Tourist Visa designed to allow 124 countries citizens to explore Pakistan and its beautiful Landscapes and Hill Stations.

Application Type

You can apply for Tourist Visa online:

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• Must be a Citizens of 124 countries around the world

Required Documents (Visa Types)

1. Photograph
2. Passport
3. Hotel booking Details

Duration and Validity

• Single Entry for short duration less than 3 months (First Time entry).
• US nationals could avail Tourist 5 years multiple entry visa with maximum 3 months stay.

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the Solely the right of the Government of Pakistan.

Entry (Up to 3 Months): 15-20 Working Days

For the promotion of the business inside the country and because of Foreign Direct Investment Pakistan Embassy is providing 5 Years Business visa to the Businessman of the following countries.

Business Visa List Countries

• Algeria,Angola,Argentina,Australia,Austria,Azerbaijan,Bahrain,Bangladesh,Belgium,Benin,Brazil,Bulgaria,Cambodia,Cameron,Canada,Chile,China,Columbia,Comoros,Cote De Ivoire (IvoryCoast),Croatia,CzechRepublic,Denmark,Djibouti,Ecuador,Egypt,Estonia,Finland,France,Gambia,Germany,Ghana,Greece,Guatemala,Guinea,Guinea-Bissau,Honduras,Hungary,Indonesia,Iran,Iraq,Ireland,Italy,Japan,Jordan,Kazakhstan,Kenya,Korea Republic,Kuwait,Latvia,Lebanon,Lithuania,Madagascar,Malaysia,Mauritius,Mexico,Montenegro,Morocco,Mozambique,Myanmar,Netherlands,New Zealand,Nigeria,Norway,Oman,Panama,Paraguay,Peru,Philippines,Poland,Portugal,Qatar,Romania,Russia,Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sierra Lone, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, South Sudan,Spain,SriLanka,Sweden,Switzerland,Tanzania,Thailand,Togo,Tunisia,Turkey,Ukraine,United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Vietnam.

Non-Business Visa List Countries

• Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bolivia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Botswana, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Capbo Verde, Central African Republic, Congo (Republic),Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea,Eritrea,Ethiopia,Fiji,Gabon,Georgia,Grenada,Guyana,Haiti,Holy See
• (VaticanCity),Iceland,Jamaica,Kiribati,Kosovo,Kyrgyzstan,Laos,Lesotho,Liberia,Liechtenstein,Luxembourg,Macedonia,Malawi,Maldives,Mali,Malta,MarshallIsland,Micronesia,Moldova,Monaco,Mongolia,Namibia,Nauru,Nepal,Nicaragua,Niger,Palau,Papua New Guinea,
• Rwanda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Tobago,Turkmenistan,Tuvalu,Uganda,Uruguay,Uzbekistan,Vanuatu,Venezuela,Western Samoa, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Application Type

You can apply for Business visa online:

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• Citizens of countries listed are eligible to apply for this visa.
• Algeria,Angola,Argentina,Australia,Austria,Azerbaijan,Bahrain,Bangladesh,Belgium,Benin,Brazil,Bulgaria,Cambodia,Cameron,Canada,Chile,China,Columbia,Comoros,Cote De Ivoire (IvoryCoast),Croatia,CzechRepublic,Denmark,Djibouti,Ecuador,Egypt,Estonia,Finland,France,Gambia,Germany,Ghana,Greece,Guatemala,Guinea,GuineaBissau,Honduras,Hungary,Indonesia,Iran,Iraq,Ireland,Italy,Japan,Jordan,Kazakhstan,Kenya,KoreaRepublic,Kuwait,Latvia,Lebanon,Lithuania,Madagascar,Malaysia,Mauritius,Mexico,Montenegro,Morocco,Mozambique,Myanmar,Netherlands,NewZealand,Nigeria,Norway,Oman,Panama,Paraguay,Peru,Philippines,Poland,Portugal,Qatar,Romania,Russia,Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sierra Lone, Singapore,Slovenia,SouthAfrica,SouthSudan,Spain,SriLanka,Sweden,Switzerland,Tanzania,
• Thailand,Togo,Tunisia,Turkey,Ukraine,United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Vietnam

Required Documents

1. Photograph
2. Passport
3. Proof of registration of company which is extending invitation (SECP/ Chamber of Commerce Certificate)
4. Any of the following:
5. Recommendation letter from CC&I of respective foreign country
6. Invitation letter from business organization duly recommended by concerned trade organization in Pakistan.

