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Do Canada passport holders need a visa to visit PK?

Canadian passport holders need an eVisa to visit Pakistan. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel. Apply online through the official Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) before you travel; manual/embassy paper visas were discontinued in 2021, and the free "Visa Prior to Arrival" pilot that briefly covered Canada was suspended as of January 1, 2026. A Canadian ordinary passport holder traveling to Pakistan for tourism must obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) in advance through the government's Pakistan Online Visa System operated by NADRA (visa.nadra.gov.pk). Pakistan discontinued all manual/sticker visa processing at its consulates on January 31, 2021, so the online eVisa is the only route. In August 2024 Pakistan launched a free "Visa Prior to Arrival" e-visa for citizens of 126 countries (including Canada), but that fee-waiver program has been suspended since January 1, 2026, and Canadians once again pay the standard tourist eVisa fee (around USD 60). The tourist eVisa is typically single-entry with a stay of up to 90 days and validity of three months from issue; processing is officially 7-10 working days but can take up to about 20 business days. Travelers should apply only on the official NADRA portal and note that Canada maintains an elevated travel advisory for Pakistan.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist eVisa (electronic visa)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 60 (Canada/US/UK tier; some channels quote up to ~USD 75 with add-ons)
consular fee only
Processing time
7-10 working days (can extend to ~20 business days)
standard track
Validity
3 months from date of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Verify your Canadian passport is valid at least 6 months beyond your planned stay and has a blank page. Gather a digital passport-size photo on a white background and a scan of your passport bio page.
· Passport 6+ months· White-background photo
/02
Create an account on the official NADRA portal
Go to visa.nadra.gov.pk (the only official Pakistan Online Visa System). Register with your email and select Tourist Visa as the category. Avoid third-party sites that charge extra.
· visa.nadra.gov.pk· Tourist Visa category
/03
Complete the online application
Fill in personal, passport, travel and accommodation details, and upload your photo, passport scan, return/onward ticket, and proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter).
· Upload documents· Travel itinerary
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the tourist eVisa fee (around USD 60) by Visa or Mastercard credit/debit card. The fee is non-refundable even if the application is refused.
· Visa/Mastercard· Non-refundable
/05
Wait for processing and approval
Standard processing is 7-10 working days but can run up to about 20 business days. Track status through your portal account; you will be notified when a decision is made.
· 7-20 days· Track online
/06
Download and print the eVisa
Once approved, download the eVisa PDF and print a copy to carry with your passport. Present it on arrival at the Pakistani port of entry.
· Print eVisa· Carry with passport
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
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Canadian passport valid 6+ months beyond stay with a blank page
required
Recent passport-size photo, white background (digital)
required
Scan of passport bio-data page
required
Confirmed return or onward air ticket
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
required
Valid Visa or Mastercard for online fee payment
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Printed copy of the approved eVisa for arrival
required
Travel/medical insurance for Pakistan
recommended
Review Canada's travel advisory for Pakistan before booking
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa fee (Canada tier)USD 60Standard government fee for Canadian/US/UK nationals; non-refundable
Possible service/processing add-onUSD 0-15Some payment channels/agents quote a total near USD 75; the official portal fee is lower
Passport photoCAD 0-20Free if you take a compliant digital photo yourself
Total estimateUSD 60 — USD 75incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online eVisa
7-10 working days
Official NADRA processing window for a tourist eVisa; can extend to about 20 business days during peak periods.
Buffer for peak/extra checks
Up to ~20 business days
Apply at least 3-4 weeks before travel to absorb delays and additional document requests.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Manual visas discontinued
Pakistan ended all manual/sticker visa processing at consulates on January 31, 2021, making the online eVisa the only option for Canadians.
High
/02
Free visa pilot suspended
The August 2024 free Visa Prior to Arrival program for 126 countries (including Canada) has been suspended since January 1, 2026, restoring the paid eVisa.
High
/03
No visa-on-arrival for tourists
Ordinary Canadian tourists cannot obtain a visa at the airport; the eVisa must be approved before departure.
Medium
/04
Incomplete documents or unclear itinerary
Missing accommodation proof, return ticket, or a poor-quality photo commonly cause delays or refusals.
Medium
/05
Using unofficial third-party sites
Travelers sometimes overpay or get rejected by using non-government portals instead of visa.nadra.gov.pk.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Canada to Pakistan route verified
Confirmed eVisa requirement for Canadian tourists via Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) and the Pakistan Consulate in Canada; noted suspension of the free Visa Prior to Arrival program effective January 1, 2026 and current ~USD 60 fee.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Canadians get a visa on arrival in Pakistan?—
No. Ordinary Canadian tourists must obtain an eVisa online before traveling. There is no visa-on-arrival for tourism, and manual consulate visas were discontinued in 2021.
Isn't Pakistan visa-free for Canadians now?+
How much does the Pakistan tourist eVisa cost for Canadians?+
How long can I stay and is it multiple entry?+
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