Digital vaccination card deadline for Umrah pilgrims extended again

ISLAMABAD: The deadline for implementing the mandatory digital vaccination card requirement for Umrah pilgrims has been changed once again.

This is the third time that Border Health Services extended the deadline for Umrah pilgrims for o

Border Health Services has issued a letter to Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), travel agents and other relevant stakeholders regarding the implementation of the requirement.

Under the new deadline, the digital vaccination card requirement will come into effect on October 10.

The policy will apply to Umrah pilgrims departing from Karachi Airport, for whom the digital vaccination card will be mandatory.

Umrah pilgrims travelling from Karachi will also be required to receive polio, meningitis and influenza vaccinations. Border Health Services has advised Umrah pilgrims to obtain their vaccination cards before departure.

Airlines and travel agencies have been directed to ensure that all Umrah pilgrims are informed about the requirement in a timely manner through the relevant authorities.

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Travelers can apply for the certificate online by visiting the NIMS portal at nims.nadra.gov.pk.

Entering their Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) number, date of issue, or passport details.

Provide the requested personal information and security code.

Pay a certificate fee of Rs 100 online using a debit or credit card, JazzCash or Easypaisa.

Download the digital vaccination certificate once payment has been confirmed.

The certificate can also be printed and carried with other travel documents.

The Health Department has advised international passengers to complete the process before arriving at the airport to avoid delays or the risk of missing their flights.

Umrah pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia have been specifically advised to obtain their Nadra vaccination certificate before departure.

All airlines have also been instructed to verify passengers’ vaccination certificates before issuing boarding passes to Umrah pilgrims.