Pakistan Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
8
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
38
Total streamlined
46
Visa required in advance
152

Pakistan's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Pakistan tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Pakistan Visa-Free (8)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Pakistan without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Pakistan (38)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Transit

Pakistan Transit Visa

Pakistan publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

For foreign nationals transiting through Pakistan en route to a third country without leaving the airport or for a short stopover.

up to 3 daysapply online

Transit without a visa permitted for up to 24 hours in some cases (per Pakistan Embassy Russia). Standard transit visa allows short stopover of up to 72 hours. Applied via POVS portal. Requires confirmed onward ticket and valid visa/residence permit for destination country.

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FAQ

Pakistan Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Pakistan?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Pakistan visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Pakistan tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Pakistan without a visa?

8 countries can visit Pakistan without a visa in 2026, including: Bahrain, Kuwait, Maldives, Nepal, Oman. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Pakistan.

How do I apply for a Pakistan tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Pakistan, you typically need to apply at a Pakistan embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Pakistan without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Pakistan varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Pakistan Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Pakistan visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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