Islamabad (TDI): Pakistan has announced special travel and visa facilitation measures for delegates attending the upcoming US-Iran talks in Islamabad, allowing them to board flights without a visa and receive visas on arrival upon entry.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said airlines have been instructed to permit boarding of all participants, including officials and journalists linked to the Islamabad Talks 2026. He added that immigration authorities will issue visas on arrival to ensure smooth entry for foreign delegations.
The announcement comes as Pakistan prepares to host high-level negotiations between Iran and the United States this weekend, following a Pakistan-mediated two-week ceasefire aimed at reducing tensions after months of conflict.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said the government considers hosting the talks an honour and is taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety and comfort of visiting delegations. He confirmed that a central control room has been set up at the Interior Ministry to coordinate security operations.
Authorities have imposed strict security arrangements across Islamabad and Rawalpindi, including the deployment of more than 10,000 security personnel from police, paramilitary forces, and the military. The Red Zone will remain fully sealed, with access restricted to authorized individuals only.
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Security forces have also been deployed at key government buildings, sensitive locations, and surrounding areas such as the Margalla Hills. Special travel routes have been designated for foreign delegations, with full protection provided along the way under high-level protocol arrangements.
Officials have confirmed that all entry points to the Red Zone, except Margalla Road, will remain closed. Even that route will be strictly controlled for authorized residents and personnel only.
The US and Iranian delegations are expected to arrive over the weekend, with senior officials from both sides participating in the first round of talks scheduled for Saturday. The United States delegation includes high-ranking representatives, while Iran has confirmed its participation.
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Pakistan has positioned itself as a mediator in the process, following its role in helping secure the recent ceasefire between the two countries. Authorities hope the Islamabad talks will mark the beginning of a structured peace process between Washington and Tehran.
