Visa Requirements for Pakistani Citizens
Visa requirements for Pakistani citizens are regulated by foreign rules and conditions that Pakistani citizens must follow while traveling abroad.
Entry requirements are important to meet and determine whether you are allowed to cross the border with one of the selected countries.
Unfortunately, currently, Pakistani citizens do not have much freedom of movement.
There are only 32 destinations that allow Pakistanis to enter without a visa or apply for a visa on arrival. These statistics place the Pakistani passport very low in the overall freedom of movement rankings. As with visa requirements, the length of stay allowed varies and depends on the chosen destination and immigration regulations.
When it comes to e-visas and visas on arrival, Pakistani citizens are allowed to stay for 14, 30, 90 or 180 days (and others). Traditional visas have a more complex system and the average length of stay cannot be easily estimated.
As mentioned, Pakistanis can choose between using an electronic travel authorization system, for which visas can be obtained upon arrival, and traditional visas processed at the embassy.
All of these travel permits are issued for recreational, occupational and transit-related uses.
Electronic visas and VoA are documents used for short-term stays, usually up to 6 months or less at a time.
Rather, embassy visas can be issued for short-term or long-term visits.
In addition to basic leisure travel, a traditional travel permit allows you to study, work and live abroad for longer periods of time. This makes applying for an embassy visa a bit more complicated and time-consuming than an e-visa or visa on arrival.
Electronic visa
Electronic visas work just like traditional visas but are much easier to get.
Electronic systems were introduced to make travel more accessible. Pakistani citizens can now apply for visas online without having to visit the embassy.
An approved eVisa allows you to undertake a vacation, a business project abroad or a short transit trip.
List of countries offering electronic visas for Pakistani citizens
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Azerbaijan
- Bahrain
- Benin
- Cambodia
- Djibouti
- Gabon
- Guinea
- Ivory Coast
- Kenya
- Kyrgyzstan
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Myanmar
- Rwanda
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Suriname
- Tajikistan
- Turkey
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Only 25 countries allow Pakistanis to use the electronic travel authorization system to travel abroad.
Travel to any of the destinations listed above using the eVisa as your entry document.
You can apply online by following the quick and intuitive 3-step application process using any work device with an internet connection.Electronic visas are usually issued for a stay of one month or three months for Pakistani passport holders.
The length of time you can stay in a selected country depends on pre-established entry rules.
Check the requirements, eVisa type, validity period and permitted stay period before applying for your visa online.
Once you have your approved eVisa in place, you can book your flights and start planning your trip.
The following activities may be included in your itinerary:
- exploring tourist destinations
- trying the available tourist attractions
- visiting friends and relatives living abroad
- going a relaxing getaway
- handling any professional matters
- attending a seminar, conference, or a meeting
- closing a new deal or looking for new business opportunities
- transiting
Visa on Arrival
An entry visa for Pakistani citizens is another type of travel permit that allows its holder to enter a selected foreign country for a specified period of time.
VoA is a type of visa that can only be processed upon arrival at the border.
List of countries that offer a Visa on Arrival for Pakistani citizens
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Benin
- Cape Verde
- Comoros
- Egypt (Egypt VoA is available only for ordinary passport holders with a valid GCC residence permit for at least 30 days)
- Guinea Bissau
- Guyana (only for invitation letter holders written by a sponsor or host)
- Kenya
- Lebanon (upon meeting specific requirements)
- Madagascar
- The Maldives
- Mauritania
- Nepal
- Oman (Pakistani citizens applying for the Visa on Arrival must be holders of the GCC visa and be a white-collar worker, which needs to be mentioned on the document as well.)
- Palau
- Rwanda
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia (obtainable at the Bosaso Airport, Galcaio Airport, and the Mogadishu Airport.)
- Togo
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
Pakistani passport holders can apply for a visa on arrival by going to the border checkpoint once they reach the border. With a valid passport in hand, fill out the visa on arrival application form with the necessary information and if required by the country you are visiting, pay the visa fee.
The remaining thing is to wait for approval.
Please note!
