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Pakistan visas

Pakistan e-visa

Most nationalities can apply online. Processing takes 7–10 business days, and fees depend on nationality and length of stay.

Ways to get a Pakistan e-visa

  1. Online visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of all countries except Armenia, India, Israel and Taiwan.

    Fee
    Depends on nationality and length of stay.
    Processing
    7–10 business days.
    1. Use Pakistan's online visa portal.
    2. Have a Google account to use Google's two-factor authenticator.
    Apply on the official website
  2. E-visa for former Indian nationals

    eVisa

    Former Indian nationals who hold American, British or Canadian passports.

    Fee
    Depends on nationality and length of stay under the online visa programme.
    Processing
    7–10 business days under the online visa programme.

    Passports that qualify (3)

    1. Use Pakistan's official e-visa portal.
    2. Have a Google account to use Google's two-factor authenticator.
    Apply on the official website

Who needs it

Travellers who need a visa and qualify for the online programme can apply through the visa portal.

Who doesn't

Travellers who qualify for a visa exemption do not need an online visa.

How to apply

  1. Use Pakistan's online visa portal.
  2. Have a Google account to use Google's two-factor authenticator.

Good to know

  • Visitors from Bhutan, India and Israel must register with the police after arrival.
  • Citizens of Armenia, India, Israel and Taiwan are excluded from the online visa programme.
  • The free Visa Prior to Arrival programme was suspended from 1 January 2026. Its former processing time of about 48 hours no longer applies.
  • Former Indian nationals holding American, British or Canadian passports can apply for an e-visa.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Pakistan?

Travellers who need a visa and qualify for the online programme can apply through the visa portal. Travellers who qualify for a visa exemption do not need an online visa.

What are the ways to get a e-visa for Pakistan?

There are 2 options: Online visa (an online visa); E-visa for former Indian nationals (an online visa).

Can I apply online for Pakistan?

Yes: Online visa and E-visa for former Indian nationals. Citizens of all countries except Armenia, India, Israel and Taiwan.

How much does a Pakistan e-visa cost?

Depends on nationality and length of stay.

How long does a Pakistan e-visa take?

7–10 business days.

How do I apply for a Pakistan e-visa?

1. 1. Use Pakistan's online visa portal. 2. 2. Have a Google account to use Google's two-factor authenticator.

What rules do I have to follow on a Pakistan e-visa?

Visitors from Bhutan, India and Israel must register with the police after arrival.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Pakistan?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Pakistan visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a e-visa for Pakistan be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Pakistan e-visa rules?

On Pakistan's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

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