Dubai – To avoid hassles during foreign travel, Pakistani residents in Dubai should renew their passports on schedule at the Pakistan Consulate General. The consulate has stated that passengers without valid passports will be denied boarding on flights, emphasizing the necessity of possessing current documentation.
Consulate Work Hours and Passport Services:
The consulate offers passport renewal services from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM Monday through Thursday and until 11:00 AM on Fridays. To avoid waiting in line, applicants can make appointments online using the official Pakistan Consulate Dubai website (click here).
Documents Required for Pakistani Passport Renewal in UAE:
- Original passport (expired or nearing expiry) + photocopy.
- Original CNIC, NICOP, or Smart Card + photocopy.
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Passport Renewal Fees as of February 2025
The consulate has kept fees unchanged for 2025:
- 36-page passport: Normal fee AED 110, urgent AED 180.
- 72-page passport: Normal fee AED 220, urgent AED 325.
- 100-page passport: Normal fee AED 220, urgent AED 435.
Avoid Last-Minute Hassles:
Given the increasing need to travel, Pakistani expatriates in the UAE should renew their passports at least six months before their expiry dates. Deferred events could upset family visits, emergency trips, or job schedules.
Call the office directly for updates or visit the Pakistan Consulate General Dubai website. To guarantee a worry-free trip, keep UAE travel policies and passport renewal directions in mind.