Visa
1) Tourist Visa
- ( http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/electronic-travel-authorization-eta/ ) are eligible to apply for this Visa.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/tourist-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Invitation Letter from the sponsor or hotel booking details in case of individual tourist.
- Invitation Letter in case of group by the Tour Operator designated by the department of tourist services.
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Duration and Validity
- -Applicant (Single/ multiple) for short duration less than 3 months (First Time entry).
- Duration up to and greater than 6 months (Extension).
- Citizens from these countries ( https://visa.nadra.gov.pk/electronic-travel-authorizationi-eta/ ) may be eligible for a Double Entry Tourist Visa.
- A Tourist Visa can be extended to up to 6 Months or more, subject to approval.
- Processing Time . 7-10 Working Days
2) Tourist Visa (On Arrival) . Details are as under:-
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Eligibility
- To avail the Tourist Visa On Arrival, you must be a citizen of countries listed here ( http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/tourist-friendly-countriestfc/ ).
- Foreign nationals of Indian origin are also eligible to apply under this category for religious tourism purposes.
- Tour Operators approved by the Pakistan Directorate of Tourist Services (DTS) may be allowed to bring Tourist - roups under this category.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/visa-on-arrival-tourist/
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Required Documents
- Photograph.
- Passport.
- Invitation Letter from the sponsor or hotel booking details in case of individual tourist.
- Invitation Letter in case of group by the Tour Operator designated by the department of tourist services.
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Duration and Validity
- Tourist Visa On Arrival is valid for up to 3 months.
- Nationals of Bahrain, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and UAE may be granted a 30-day, multiple-entry visa upon arrival.
- Processing Time . Please submit your intent to travel at least 48-72 hours before your planned trip to Pakistan to receive an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).
3) Family Visit Visa . Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . Foreign citizen of Pakistan Origin and their spouses.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/family-visit-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
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POC or likewise
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- Marriage Certificate.
- Birth Certificate.
- CNIC/ NICOP.
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Duration and Validity
- First Time . Visa valid upto 3 months.
- Extension . Visa valid upto 5 years with upto 1 year stay on each entry.
- Processing Time . 7-10 Working Days .
4) Business Visa . Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . Citizen of countries listed here ( http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/business-visa-list-bvl/ ) are eligible to apply for this Visa.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/business-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Proof of registration of company which is extending invitation (SECP/ Chamber of Commerce Certificate recommendation).
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Any of the following:-
- Original recommendation letter from CC&I of respective foreign country.
- Original Invitation letter from business organization duly recommended by concerned trade organization in Pakistan.
- Original Recommendation letter by the honorary investment counselor of BOI/ Commercial Attaché.
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Duration and Validity
- A Business Visa may be granted for upto 5 years .
- A Business Visa is valid for Multiple Entries in to Pakistan.
- Processing Time . 4-6 Weeks .
5) Business Visa On Arrival . Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . To avail the Business Visa On Arrival, you must be a citizen of the countries listed here ( http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/business-visa-list-bvl/ ).
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/visa-on-arrival-business/
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Required Documents
- Photograph.
- Passport.
- Proof of registration of company which is extending invitation (SECP/ Chamber of Commerce Certificate).
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Any of the following:-
- Recommendation letter from CC&I of respective foreign country.
- Invitation letter from business organization duly recommended by concerned trade organization in Pakistan.
- Recommendation letter by the honorary investment counselor of BOI/ Commercial Attaché.
- Duration and Validity . A Business Visa On Arrival is granted for 30 days.
- Processing Time . Interested businessmen are encouraged to apply for the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) at least 8-10 days prior to their intended date of travel.
6) Student Visa. Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . Citizen of countries listed here ( http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/electronic-travel-authorization-eta/ ) are eligible to apply for this Visa.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/student-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Admission/ Bonafide letter.
- NOC from HEC/ Economic Affairs Division/ IPC/ Health Ministry/ Education Ministry.
- For Entry Visa: NOC from the concerned Government.
- For Extension: NOC from concerned embassy in Pakistan of student’s country.
- Sponsorship/ Bank Statement (in case of accompanying family).
- Duration and Validity . A Study Visa is granted for 2 years .
- Processing Time . 4-6 weeks.
7) Work Visa . Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . Citizen of foreign countries who have a valid job offer and meet the requirements are eligible to apply for this Visa.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/work-visa /
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Contact Details of the Sponsor.
- Recommendation Letter from BOI.
- Employment agreement between company and applicant.
- Undertaking on company letter head, in case of CPEC/ Government approved project. Letter from concerned Pakistani department/ ministry.
- CV of applicant.
- Covering letter on company’s letter head.
- Company profile.
- SECP registration letter of company.
- FBR NTN certificate of the company.
- Previous Recommendation by BOI/ MOI (if applicable).
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Duration and Validity
- A Work Visa is granted for 1 year .
- A Work Visa is valid for Multiple Entries in to Pakistan.
- A Work Visa is extendable on yearly basis subject to approval .
- Processing Time . 4-6 weeks .
