The Government of Pakistan has simplified its visa process through the E-Visa Portal, allowing travelers to apply conveniently online for the following visa types:

• Tourist Visa

• Business Visa

• Pilgrim Visa (for religious travelers such as Sikhs and Buddhists)

• Other Visa Categories

Visa Details

• Tourist Visa:

  • Valid for 3 months (multiple entry)

  • Free of charge for eligible countries

  • Processing time: 3–5 working days or less

• Business Visa:

  • Valid up to 5 years (multiple entry)

  • Fee varies by nationality

  • Processing time: 24 hours to 4 weeks

• Pilgrim Visa:

  • Valid for 45 to 90 days (single or multiple entry)

  • Fee varies by nationality

  • Processing time: 3–10 working days

Note:
Visa approval is at the discretion of the Pakistani Embassy or Consulate. Processing times and fees may vary depending on nationality and individual circumstances.

For more details and to apply, visit visa.nadra.gov.pk

Tourist Visa

Ideal for: Travelers visiting Pakistan for leisure, tourism, sightseeing, or adventure.

Required Documents:

• Scanned copy of valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)

• Recent passport-sized photograph (white background)

• Proof of hotel booking or Letter of Invitation (LOI) from a licensed tour operator or host

• Detailed travel itinerary (optional but recommended)

• Return flight ticket (recommended)

Business Visa

Ideal for: Entrepreneurs, investors, or professionals visiting Pakistan for business meetings, trade, investment, or conferences.

Required Documents:

• Scanned copy of valid passport

• Recent passport-sized photograph

• Invitation letter from a business entity or company registered in Pakistan

• Company profile of inviting business (optional but helpful)

• Return flight ticket (recommended)

• Proof of previous business activities (if applicable)

Pilgrim Visa

Ideal for: Religious visitors, especially Sikhs visiting Gurdwaras and Buddhists visiting sacred sites in Pakistan.

Required Documents:

• Scanned copy of valid passport

• Recent passport-sized photograph

• Invitation or supporting letter from the religious institution (optional but helpful)

• Details of religious sites to be visited

• Return flight ticket (recommended)

Additional Information

All visa applications are submitted online via the official portal, making the process convenient and efficient.
Once submitted, visa applications are reviewed by the Immigration Authorities of Pakistan.

Important Note:
Visa approval is at the sole discretion of the Pakistani Embassy or Consulate processing your application.
Processing times and additional document requirements may vary depending on your nationality and individual application details.