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Pakistan transit visa

Transit visas are mentioned as an option for Indian passport holders. Rules for other travellers and airport connections are not specified.

Ways to get a Pakistan transit visa

  1. Transit visa for Indian passport holders

    Other permit

    Indian passport holders may apply for a transit visa, subject to Ministry of Interior clearance.

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Good to know

  • Indian passport holders need clearance from the Ministry of Interior.
  • Indian nationals must use designated entry and exit points.
  • Indian nationals normally must enter and leave through the same point unless they get permission in advance.
  • Indian visitors must register with the police, regardless of visa type.
  • No airport transit time limit or transit-without-visa conditions are specified.
  • Designated points for Indian nationals include Wagah and the airports in Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi.
  • Indian passport holders cannot get visa extensions.

Questions

Do I need a transit visa for Pakistan?

Transit visas are mentioned as an option for Indian passport holders. Rules for other travellers and airport connections are not specified.

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

Indian passport holders need clearance from the Ministry of Interior. Indian nationals must use designated entry and exit points. Indian nationals normally must enter and leave through the same point unless they get permission in advance. Indian visitors must register with the police, regardless of visa type.

Does my passport change whether I need a transit 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 transit 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 transit visa rules?

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

Can I change my transit visa once I am in Pakistan?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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