Danish Kaneria will not feature for Essex County Cricket Club until the end of April.
The Pakistani bowler has been selected to play for Pakistan in the RBS Pentangular Cup.
The tournament takes place between April 17 and 27 and involves teams from five Pakistan Provinces, with Kaneria playing for the Sindh Dolphins.
He is expected to arrive in England on April 29.
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