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United States to Pakistan visa requirements

Q: Where should I apply?

Apply through Pakistan's official Pakistan Online Visa System at visa.nadra.gov.pk. Pakistan's official U.S. mission pages say visa applications are submitted and processed online only through that system.

Q: Can U.S. citizens get a visa on arrival in Pakistan?

Do not rely on visa on arrival. Official U.S. and Pakistan mission guidance points U.S. travelers to a visa before travel, and Fragomen reported in March 2026 that Pakistan stopped issuing visas-on-arrival and Visa Prior to Arrival permissions.

Q: How long does the Pakistan eVisa take?

Official Pakistan mission pages generally cite 7-10 working days for standard tourist/visit processing, but some cases can take longer. Apply well before travel and monitor the portal review tab.

Q: How much does it cost?

The fee is shown in the official portal and varies by nationality, category, duration and entry option. Pakistan mission pages state visa fees are non-refundable.

Q: Do U.S.-Pakistani dual nationals need a visa?

Not if they hold a valid NICOP or Pakistan Origin Card. The U.S. State Department says U.S.-Pakistani dual nationals with valid NICOP or POC cards do not need a visa.

Q: What passport validity is required?

The U.S. State Department lists six months' validity beyond arrival and two blank pages for entry and exit stamps.

Q: Do I need vaccinations to enter Pakistan?

No vaccination is listed as required for entry by the U.S. State Department, but proof of polio vaccination within the past year may be required when leaving Pakistan.

U.S. ordinary passport holders need a Pakistani visa before travel. Apply online through Pakistan's official Pakistan Online Visa System (POVS) at visa.nadra.gov.pk; U.S.-Pakistani dual nationals with a valid NICOP or POC do not need a visa. A U.S. ordinary passport holder must have a valid Pakistani visa before entering Pakistan for tourism or a short visit, unless the traveler is also a U.S.-Pakistani dual national holding a valid National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) or Pakistan Origin Card (POC). Pakistan's official mission pages in the United States say visa applications are submitted and processed online only through the Pakistan Online Visa System (POVS) at visa.nadra.gov.pk, with communication handled electronically and the Visa Grant Notice sent by email after approval. The U.S. Department of State likewise says a visa is required before travel and links travelers to Pakistan's visa portal. For tourist/visit applications, official Pakistan mission pages list supporting documents such as a passport, passport-style photo, confirmed hotel booking or a notarized invitation/host letter, and sometimes proof of U.S. residence, employment/school status, bank statements, sponsor CNIC details, or minor-consent documents depending on the consular jurisdiction and the portal review. Standard official processing is generally 7-10 working days for a first-time tourist/visit visa, but applicants should allow extra time because the Embassy warns some cases take longer and Fragomen reported that, after Pakistan stopped issuing visa-on-arrival and Visa Prior to Arrival permissions in 2026 without a formal public announcement, standard eVisa processing can take around 20 business days. The U.S. State Department lists passport requirements of six months' validity beyond arrival and two blank pages, notes no vaccination is required for entry, and warns that proof of polio vaccination within the past year may be required to leave Pakistan. Visa fees are non-refundable and shown in the online process; third-party agencies are optional and not needed for the official route.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMAS GRANTED BY THE EVISA APPROVAL; CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE ENTRY OPTION IN THE PORTALLast verified 2026-06-21

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 2026-06-21

Visa type

Online Pakistani tourist/visit visa through the Pakistan Online Visa System before travel

Maximum stay

As granted on the Visa Grant Notice; first-time tourist/visit visas are commonly issued for up to 3 months

per entry

Entries

As granted by the eVisa approval; choose the appropriate entry option in the portal

from issue date

Visa fee

Varies by visa category, duration, and nationality; shown in the POVS portal and non-refundable

consular fee only

Processing time

Usually 7-10 working days; allow up to around 20 business days or more if reviewed

standard track

Validity

Visa Grant Notice controls; passport must be valid 6+ months beyond arrival with 2 blank pages

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm whether you need a visa

Use this route for a U.S. ordinary passport holder visiting Pakistan for tourism or a short private visit. U.S.-Pakistani dual nationals with a valid NICOP or POC do not need a Pakistani visa, but should travel with that document.

· U.S. passport· NICOP/POC exception

/02

Check passport and timing

Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond arrival and has at least two blank pages. Start early: official mission pages cite 7-10 working days, and some cases can take longer.

· 6 months· 2 blank pages

/03

Apply only through the official portal

Go to visa.nadra.gov.pk, create and verify your account, select the correct tourist/visit category, complete the form, and choose the appropriate entry and stay option. Do not rely on airport visa issuance.