Visa Applicants identifies themselves as a Pilgrim Tourist can apply for the religious tourism. This type of Visa is for the visit of religious places in Pakistan.

 NOTE: Under Pilgrim Tourism, nationals of 175 Countries are eligible to apply – Under Pilgrim Tourist Category, Indian Nationals bearing legal permanent residence in a third country are also eligible to apply – Visa issued allows the applicant to travel all over Pakistan for tourism purposes as per the rules and regulations.

Application Type

You can apply for First Time (New) Single Entry Visa in the following sub – Visa Types:

• Sikhs – Foreign National of Indian Origin
• Sikhs – He/she Must have valid proof of Legal and Permanent Residence in a Third country other than India
• Sikhs – Spouses and Children of applicants of Sub- category b

• NOTE: Please Note: In the above sub-categories:

• Sikhs – He/she Must have valid proof of Legal and Permanent Residence in a Third country other than India
• Sikhs – Spouses and Children of applicants of Sub- category b

After submission of application, the applicants will be required to visit the nearest/selected Pakistani Mission for verification of documents. The applicant will be intimated regarding the need of visit via email on his email account provided by him in the application – The Applicant will be required to visit the Pakistan Mission within 2 Days at MAX(Please Make Sure that the provided email account is valid and functioning- Regularly check your email account for updates)

Eligibility

Category “a – Foreign National of Indian “:

Nationals of 175 countries for E-Visa residing in the same countries

Category “b – Sikhs – He/she must have valid proof of legal and permanent “:

Must have valid proof of legal and permanent residence in a third country

Category “c – Sikhs – Spouses and Children of applicants of Sub- category b”:

In case of Spouse: The Husband/Wife OR In case of Children: Father/Mother of the applicants must have valid proof of legal and permanent residence in a third country other than India.

Required Documents

• Passport
• Photograph
• Invitation letter/Hotel Reservation
• Proof of legal residence of third country (Under category “b”)
• Applicable for Category “c”:
• In case the applicant is Spouse: Valid proof of legal and permanent residence in a third country other than India of Husband/Wife
• In case the applicant is a Child: Valid proof of legal and permanent residence in a third country other than India of Father/Mother

Duration and Validity

• 45 Days Multiple Entry

Processing Time

• Normally, it will take up to 10 working days. However, the issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.
• NOTE: You may plan your trip after acquiring Visa.

Foreign Citizen who wishes to work in Pakistan can apply for E work Visa. This type of Visa is for the Individuals who are providing services in Pakistan.

NOTE: For further details about the requirements, it is requested to go through Board of Investment’s website,

Application Type

You can apply for Work Visa online

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• Citizens of foreign countries who have a valid job offer and meet the requirements are eligible to apply for this visa.

Required Documents (Visa Types)

1. Passport
2. Photograph
3. SECP registration letter of company
4. Recommendation letter By BOI/MOI (In case of Extension)
5. Contact Details of the Sponsor
6. Undertaking on company letterhead/In case of CPEC/Government approved project, letter from concerned department /ministry
7. CV of applicant
8. Covering letter on company’s letter head
9. Company profile
10. Employment agreement
11. FBR NTN certificate of the company

Duration and Validity

• A Work Visa is granted for 1 years.
• A Work Visa is valid for Multiple Entries in to Pakistan.

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.

• 5-6 Weeks (Working Days – First Time Entry)

If you are a Journalist, you can apply for the specific Visa, which is valid for the Particular cities Like Lahore Karachi Islamabad, and Multan.

 Application Type

You can apply for Journalist Visa online:

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• All Journalists are eligible to apply subject to approval.
• Consultation Feedback is required from Press Attaches and Link Offices of the respective media houses.

Required Documents

1.   Photograph
2.   Passport
3.   Letter from Media Agency/Organization
4.   Recommendation from Ministry of information and broadcasting/Press Attaché/Pak Mission Abroad.

Duration and Validity

For Accredited and Pakistan-based Media Houses:

Visa valid for the entire tenure of the assignment subject to approval.

For non-Pakistan-based journalists:

Visa valid for 3 months or more, subject to approval.

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.

• Entry for Accredited /Based (Short Term/Long Term)  : 15-20 Days (Working Days)
• Entry For non-Pakistan-based journalists – Individuals and Family (Up to 3 Months) : 15-20 Days (Working Days)
• Entry For non-Pakistan-based journalists – Individuals and Family (Greater than 3 Months) : 5-6 Weeks (Working Day).

