Visa-free visit for up to 90 days
No visa neededCitizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Maldives, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates who hold ordinary passports.
- Stay
- Up to 90 days.
Passports that qualify (7)
3 ways to enter
Pakistan visas
Pakistan tourist visa
Some travellers can visit without a visa. Online visa applications are available to most nationalities. Indian passport holders cannot get tourist visas.
Ways to get a Pakistan tourist visa
Visa-free visit for up to 30 days
No visa neededCitizens of Nepal who hold ordinary passports.
- Stay
- Up to 30 days.
Passports that qualify (1)
Online visa
eVisaCitizens of all countries except Armenia, India, Israel and Taiwan can apply through the online visa programme.
- Fee
- Depends on nationality and length of stay.
- Processing
- 7–10 business days.
- Use Pakistan's online visa portal.
- Have a Google account to use Google's two-factor authenticator.
Bahrain
Kuwait
Maldives
Oman
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
NepalWho needs it
Tourists who do not qualify for a visa exemption need a visa.
Who doesn't
Ordinary passport holders from Bahrain, Kuwait, Maldives, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates can visit without a visa for up to 90 days. Nepalese ordinary passport holders can visit for up to 30 days. Other exemptions apply to certain identity cards and special passports.
How to apply
- Use Pakistan's online visa portal.
- 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.
- Indian passport holders are not granted tourist visas.
- Hotel staff usually handle police registration. Visitors staying outside licensed hotels or hostels must visit a police station themselves.
Questions
Do I need a tourist visa for Pakistan?
Tourists who do not qualify for a visa exemption need a visa. Ordinary passport holders from Bahrain, Kuwait, Maldives, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates can visit without a visa for up to 90 days. Nepalese ordinary passport holders can visit for up to 30 days. Other exemptions apply to certain identity cards and special passports.
What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Pakistan?
There are 3 options: Visa-free visit for up to 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free visit for up to 30 days (no visa at all); Online visa (an online visa).
Who can go to Pakistan without a tourist visa?
Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Maldives, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates who hold ordinary passports. Citizens of Nepal who hold ordinary passports.
Can I apply online for Pakistan?
Yes: Online visa. Citizens of all countries except Armenia, India, Israel and Taiwan can apply through the online visa programme.
How much does a Pakistan tourist visa cost?
Online visa fees depend on nationality and length of stay.
How long does a Pakistan tourist visa take?
7–10 business days for online visas.
How do I apply for a Pakistan tourist 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 tourist visa?
Visitors from Bhutan, India and Israel must register with the police after arrival.
Does my passport change whether I need a tourist 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 tourist 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.
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