@smilingstone Did you see that tool? It clearly shows Abu Dhabi is more than three years behind, most probably because of a lack of visas. For Islamabad, it is Sep. 24.
After posting this question, I thought I would need residency in that country; a visitor visa will not do the trick. Islamabad may be the best option.
@JeanneAdil Thank you for the suggestion and great idea. We already have a police report; that was done last December (Dec 2024).
Does anyone know what the requirements are to transfer, other than we lost our job and are no longer residents?