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Russian Federation to Pakistan visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Pakistan eVisa?

Only on the official Pakistan Online Visa System at visa.nadra.gov.pk. Avoid third-party agent sites that charge extra and are not government-operated.

Q: How long does the eVisa take?

Standard processing is typically 7-20 business days. Because the fast track was withdrawn in 2026, apply well before your planned travel date.

Q: How long can I stay and is it single or multiple entry?

The tourist visa is generally valid for 3 months and is issued as a single-entry visa for tourism, allowing a stay of up to about 90 days.

Q: How much does it cost?

The visa fee depends on nationality and duration — Russian nationals typically pay around USD 35-75, plus a small online service charge.

Q: Do Russian diplomatic passport holders need a visa?

No. Holders of Russian diplomatic or official passports can enter Pakistan visa-free for up to 3 months, but this exemption does not apply to ordinary passport holders.

A Russian ordinary passport holder needs a visa to visit Pakistan for tourism. The correct route is an online eVisa applied for in advance through the Pakistan Online Visa System (POVS / NADRA) at visa.nadra.gov.pk before travel. Russian citizens are not visa-exempt for Pakistan and must obtain a visa before arrival. Russia is eligible for Pakistan's Online Visa System (only Armenia, India and Taiwan are excluded), so the practical channel for a short tourist visit is the paid online tourist eVisa applied for in advance. Important recent change: the free Visa Prior to Arrival (VPA) and visa-on-arrival facilitation that had been available to citizens of 126 countries (including Russia) since August 2024 was suspended on 1 January 2026. As of mid-2026 there is no reinstatement and no separate fast ETA/VOA channel for ordinary tourists — travelers must use the standard paid eVisa, which carries longer processing times (commonly 7-20 business days). The Pakistan tourist visa is typically valid for 3 months with single entry; fees depend on nationality (roughly USD 35-75 for most non-South-Asian nationals such as Russians), plus the small online service charge. Holders of Russian diplomatic or official passports enjoy a separate visa-free arrangement of up to 3 months, but this does NOT apply to ordinary passport holders. Apply only on the official visa.nadra.gov.pk portal; intermediary sites are unofficial.

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 (Pakistan Online Visa System / POVS)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (3-month visa validity)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (tourist category)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 35-75 depending on nationality (Russia ~USD 35-75) plus online service charge

consular fee only

Processing time

7-20 business days (standard eVisa)

standard track

Validity

3 months from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Russian ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of entry and has at least one blank page.

· Before applying

/02

Create an account on the official portal

Register at the Pakistan Online Visa System (visa.nadra.gov.pk). A Google account with the Google Authenticator / 2FA app is needed for login security.

· visa.nadra.gov.pk· 2FA required

/03

Complete the tourist visa application

Select the Tourist category, fill in personal, travel and accommodation details, and upload required documents (photo, passport bio page, proof of accommodation/itinerary).

· Tourist category

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the nationality-based visa fee and online service charge by card through the portal. Keep the payment receipt.

· Card payment

/05

Wait for processing

Standard eVisa processing now takes about 7-20 business days since the fast Visa Prior to Arrival channel was suspended on 1 January 2026. Apply well ahead of travel.

· 7-20 business days

/06

Receive and print the eVisa

Download the approved eVisa sent by email, print a copy, and carry it with your passport for presentation to airline and immigration on arrival.

· Carry printout

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredRussian passport valid 6+ months with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredRecent passport-size digital photograph (white background)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredScanned passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed Pakistan tourist eVisa (printed copy)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedTravel itinerary / tour plan

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedSufficient funds / bank statement

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredGoogle account with 2FA authenticator app for portal login

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

OptionalTravel/medical insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

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.

Official sourcesPakistan Online Visa System (NADRA / POVS) — Tourist Visa Wikipedia — Visa policy of Pakistan Fragomen — Pakistan: Suspension of Visas-on-Arrival and Visa Prior to Arrival Programs

Application link included: Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA / POVS) — Tourist Visa

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa fee (Russia)USD 35-75Varies by nationality and duration; Russian nationals typically in the USD 35-75 band

Online service / processing chargeUSD ~8-14Small portal/service surcharge added at payment

Bank/card transaction feeVariesCharged by your card issuer for the online payment

Total estimateUSD 43 — USD 90incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa (Pakistan Online Visa System)

7-20 business days

The only routine channel for ordinary tourists since the free Visa Prior to Arrival was suspended on 1 January 2026. Apply well before travel.

Embassy/consular sticker visa

Variable (often 1-3 weeks)

Apply at the Pakistan Embassy in Moscow if the online route is unavailable or for special cases; generally not needed when the eVisa works.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-free entry for ordinary passports

Pakistan does not grant visa-free access to Russian ordinary passport holders; a visa must be obtained before travel.

High

/02

Free Visa Prior to Arrival suspended

The VPA/visa-on-arrival facilitation for 126 countries (including Russia) was suspended on 1 January 2026, leaving the paid eVisa as the route.

High

/03

Russia is eligible for the Online Visa System

Only Armenia, India and Taiwan are excluded from Pakistan's online visa system, so Russians can apply online.

Medium

/04

Longer processing now required

Standard eVisa processing of 7-20 business days replaced the former 1-2 day fast track, so last-minute trips are not viable.

Medium

/05

Diplomatic/official exemption does not apply

The up-to-3-month visa-free arrangement is only for Russian diplomatic and official passports, not ordinary tourists.

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

Russia to Pakistan route verified

Confirmed via Pakistan Online Visa System, Wikipedia visa policy, Fragomen and Wego that Russian ordinary passport holders need a paid tourist eVisa; free Visa Prior to Arrival suspended 1 January 2026.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Russian citizens get a visa on arrival in Pakistan?—

No. The visa-on-arrival / Visa Prior to Arrival facilitation that previously covered Russia was suspended on 1 January 2026. Ordinary passport holders must obtain a paid eVisa in advance through the Pakistan Online Visa System.

Where do I apply for the Pakistan eVisa?+

How long does the eVisa take?+

How long can I stay and is it single or multiple entry?+

How much does it cost?+

Do Russian diplomatic passport holders need a visa?+

/11 — Passport tools