TEHRAN – Iran has announced a new visa policy for Pakistani pilgrims traveling during Muharram and Safar, introducing key changes for religious travelers.
From 1st Muharram (July 8, 2024) to 15th Safar (August 20, 2024), Pakistani pilgrims with Iraqi visas can apply for double entry visas valid for 45 days, allowing a 15-day stay for each entry.
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The embassy highlighted that once the Iraqi government issues “Special Arbaeen visas” to Pakistani pilgrims, those with valid Iraqi “Arbaeen visas” will receive free double entry pilgrimage visas.
Pakistani pilgrims traveling by land must use their own buses to enter Iran and Iraq. Group leaders must provide details of their transport, Carnet De Passages, international driver’s licenses, and a complete list of passengers. Vehicle plate numbers will be mentioned on the visas, and border crossing will be monitored by matching the list of pilgrims with the license plate numbers.
Group leaders must also manage the flow of Pakistani pilgrims and ensure compliance with Iran’s regulations.
The Embassy of Iran in Pakistan has specified that Pakistani pilgrims must enter Iraq through the Chazabeh border until 15th Safar (August 20, 2024), with entry from other borders prohibited.
These measures are designed to ensure an orderly journey for Pakistani pilgrims during this significant religious period.
