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Work permits, overseas employment, Protector of Emigrants (POE), and guides for overseas Pakistanis.

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A Pakistani pilgrim family checking their Umrah visa application on the Nusuk app before travelling to Saudi Arabia
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Saudi Arabia Launches One-Year Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa — What Pilgrims Should Know

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has officially launched a multiple-entry Umrah visa valid for 365 days, allowing pilgrims to enter the Kingdom repeatedly with a combined stay of up to 90 days. Here's exactly what's been confirmed, and what Pakistani pilgrims still need to check.

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ETIAS Delayed to 2027: What Europe Travelers Need to Know

ETIAS, Europe's new €20 travel authorisation, has been delayed from its planned late-2026 launch to an expected 2027 start. Here's the confirmed status and how to avoid scam sites.

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A Pakistani traveler reviewing US visa bond program news and a B1 B2 visa application on a laptop
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US Visa Bond 2026: Is Pakistan on the $20,000 List?

The US visa bond program 2026 became permanent on August 1, requiring up to $20,000 from applicants in 50 countries. Check the US visa bond list and see why Pakistan is exempt.

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A Pakistani family with young children reviewing UAE travel documents and passports at home
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UAE Visa Fee Waived for Kids Under 18: Save on Your Trip

UAE has waived the official tourist visa fee for children under 18 from July 15 to September 15, 2026. Here's how much Pakistani families can save and what still applies.

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A Pakistani family reviewing Umrah visa travel documents at home with prayer beads nearby
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Saudi Arabia's New 1-Year Umrah Visa: What Pakistanis Must Know

Saudi Arabia has launched a 1-year multiple-entry Umrah visa allowing up to 90 days of cumulative stay annually. Here's how Pakistani pilgrims can benefit and what it costs.

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$250 US Visa Integrity Fee 2026: Who Pays and When?

The new $250 US Visa Integrity Fee applies to nearly every nonimmigrant visa in 2026 — B1/B2, F-1, H-1B, J-1, and L-1. Learn who pays, who's exempt, and when it's collected.

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Canada Pauses Parent & Grandparent Sponsorship — What Now?

Canada has paused new Parents and Grandparents Program applications for 2026. Learn what changed, what happens to existing applications, and your Super Visa alternative.

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