Entry Rules Explained

Pakistan online visa

Last checked: 19 October 2026 · Asia entry rules

Pakistan processes visa applications online through visa.nadra.gov.pk 1,2. Manual visa processing stopped on 31 January 2021 2. Applicants must select the correct category, passport type, stay duration and responsible Pakistani mission, then upload the required documents and pay online 1,3. Eligibility, duration and fee depend on nationality and category, so no universal tourist amount applies 1,3.
Official portal
visa.nadra.gov.pk 1
Application mode
Online only since 31 January 2021 2
Categories
Tourist, family, business and others 1
Fee
Depends on nationality and category 1,3
Checked
19 October 2026

Use the government portal

Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry directs applicants only to visa.nadra.gov.pk and warns that it takes no responsibility for payments made on another visa website 1.

The government ended manual visa applications on 31 January 2021. Applications must be submitted through the online system 2.

Choose the correct route

The portal covers tourist, family visit, business, student, work, official and other categories. Eligibility is tied to the nationality lists and the purpose selected 1.

Applicants must choose the correct passport type, stay duration and Pakistani mission. A wrong passport category can lead to cancellation, and visa fees are non-refundable 3.

Documents and review

The Foreign Ministry instructions require electronic copies of the photograph and supporting documents plus a card for online payment. Some applicants may be called for interview by the selected embassy or consulate 1.

If an application is returned for review, the applicant must make the requested corrections and resubmit within the stated portal period. The visa granted controls both the validity window for entry and the period of stay 1,3.

Fee and timing

Pakistan does not publish one worldwide tourist fee or duration on the general guidance pages. The amount and available stay depend on passport nationality and application route. Use the value shown inside the official application for the selected case 1,3.

Common questions

Where is the official Pakistan visa site?

https://visa.nadra.gov.pk 1,2.

Can I apply manually at an embassy?

The government notice says manual processing ended on 31 January 2021 2.

Is there one tourist visa fee?

No universal amount is published. It depends on nationality and category 1,3.

Can I change category after applying?

Applicants should select carefully. The official instructions say the category cannot later be changed 1.

Rules and fees change. Check the official site linked above before you apply or pay. Spotted an error? Email [email protected] with the official link.

Sources

  1. Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs: eVisa instructions and official portal, accessed 19 October 2026
  2. Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Online-only visa notice, accessed 19 October 2026
  3. Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Online Visa guidance, accessed 19 October 2026

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