The Pakistan Embassy in Abu Dhabi has temporarily suspended passport processing services. Technical and maintenance issues caused this disruption. The suspension affects members of the Pakistani community in the United Arab Emirates. Consequently, the Pakistan Embassy UAE suspends passport processing until further notice. An official notice confirmed that passport-related services are currently unavailable. The embassy added that the community will receive immediate notification once services resume.
This development will likely create inconvenience for Pakistani nationals. Many people planned to renew or apply for passports in the coming days. Overseas Pakistanis rely heavily on embassy-based passport services. They need these for urgent travel, residency, and employment-related documentation. Therefore, the Pakistan Embassy UAE suspends passport processing at a critical time for many families. A large number of Pakistanis living in the UAE depend on timely documentation for visa renewals and job transfers.
— Pakistan Embassy UAE (@PakinUAE_) April 29, 2026
The embassy has advised applicants to use the online passport application facility where possible. Those who cannot use the online option should wait for fresh instructions from the mission. No timeline has been given for restoration of normal passport services. Any prolonged delay could create serious difficulties for applicants with urgent paperwork needs.
For now, the embassy urges the Pakistani community to stay alert. Further announcements regarding resumption of services will follow. Applicants should check official channels regularly for updates. Until then, patience is the only option.
