Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Sign Visa Deal for Diplomats

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a mutual visa exemption agreement for holders of diplomatic and special passports, which removes the requirement for short-term visas for travel between the two nations. This agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly after discussions between Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar.

The agreement is intended to facilitate easier travel for official delegations, improve coordination, and broaden cooperation in various sectors. Additionally, the meeting allowed both sides to review their bilateral relations and discuss regional developments.

This visa deal follows a series of agreements aimed at strengthening ties, including a security cooperation agreement signed in September 2025 and the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement in August 2026, indicating a continued expansion of their relationship across diplomatic, economic, and security domains.