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Qatar Suspends Visa-On-Arrival for Pakistanis Amid Tensions

4/3/2026

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Qatar suspended its visa-on-arrival facility for Pakistani nationals as of April 2026 due to escalating Middle East tensions.
Pakistani travelers must obtain visas in advance, impacting thousands and tightening Gulf entry protocols.
The Pakistani Embassy has advised citizens to comply with the new regulations to avoid disruptions.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif offered Pakistan's services as mediator in the US-Iran conflict, stressing neutrality.

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Qatar suspended its visa-on-arrival facility for Pakistani nationals as of April 2026 due to escalating Middle East tensions.
Pakistani travelers must obtain visas in advance, impacting thousands and tightening Gulf entry protocols.
The Pakistani Embassy has advised citizens to comply with the new regulations to avoid disruptions.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif offered Pakistan's services as mediator in the US-Iran conflict, stressing neutrality.