Update for Hajj, Umrah pilgrims as new rules enforced at Peshawar Airport too

Travelers must secure their official medical records before boarding their scheduled flights.

Key Dates for Departure

Passengers departing before October 15 can travel under current guidelines without extra medical checks. After this cutoff date, mandatory vaccination documentation becomes strictly required for all Saudi Arabia departures.

Dedicated Facilities Set Up

A special health facility with 20 counters has opened at the Civil Surgeon’s Office to assist travelers. Two NADRA facilitation desks are also active to help issue certified health documents quickly.

Expert Guidance for Travelers

Dr Syed Murtaza Shah Bukhari, focal person for the Federal Airport Health Department’s Border Health Services, advised travellers to complete their vaccination at least 10 days before departure. Following this timeline prevents last-minute delays and ensures smooth verification with airlines.

These new health measures aim to streamline international travel verification and prevent airport delays. Setting up dedicated NADRA counters will help passengers complete their paperwork smoothly before flying.

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