The Pakistan Embassy in Abu Dhabi has issued a travel advisory for Pakistani nationals in the United Arab Emirates after flight operations were disrupted amid escalating regional tensions linked to the Iran conflict. The advisory, released on March 1, 2026, urges travellers to rely only on official sources for accurate updates as uncertainty continues around air travel in the Gulf.

The disruption follows recent military escalation involving the United States and Israel targeting Iranian sites, and subsequent Iranian strikes on US-linked installations in several Gulf countries, including the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. The developments led to temporary airspace restrictions and flight suspensions across parts of the region.

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In its notice, the embassy advised Pakistani citizens to confirm their flight status directly with their respective airlines before proceeding to the airport. It cautioned against relying on unverified information circulating on social media and unofficial platforms.

No timeline has been provided for the full restoration of flight operations.

Official contact details for Pakistani nationals

The Embassy of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi can be reached at:

+971 2 4447800 (Landline)
+971 50 254 8975 (Mobile)
+971 50 124 8934 (WhatsApp)

The Consulate General of Pakistan in Dubai is available at:

+971 56 647 2721 (Mobile)

Officials encouraged members of the Pakistani community in the UAE to stay in contact through these verified channels for timely travel updates and consular assistance.