VoA also requires travelers to meet certain requirements and confirm the purpose of their trip by providing specific supporting documents and, in some cases, proof that they have enough money to cover expenses.Accommodation fees.
Check current conditions to be respected before traveling. Additionally, it’s worth noting that many countries that offer VoA also offer the additional option of obtaining an eVisa before your planned trip. Applying for an eVisa online a few days before departure will ensure that you are well prepared. Obtaining an eVisa instead of a VoA helps travelers avoid long lines at the airport and the stress of last-minute visa processing. Since you need a visa to travel to these destinations, consider getting an e-visa to save time, money and energy!
Embassy visa
Embassy visas for Pakistani citizens are traditional visas that are usually stamped in the applicant's passport.
Available directly from the embassy of a selected foreign country after meeting the requirements and submitting an application along with complete documentation confirming the traveler's reason for travel.
List of countries that requires Pakistan citizens to have an Embassy visa upon crossing the border
- Afghanistan
- Aland Islands
- Albania
- Algeria
- American Samoa
- Andorra
- Antarctica
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Bahamas
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bonaire
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- British Indian Ocean Territory
- The British Virgin Islands
- Brunei Darussalam
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- The Central African Republic
- Chad
- Chile
- China
- Christmas Island
- Cocos Islands
- Congo
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Czech Republic
- The Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Denmark
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Estonia
- Falkland Islands
- Faroe Islands
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- French Polynesia
- The Gambia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guam
- Guatemala
- Guernsey
- Guinea
- Guyana
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Iraq
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Israel
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Japan
- Jersey
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kiribati
- Kuwait
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Liberia
- Libya
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Macedonia
- Mali
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Morocco
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Netherlands
- New Caledonia
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Niue
- Norfolk Island
- North Korea
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Norway
- Palestinian Territory
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Pitcairn Islands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Puerto Rico
- Republic of Cyprus
- Reunion
- Romania
- Russian Federation
- Saint Barthelemy
- Saint Helena
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Martin
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- San Marino
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Sint Maarten
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Svalbard and Jan Mayen
- Swaziland
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Syrian Arab Republic
- Taiwan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- United States
- United States Virgin Islands
- Uruguay
- Vatican City
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna
- Yemen
Nearly 200 countries require Pakistani passport holders to have a regular visa when crossing the border.
Therefore, Pakistani nationals planning to visit any of the destinations listed above must first apply for a traditional visa at the embassy. To apply for an embassy visa, travelers must first contact the authorities of the country they plan to visit. Call or visit the embassy of your chosen country and ask about current visa requirements.
Next, prepare the necessary documents and submit the application. Sometimes the embassy may ask you for a visa interview and cover costs. However, these steps also depend on foreign governments.
Embassy visas can seem difficult to get, and sometimes they are. However, the key to successfully getting your application approved is to prepare thoroughly before submitting your application. Make sure you meet all current visa requirements and have all documents confirming your reason for travel.
It’s best to start preparing for the registration process at least a few weeks before your planned trip.
This will vary depending on visa processing times (varies by country).
However, in the case of applying for a regular visa, the waiting time is quite long.
Visa-free countries
There are only 8 countries that grant complete visa exemption to Pakistani citizens.
There are a number of additional destinations that offer visa-free entry provided certain conditions are met.
Additional requirements include having a valid visa from any EU country, US, Canada or UK.
This varies between different destinations.
- Belarus
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Haiti
- Micronesia
- Qatar
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Samoa
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Vanuatu
Traveling without a visa is one of the easiest ways to do it. All you need is a valid Pakistani passport.
It is not necessary to apply for a visa before traveling to any of the countries listed above.
Plan your trip, book your flights and with valid travel documents in hand, head to your dream destination!
You can enjoy all kinds of leisure activities, like going on a relaxing vacation, going hiking, trying water sports, sunbathing, exploring foreign country attractions, learning about history and culture, etc. Traveling without a visa often allows Pakistanis to manage their business, find new career opportunities, or learn at a seminar or conference. Finally, visa-free destinations allow Pakistani citizens to transit through their territory without needing any travel permit and thus reach any other final destination with ease.
