Tehran: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s visit to Tehran, Iran announced a new visa policy for Pakistani Zaireen traveling for Arbaeen.
During his visit, Naqvi participated in a trilateral meeting with Iranian and Iraqi officials to address the challenges faced by pilgrims and to request enhanced facilities for Pakistani Zaireen.
Under the new Iranian policy, visa fees for Pakistani pilgrims— including double-entry visas — have been waived. Iranian visas for Arbaeen will be issued from 1st to 16th Safar.
As per the new guidelines, all Zaireen must now travel with a registered caravan. Caravans are required to arrange their own transport and pilgrims must secure an Iraqi visa before applying for the Iranian visa for land travel.