· visa.nadra.gov.pk· Online only

/04

Upload supporting documents

Upload the passport bio page, a passport-style photo, and tourist/visit evidence such as a confirmed hotel booking or a notarized invitation/host letter. Depending on jurisdiction and review, you may also need proof of U.S. residence, employment or school status, bank statements, sponsor CNIC details, or minor-consent documents.

· Photo· Hotel/invitation

/05

Pay and monitor the application

Pay the non-refundable portal fee shown for your application. Check the portal's review tab and email frequently; if additional documents are requested, official guidance says to respond within seven days to avoid cancellation.

· Non-refundable· 7-day review response

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Travel with approval evidence

Do not finalize non-refundable travel until the electronic Visa Grant Notice has been issued. Carry your passport, the Visa Grant Notice in electronic and printed form, return/onward travel and accommodation details, and consider carrying proof of polio vaccination for departure from Pakistan.

· Visa Grant Notice· Polio exit proof

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

16 items

Personalized checklist

United States -> Pakistan · Online Pakistani tourist/visit visa through the Pakistan Online Visa System before travel

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredU.S. ordinary passport

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

required unless using valid NICOP/POC as a U.S.-Pakistani dual national

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival

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

required

RequiredAt least 2 blank passport pages

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

required

RequiredApproved Pakistani eVisa / Visa Grant Notice before travel

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

required

RequiredPassport-style photograph

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

required

RequiredPassport bio-data page upload

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

required

RequiredConfirmed hotel booking or notarized invitation/host letter

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of U.S. residence such as state ID, driver's license, or utility bill

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

commonly requested by Pakistan missions in the United States

RequiredEmployment/school letter and recent bank statements

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

may be requested depending on jurisdiction or review

RequiredBirth certificate and notarized parental consent for children under 16

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

conditional

RecommendedReturn or onward ticket and accommodation details

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredProof of polio vaccination within the past year

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

conditional - may be required to leave Pakistan

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance with evacuation coverage

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

strongly recommended

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 sourcesEmbassy of Pakistan, Washington D.C. - Visa for Pakistan Consulate General of Pakistan, Los Angeles - Visa Services Consulate General of Pakistan, Houston - Visa Services

Application link included: Embassy of Pakistan, Washington D.C. - Visa for Pakistan

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Pakistan tourist/visit eVisa feeShown in portalVaries by nationality, visa category, duration and entry option; official Pakistan mission pages state visa fees are non-refundable

Third-party agency service feeNot requiredUse of an agency is optional; the official application route is the Pakistan Online Visa System

Different visa, extension or urgent-review costsVariesOnly if applying for another category, extending in Pakistan, or if the portal/mission requests a different process

Total estimatePortal fee shown at checkout — Portal fee shown at checkoutincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard tourist/visit eVisa

7-10 working days

Official Pakistan mission pages in the United States cite this as the normal standard processing time for a first-time tourist/visit visa.

Reviewed or delayed applications

Can take longer; allow around 20 business days

The Embassy warns certain cases take longer, and Fragomen reported around 20 business days under the standard eVisa process after VOA/VPA channels stopped.

Review-tab response

Within 7 days

If the portal places the case in review and requests more documents, official mission guidance says to respond within 7 days to avoid automatic cancellation.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Visa is required before travel

The U.S. Department of State says U.S. citizens must apply before travel, and Pakistan mission pages direct applications to the online visa system.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival/VPA should not be relied on

Fragomen reported in March 2026 that Pakistan stopped issuing visa-on-arrival and Visa Prior to Arrival permissions; no formal public announcement was found, so the conservative route is the standard eVisa before travel.

High

/03

Incomplete documents

Missing hotel booking or invitation evidence, photo, passport scan, state ID/proof of residence, funds or minor documents can put the case into review.

Medium

/04

Late application

Official 7-10 working day processing can be longer in certain cases, so last-minute applications risk delayed approval.

Medium

/05

Passport or exit-health issue

Passport validity under six months, fewer than two blank pages, or missing polio proof when requested on exit can disrupt travel.

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

2026-06-21

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-21

Reviewed by Codex

Re-verified US-to-Pakistan tourist-entry facts against Pakistan MOFA mission pages in Washington and Los Angeles, the Pakistan Consulate Houston, the U.S. State Department, and a 2026 Fragomen mobility update; added checked-date and Chinese localization, removed unsupported fixed-fee wording, clarified the NICOP/POC exception, passport rules, review-response timing, and cautious VOA/VPA suspension wording.

2026-05-30 · major

United States of America to Pakistan route verified

Earlier version treated US ordinary passport holders as requiring a Pakistan eVisa before travel and cited NADRA and U.S. State Department sources.

/09 — The questions