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IDEX 2027: planning for Pakistani defence-sector delegations
IDEX, the International Defence Exhibition, is held every two years in Abu Dhabi alongside NAVDEX, its naval show. Pakistan’s defence industry exhibits there and official delegations attend, so the trip involves both trade-show logistics and formal clearance.
Key facts
IDEX at a glance
| Item | What to know |
|---|---|
| Dates | 25–29 January 2027 |
| Venue | ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, with NAVDEX on the water nearby |
| Frequency | Every two years |
| Access | Trade visitors, official delegations and exhibitors; registration and vetting apply |
| Visa | A UAE visit visa issued before travel. There is no visa on arrival for ordinary Pakistani passports. Some organisers support visas for registered exhibitors. |
| Airport | Zayed International (AUH) |
| Health | Carry a polio vaccination certificate when travelling from Pakistan. |
Check before travel: visa rules, fees, processing times and event dates change without notice. This page was checked on 11 November 2026 against the IDEX organisers (ADNEC Group) and the UAE government portal (u.ae). Confirm on the official source, or ask us to check for your trip, before you book anything non-refundable.
Who goes
Who from Pakistan attends IDEX
Official delegations
Government and armed forces representatives travelling on official business.
Suppliers
Component, textile and equipment suppliers to defence buyers.
Clearance
Official delegations and registration
Access to IDEX is controlled. Visitors register in advance and may be vetted, and official delegations are usually invited and cleared through government channels. Companies should follow their own export-control and government approval processes before discussing or displaying controlled items. We handle travel logistics; formal clearances stay with the relevant authorities and the organiser.
Abu Dhabi hotels
Where delegations stay
IDEX fills hotels near ADNEC and on Yas and Saadiyat islands, and many delegations book a full hotel floor months ahead. Plan transfers with security in mind and agree a single coordinator for the group’s timings, badges and vehicles.
- Book rooms near ADNEC early
- Agree one coordinator for badges and vehicles
- Plan airport arrivals around official programmes
Combining
Dubai meetings
Dubai is about 90 minutes by road. Delegations that need meetings in Dubai usually add a day after the show rather than commuting during it.
Suppliers
Non-weapon suppliers at IDEX
Many Pakistani firms at defence shows sell non-weapon products: uniforms, boots, tents, parachutes, field kitchens and medical supplies. These suppliers still need the right registration and should follow their own export-documentation rules, but they can often meet procurement teams more easily than system makers. Bring certificates, capacity figures and references from past government contracts.
- Uniform, textile and field-equipment makers
- Certificates and capacity figures
- References from past government contracts
With Go Global
How we plan IDEX trips
Go Global has handled 100,000+ trips, including exhibition teams and buyer delegations. For IDEX we confirm the dates with the organiser, plan the visa route first, then book flights, rooms and transfers in Abu Dhabi, and our team works 24/7 for travellers on the road.
Timeline
A planning timeline for IDEX
6 months before
Confirm participation and clearance routes.
12 weeks
Register visitors; reserve hotel blocks.
8 weeks
UAE visas.
2 weeks
Vehicle and transfer plan.
Show week
One coordinator for timings and badges.
FAQ
IDEX questions
When is IDEX 2027?
25–29 January 2027 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
How often is IDEX held?
Every two years.
Can anyone attend IDEX?
No. Visitors must register and may be vetted; it is not a public show.
Does Go Global handle clearance?
No. We plan travel, hotels and transfers; clearances stay with the relevant authorities and the organiser.
Keep reading
More guides: industries and visa how-tos
Plan with Go Global
Planning a IDEX delegation?
Tell us who is travelling, when and why. We reply with a plan, the visa route and a quote. Go Global has handled 100,000+ trips, and our team works 24/7 for travellers on the road. Email insights@goglobal.pk or WhatsApp 0320-4111222.