Govt approves visa-free access for gulf investors to boost economy

MG News | July 29, 2024 at 10:05 AM GMT+05:00

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July 29, 2024 (MLN): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the government has approved visa-free entry of businessmen from Gulf countries to promote foreign investment, business activities and tourism in the country, according to the Information Ministry.

In a statement, he said online visas would be issued within 24 hours to businessmen, investors and tourists from 126 countries.

He said businessmen and tourists from these 126 countries will be exempted from visa fees.

He added that a sub-category to visa on arrival facility has been approved for Sikh Yatrees, holding a passport from a third country to promote religious tourism.

Shehbaz Sharif further said the electronic gate system is being enforced at Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore airports.

He said relaxation in visa policy will contribute to economic stability and enhanced foreign exchange reserves.

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