The statement came after the temporarily suspended the issuance of visit visas to 12 countries, including Pakistan, because of the “second wave of Covid-19”. "We have learnt that the UAE has temporarily suspended the issuance of new visit visas until further announcement for 12 countries, including Pakistan," confirmed Foreign Office spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri. He added that the step was believed to be related to the second wave of Covid-19. "We are seeking official confirmation from the UAE authorities in this regard.” He added the suspension would not apply to visas that had already been issued. According to media reports, the UAE government has also suspended the issuance of visit visas to Turkey, Iran, Yemen, Syria, Iraq, Somalia, Libya, Kenya and Afghanistan among others.

Source: The Express Tribune November 18, 2020 15:37 UTC