Foreign Diplomats can apply for such kind of Gratis Visa for the tenure in which they are posted in a specific country.

Application Type

You can apply Diplomat visas online:

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• All diplomatic staff of foreign countries are eligible to apply for this visa.
• Diplomatic Visas will be granted against authorized slots only.

Required Documents

1. Photograph
2. Passport
3. Note Verbale by the Sending State/ Organization
4. Letter of Recommendation (By Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
5. UN/IO Related Requests Form (In case your visit purpose is Assignment (UN/IO))
6. Arrival Notification Form  (In case your visit purpose is Assignment (Bilateral))

Duration and Validity

• An Official Visa is valid for the entire tenure of the Diplomatic Assignment.

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.

12-15 days (Working days – First Time entry)

This type of Visa is specifically for the Christian Missionaries who wish to work in the Pakistan and perform their religious activities there.

Application Type

You can apply for two types of visas online:

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• Christian citizens of all countries are eligible to apply for this visa.

Required Documents

1.   Photograph
2.   Passport
3.   Invitation Letter of the registered missionary organization

Duration and Validity

• This visa is valid for 1 year.
• This visa is extendable for 1 year.

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.

5-6Weeks (Working days – First Time Entry)

Pakistan is renowned for its Mountain peaks in the Karakoram region.  It is consisted of one of the tallest mountain like K2 Nanga Parbat, which is the dream place of Mountaineers, and Trekking lovers.  Government of Pakistan aims to promote Tourism and for that reason, they are Issuing Visa in the category mentioned above. If you are a foreigner and has a proven record of that sort of activities, you can surely apply for the Visa.

Application Type

You can apply for First Time (New) Single Entry Visa in the following subcategories:

1.   Mountaineering
2.   Trekking

Please Note: in your application–Mention, the Mountains you intend to climb).

Eligibility

•       Applicant must be a national of 175 Countries eligible for online Visa

Required Documents

•       Passport
•       Photograph
•       Mountaineering Application-Form(It is required if application is made under Sub-Category “a”)
•       Trekking Application-Form(It is required if application is made under Sub-Category “b”)
•       Sponsor letter/Agreement with designated tour operator by Department of Tourist Services (DTS)

Please Note: Your Sponsor letter/Agreement must be with a tour operator authorised by the DTS

•       List of any members who are accompanying the applicant for the purpose of Mountaineering or Trekking, if available with the applicant at the time of application submission.

Duration and Validity

•       Up to 3 Months – Single Entry Visa

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.

Normally, it takes 5-6Weeks (Working Days).

Please NOTE: You may plan your trip after acquiring Visa Grant Notice against your application.

Officials, staff members of the NGOs/INGOs and their families can apply for this visa to carry out development work in Pakistan in various sectors.

Application Type

You can apply for NGO/INGO Visa online:

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• All NGO/INGO officials, staff and their family members are eligible to apply for this visa.

Required Documents (Visa Types)

1.   Photograph
2.   Passport
3.   Invitation letter by NGO/INGO
4.   Proof of Registration of the NGO/INGO

Duration and Validity

• An NGO/INGO visa is valid for 3 months subject to approval.

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.

5-6 Weeks (Working days – First Time Entry)

Muslim citizens of foreign countries who wish to participate in Tabligh activities can apply for this visa.

Application Type

You can apply for Tabligh Visa online

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• Muslim citizens of all countries are eligible to apply for this visa.

Required Documents (Visa Types)

1.   Photograph
2.   Passport
3.   Invitation Letter by the authorized Tableeghi Centre

Duration and Validity

• A Tabligh Visa is granted for 45 days

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.

5-6Weeks (Working days – First Time Entry)

Domestic workers who wish to work and live in Pakistan under the sponsorship of their employers can apply for this visa.

Application Type (Visa Types)

You can apply for Domestic Aid Visa online

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.

Eligibility

• Foreign domestic workers are eligible to apply for this visa under the sponsorship of their employer.

Required Documents

1.   Photograph
2.   Passport
3.   Contact Details of the Employer
4.   Copy of agreement duly attested by respective embassy
5.   NOC by the Respective Embassy

Duration and Validity

• A Domestic Aide Visa may be granted for 1 year.
• In case of extension, please make sure that you have a valid Pakistani Visa and are residing in Pakistan as well.

Processing Time

Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.

5-6 Weeks (Working days – First Time Entry)