Gulf countries ban visas for residents of 30 Pakistani cities over rising crime by nationals.

The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other Gulf countries have banned visa issuance to residents of 30 Pakistani cities due to an increase in criminal activities by Pakistani nationals abroad. This move affects millions of Pakistani travelers and job seekers, further damaging the Pakistani passport's reputation, ranked fourth worst globally. The UAE now requires a police character certificate for visa applicants from Pakistan.

3 months ago
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