. The rest of the time, you'll have to apply the old-fashioned way.
World's Front-Runners: Leading the Passport Ranking Race
Singapore takes the top spot on the 2025 passport ranking list, with access to 193 visa-free destinations. Japan and South Korea share the second place with 190 destinations, while Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, and Spain share the third spot with 189 destinations.
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- The latest business news highlights the UAE and Pakistan's decision to ditch visa requirements for diplomatic passport holders, making it easier for them to travel without cumbersome paperwork.
- While the Pakistani passport already offers a wide range of travel options, it's worth noting that sports enthusiasts can find the UAE Visa Guide useful for exploring the ins and outs of applying for a UAE visa, or checking if they qualify for visa-free entry.
- The Daily Briefing newsletter keeps you updated on the passport ranking race, with lifestyle and travel stories featuring the world's front-runners, such as Singapore, Japan, South Korea, and numerous other countries.
