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The United Arab Emirates hosts approximately 2 million Pakistanis as of 2026, making them the second-largest expatriate community in the country after Indians (4.39 million) [^56^][^86^]. Pakistanis represent 16.72% of the UAE's total population of 11.57 million, with the majority concentrated in Dubai (4.47 million total population), Abu Dhabi (4.14 million), and Sharjah (1.81 million) [^56^].
The Pakistani community forms the backbone of Dubai's economy, working across construction, transport, logistics, technical services, and retail sectors [^86^]. Many contributed to building Dubai's iconic skyscrapers including the Burj Khalifa. The community favors neighborhoods like International City, Discovery Gardens, and areas of Deira, creating strong cultural enclaves [^86^].
Dubai (International City, Deira), Abu Dhabi (Mussafah), Sharjah (Industrial Area), Ajman, and Al Ain host major Pakistani communities.
Construction workers, taxi drivers, delivery personnel, AC technicians, retail staff, and increasingly IT and finance professionals [^86^].
UAE-based Pakistanis send significant remittances home. Pakistan received record $38.3 billion in FY 2024-25 from overseas workers globally [^103^].
Strong Urdu and Punjabi-speaking community. Pakistani restaurants, mosques, and cultural events in Deira and International City.
Dubai International Stadium hosts PSL and international matches. Pakistanis form the core fanbase for cricket in UAE.
Urdu, Punjabi, Pashto, and English widely spoken. Arabic used in official contexts. Hindi understood due to South Asian proximity.
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