8) Domestic Aide Visa. Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . Foreign domestic workers are eligible to apply for this visa under the sponsorship of their employer.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/domestic-aide/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Contact Details of the Employer.
- Copy of agreement duly attested by respective Embassy.
- NOC by the respective Embassy.
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Duration and Validity
- A Domestic Aide Visa may be granted for 1 year .
- A Domestic Aide Visa is extendable by 1 year plus double entry .
- Processing Time . 4-6 weeks .
9) Official Visa. Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . Foreign Officials of all countries who are assigned to perform official duties in Pakistan are eligible to apply for this visa.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/official-visa/
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Required Documents
- Photograph.
- Passport.
- Letter of Recommendation (By Economic Affairs Division/ MoFA/ Respective Ministry or Department) .
- Duration and Validity . An Official Visa is valid for the entire tenure of the Official Assignment .
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Processing Time
- 7 working days (First time entry).
- 4-6 weeks (Visa Extension).
10) Diplomatic Visa . Foreign Diplomats can apply for a visa for the entire tenure of their diplomatic assignment. Details are as under:-
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Eligibility
- All diplomatic staff of foreign countries are eligible to apply for this visa.
- Diplomatic Visas will be granted against authorized slots only.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/diplomatic-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Note Verbal by the sending State/ Organization.
- Letter of Recommendation (by MoFA).
- Duration and Validity . An Official Visa is valid for the entire tenure of the Diplomatic Assignment.
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Processing Time
- 7 working days (First time entry).
- 4-6 weeks (Visa Extension).
11) Tabligh Visa . Muslim citizens of foreign countries who wish to participate in Tabligh activities can apply for this visa. Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . Muslim citizens of all countries are eligible to apply for this visa.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/tabligh-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Invitation letter by the authorized Tableeghi Centre.
- Duration and Validity . A Tabligh Visa can be granted for 45 days .
- Processing Time . 4-6 weeks .
12) Missionary Visa . Christians Missionaries can apply for this visa to carry out missionary work in Pakistan. Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . Christian citizens of all countries are eligible to apply for this visa.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/missionary-work-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Invitation letter of the Registered Missionary organization.
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Duration and Validity
- This visa is valid for 1 year .
- This visa is extendable for 1 year .
- Processing Time . 4-6 weeks .
13) Others/ Miscellaneous Visa. Foreign citizens who wish to participate in sports, conferences, seminars and various cultural events taking place in Pakistan can apply for this visa. Details are as under:-
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Eligibility
- All Countries.
- Applicant must apply 6 weeks in advance of the event he/ she intends to attend.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/other-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Invitation letter from host organization (In case of accompanying family, there should be a provision to provide invitation letter specifically extended for the family and should carry their entire details).
- Duration and Validity . The duration and validity of the visa is subjected to the duration of the event.
- Processing Time . 4-6 weeks
14) Journalist Visa . Journalists can apply for this visa which is valid for Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi under the following two categories:-
- Pakistan Based . Journalists of Pakistan based and accredited media houses.
- Non-Pakistan Based . Journalists must not be on the negative list.
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Eligibility
- All Journalists are eligible to apply subject to approval.
- Consultation Feedback is required from Press Attachés and Link Offices of the respective media houses.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/journalist-visa/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Letter from Media Agency/ Organization
- Recommendation from Ministry of Information and Broadcasting/ Press Attaché/ Pak Mission Abroad.
- Duration and Validity . Visa valid for 3 months subject to approval .
- Processing Time . 4-6 weeks .
15) NGO/ INGO Visa. Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . All NGO/ INGO officials, staff and their family members are eligible to apply for this visa.
- URL . http://visa.nadra.gov.pk/visa-to-ngo-personnel/
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Invitation letter by NGO/ INGO.
- Proof of Registration of the NGO/ INGO.
- Duration and Validity . All NGO/ INGO visa is valid for 3 months subject to approval .
- Processing Time . 4-6 Weeks .
16) UN/ IO Visa. Officials/ persons deputed to work for or on behalf of the UN and International Organization (IO) in Pakistan can apply. Details are as under:-
- Eligibility . All UN/ IO officials, staff and their family members are eligible to apply for this visa.
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Required Documents
- Dully filled-in visa form.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Passport.
- Copy of Resident Permit/ National ID Card.
- Invitation letter (note verbal) issued by the relevant UN Agency/ International Organization in Pakistan.
- Dispatch letter (note verbal) issued by the relevant UN Agency/ International Organization in Pakistan.
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Duration and Validity
- UN/IO Assignment Visa (already existing/ newly created post) - 1 year multiple entry for Chinese nationals and 6 months multiple entry for third country national.
- UN/IO Short Term Assignment Visa (Consultants/ Experts/ INGOs Registered in Pakistan) - 1 year multiple entry for UNLP holders and 6 months multiple entry for national passport holders.
- UN/IO Volunteers Visa – 6 months single entry.
- Official- UN/IO Visit Visa (Meetings, Training, Conferences and Workshops) – 30 days (or 90 days with reasons) single entry for UNLP holders and 30 days single entry for national passport holders.
- Processing Time . 2-6 Weeks .
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