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France to Pakistan visa requirements

French ordinary passport holders need a visa for Pakistan and must apply online for the Pakistan e-Visa before travel. As of 1 January 2026, Pakistan suspended its free Visa Prior to Arrival program, so a paid tourist e-Visa through the official NADRA portal is now mandatory. France is not visa-exempt for Pakistan. French citizens (and Monaco nationals, plus eligible third-country residents of France) qualify for the Pakistan online tourist e-Visa, applied for in advance at the government portal visa.nadra.gov.pk. Until end of 2025, French travelers could use a free Visa Prior to Arrival / visa-on-arrival fast track, but effective 1 January 2026 Pakistan suspended that scheme for 126 nationalities including France. A standard paid e-Visa is now required for everyone, with longer processing times (officially 7-10 working days, in practice up to 20). The single-entry tourist e-Visa for EU citizens including France costs around USD 35 for a 3-month validity with up to 90 days stay; longer multiple-entry options exist at higher fees. Pakistan is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 rules and ETIAS do not apply to this route. Applicants need a passport valid at least 6 months, a photo, and either a hotel booking or an invitation letter. Sources: Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA), Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Embassy in Paris), France-Visas (French government), and 2026 policy-change reporting.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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
Online tourist e-Visa (apply in advance via visa.nadra.gov.pk)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry options available at higher fee)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 35 (EU nationals, single-entry 3-month tourist visa)
consular fee only
Processing time
7-10 working days official; up to ~20 business days in practice
standard track
Validity
3 months from issue (single-entry); up to 1 year for multiple-entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an e-Visa
As a French ordinary passport holder you cannot enter Pakistan visa-free or via visa-on-arrival as a tourist since the free Visa Prior to Arrival was suspended on 1 January 2026. Plan to apply online before booking non-refundable travel.
· e-Visa required· Apply in advance
/02
Gather supporting documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months, a recent passport-style photo on white background, and either a confirmed hotel booking or an invitation letter from a sponsor in Pakistan.
· Passport 6+ months· Photo + hotel/invitation
/03
Create an account on the official portal
Register at the Pakistan Online Visa System (visa.nadra.gov.pk). This is the only official channel; the Embassy in Paris confirms there is no other legitimate website.
· visa.nadra.gov.pk
/04
Complete the tourist visa application
Select Tourist Visa, fill in personal and travel details, and upload your photo and documents. Use the on-site fee calculator to confirm the exact amount for French nationals.
· Tourist category· Fee calculator
/05
Pay the fee and submit
Pay online by Visa or MasterCard. Submit and keep your confirmation/tracking reference.
· Card payment
/06
Track and travel
Allow 7-10 working days (apply 4-6 weeks ahead to be safe). Once approved, download and print the e-Visa to present on arrival in Pakistan.
· Print e-Visa· Apply 4-6 weeks early
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
France -> Pakistan · Online tourist e-Visa (apply in advance via visa.nadra.gov.pk)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photo (white background, taken within 3 months)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed hotel booking OR invitation letter from a Pakistan sponsor
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredCompleted online application on visa.nadra.gov.pk
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredVisa/MasterCard for online fee payment
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel itinerary with dates and destinations
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedBank statements (last 3 months) showing sufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedReturn or onward flight reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredPrinted copy of approved e-Visa to show on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredFor third-country residents of France: valid French visa and Carte de Sejour
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesPakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) - Tourist VisaPakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Embassy Paris e-VisaFrance-Visas (French Government) - Pakistan
Application link included: Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA) - Tourist Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist e-Visa (single entry, 3 months) - EU/FranceUSD 35Standard fee for EU nationals including France; pay online by card
Tourist e-Visa (90-day single entry, other tiers)USD 60Higher tier applied to US, UK, Canada nationals for comparison
Tourist e-Visa (1-year multiple entry)USD 100Optional longer-validity multiple-entry option
Total estimateUSD 35 — USD 100incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa processing
7-10 working days
Official processing time stated by the Pakistan Online Visa System for tourist applications.
Practical / delayed processing
Up to ~20 business days
Reported real-world timeline since the 2026 policy change; apply 4-6 weeks before travel to be safe.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free or visa-waiver agreement
France has no visa-waiver arrangement with Pakistan; French ordinary passport holders always require a visa for entry.
High
/02
Free Visa Prior to Arrival suspended in 2026
Effective 1 January 2026 Pakistan ended the free VPA/visa-on-arrival fast track for 126 nationalities including France, making a paid e-Visa mandatory.
High
/03
France is eligible for the online e-Visa
The Pakistan Embassy in Paris and the NADRA portal confirm French (and Monaco) nationals can apply for the tourist e-Visa online.
High
/04
Supporting documents required
Tourist applicants must provide a hotel booking or sponsor invitation letter plus a passport valid 6+ months.
Medium
/05
Pakistan is outside Schengen
Schengen 90/180 rules and ETIAS do not apply; Pakistan sets its own entry requirements.
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
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/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
France to Pakistan route verified
Verified against NADRA Pakistan Online Visa System, Pakistan MOFA Embassy Paris, and France-Visas. Confirmed e-Visa required; free Visa Prior to Arrival suspended effective 1 January 2026.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa to visit Pakistan?—
Yes. French ordinary passport holders need a visa and must obtain a Pakistan tourist e-Visa online before traveling. There is no visa-free entry.
Can I still get a visa on arrival in Pakistan as a French traveler?+
How much does the Pakistan tourist e-Visa cost for French nationals?+
How long does processing take?+
What documents do I need for the tourist e-Visa?+
What is the official website to apply?+
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