Want to go watch Coldplay in Abu Dhabi next week? This is how much you'll pay now

 If you are planning to attend Coldplay’s highly anticipated concert at Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi, here’s everything you need to know. The global favourite band will perform as part of their Music of the Spheres world tour, with shows starting from January 09 to 14 January 2025.

 However, some Pakistani fans are facing a frustrating problem with visa issues, making their dream of attending the concert difficult.

Why are Visas being rejected?

Although the UAE government hasn’t officially banned visas for Pakistan national, challenges remain in obtaining one. During a Senate Standing Committee meeting, Senator Zeeshan Khanzada revealed that UAE visa restrictions are mainly due to a drop in demand for unskilled labor, not skilled workers. However many Pakistani travelers still face uncertainty, with visa approval chances being only 50-50.

The Current reached out to a travel agent, who explained the process of getting a visa to attend Coldplay’s concert in AbuDhabhi.

 He stated that applicants need to provide a passport scan, CNIC, one picture, hotel reservation, and an original Emirates flight ticket. The visa fees is PKR 33, 400 and is nonrefundable.

However, the agent emphasized that even after fulfilling all these requirement, getting the visa is not certain. There is a 50-50 chance for approval.

Fatima, die heart fan of Coldplay, expressed her frustration to The Current. She bought two ticket for 450 dollar but faced heartbreak when her visa application was rejected twice.

Frustrated by visa troubles, fans are now selling their tickets online.

 One fan posted on Facebook saying, “Hi! I have 3 tickets for coldplay abu Dhabi 12th Jan! Can't attend myself because of visa restrictions. DM me for details.”

 If you’re planning to go, make sure you meet all travel requirements and prepare for potential visa challenges.

Fans in Pakistan are rushing to secure visas, while tickets for Coldplay’s Abu Dhabi concerts continue to sell quickly. If you’re planning to go, make sure you meet all travel requirements and prepare for potential visa challenges.

 Earlier, British rock band Coldplay’s upcoming tour of India has triggered a police investigation and dismayed fans after scalpers bought up cheap tickets to resell online for more than $1,000 apiece.

Thousands of music fans tried and failed to buy tickets for three concerts scheduled in financial hub Mumbai next January, sold by popular Indian online ticket portal BookMyShow.

All three shows sold out in minutes, and those who missed out were infuriated when they saw $70 (6,000-rupee) tickets appear on resale websites at vastly inflated prices.