Saudi Arabia to Prolong Travel Ban on Pakistan

The travel ban by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) will continue for citizens from 20 countries, including Pakistan, even after 17 May.


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The KSA will restore international flights from 17 May onwards, but the travel ban will be prolonged for passengers from the following countries:

  1. Argentina
  2. UAE
  3. Germany
  4. USA
  5. Indonesia
  6. Ireland
  7. Italy
  8. Pakistan
  9. Brazil
  10. Portugal
  11. UK
  12. Turkey
  13. South Africa
  14. Sweden
  15. Switzerland
  16. France
  17. Lebanon
  18. Egypt
  19. India
  20. Japan

According to a notification issued by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), the decision has been taken to control the spread of the coronavirus. The airlines operating to and from the KSA have been informed about the new travel restrictions.


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Saudi citizens and Iqama holders living in Pakistan and other countries have been advised to return to the KSA within 72 hours.

Saudi Arabia had imposed a ban on international flights earlier in March until 17 May in the wake of the rising number of coronavirus cases.



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