Business visa guide: Saudi Arabia, UAE and Schengen

Saudi Arabia. Business visitors usually need a business visit visa, applied for online or through an authorised channel, often with an invitation letter from the Saudi host company. Check the current requirements well before travel, as rules change.

UAE. Pakistani passport holders generally need a visit visa arranged before travel, through a UAE sponsor such as a hotel, airline or host company. Apply early and keep hotel and return-ticket details ready.

Schengen. Apply at the embassy or consulate of the country where you will spend most time. You can usually apply up to six months before travel and should apply at least 15 days ahead. Travel medical insurance with at least EUR 30,000 cover is required, plus an invitation letter, company letter and bank statements.

Go Global can check your documents and guide each application. Requirements change, so always confirm with the official source before you travel.

Ten business travel tips for Pakistani companies

• Book flights early; fares usually rise close to departure.
• Keep passports valid for at least six months beyond travel.
• Start visa applications as soon as dates are firm.
• Use one travel partner so all bookings sit in one place.
• Agree a simple travel policy and share it with staff.
• Choose refundable or changeable fares for uncertain trips.
• Share itineraries with managers and family.
• Carry digital and paper copies of key documents.
• Track spend per trip to plan better next time.
• Save your travel team's number: UAN 03-111-777-227.

Corporate travel policy basics

A good policy is short and clear. It should cover who approves travel, booking windows, cabin class by trip length or grade, hotel limits by city, per diems and expenses, visa and document responsibilities, safety and emergency contacts, and how exceptions are handled.

Review it once a year and make it easy to follow. GTOS, launching January 2027, will build these rules into booking and approvals.

Planning a group Umrah

Start at least two to three months ahead for groups. Collect passports and photos early, agree dates and hotel distance from the Haram, plan transport between Makkah and Madinah, and name a group leader. Avoid peak periods if budget matters, and share a clear daily plan with every traveller. Go Global arranges visas, flights, hotels and ground transport for groups.