Islamabad, July 14, 2025: The Iranian embassy has shared the updated visa rules for Pakistani pilgrims planning to visit during Muharram and Safar. The changes include double-entry Arbaeen visas for those holding Iraqi visas.
From Muharram 1 (July 8) to Safar 15 (August 20), the embassy stated that Pakistani visitors with valid Iraqi visas can now apply for double-entry visas. These visas will be good for 45 days from the issue date, allowing a stay of 15 days for each visit.
The embassy further said that once the Iraqi government starts giving ‘Special Arbaeen visas’ to Pakistani pilgrims, those with these valid visas will get free double-entry pilgrimage visas, along with the usual visa steps. After August 25, visas for Pakistani citizens will go back to the normal process.
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Pakistani pilgrims traveling by road must use their own buses for entering Iran and Iraq. Group leaders are required to provide full details about their buses, including Carnet De Passages, international driving permits, and full lists of passengers. The vehicle’s number plates will be printed on the visas, and border checks will match passenger lists with bus number plates.
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The group heads must control the movement of Pakistani pilgrims and follow Iran’s travel guidelines, the embassy added.
As per the embassy, Pakistani visitors must enter Iraq through the Chazabeh border up to August 20. Entry through other borders is not allowed. “These measures are designed to ensure an orderly journey for Pakistani pilgrims during this significant religious period.”
