South Asia · Updated October 2026

Pakistan visa from Pakistan

Expert inbound visa consultancy for traveling to Pakistan. Prepared by our visa consultants in Blue Area, Islamabad.

Faisal Mosque, Islamabad, Pakistan
How you applyOnline e-visa
Documents8 on the checklist
ProcessingVaries by embassy and season.
RegionSouth Asia
Our serviceFile preparation & guidance
First checkFree on WhatsApp

Pakistan visa from Pakistan: quick answer

Pakistani passport holders need a visa for Pakistan. You apply through an online e-visa, and processing time varies by embassy and season. The checklist has 8 documents, including valid passport color scan, recent digital photograph, hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter and copy of pakistani host cnic / passport. AL ARBAB TRAVEL AND TOURS prepares and organises your Pakistan visa file from Blue Area, Islamabad and guides you through the submission; start with a free WhatsApp check. Final decision rests with the embassy.

Visa File Preparation & Guidance

How we help with your Pakistan visa

We prepare and organise your Pakistan visa file and guide you through the embassy or visa centre submission, including biometrics or an interview where required. We do not guarantee approval. The embassy or consulate makes the final decision.

Pakistan visa services in Islamabad

Explore the breathtaking northern areas and rich cultural heritage of Pakistan. We guide you through the inbound tourist, business, and e-visa process thoroughly.

Pakistan visa cost & processing time

Processing timeVaries by embassy and season.
CostToday's price on WhatsApp

Embassy charges change with exchange rates and policy, so we don't publish them. Send us your travel dates and we confirm the current all-in cost for your case. No payment until you agree.

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What is specific to Pakistan

Most South Asia checklists share the basics. These items are particular to Pakistan:

  • Valid Passport Color Scan (Bio-data page, minimum 6-month validity)
  • Recent Digital Photograph (White background, size 35x45mm, matte finish)
  • Hotel Booking Confirmation or Invitation Letter (Sponsorship from host)
  • Copy of Pakistani Host CNIC / Passport (If visiting family or friends)
  • Copy of Parents' CNIC / Passport (For minors and applicants of Pakistani origin)
  • SECP Registration Certificate or Chamber of Commerce Letter (For Business Visa)

Required documents for Pakistan visa

Identity & family

  • Valid Passport Color Scan (Bio-data page, minimum 6-month validity)
  • Recent Digital Photograph (White background, size 35x45mm, matte finish)
  • Copy of Pakistani Host CNIC / Passport (If visiting family or friends)
  • Copy of Parents' CNIC / Passport (For minors and applicants of Pakistani origin)

Money & income

  • Hotel Booking Confirmation or Invitation Letter (Sponsorship from host)

Job or business

  • SECP Registration Certificate or Chamber of Commerce Letter (For Business Visa)

Trip & bookings

  • Evidence of legal residence in the country of application (For foreign applicants)
  • Proof of Return Travel & Day-by-day Itinerary

Requirements can change; we give you an updated checklist for your exact case. Get your personal checklist → · What each document means →

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How the Pakistan application works

Your file goes through consultation, documentation, appointment or online submission, and tracking. The full step-by-step process for South Asia visas is on the South Asia visa guide.

Before you apply for the Pakistan visa

Officers judge the same things on every file: purpose of the trip, enough funds, reasons to return and consistent documents. Read our short guides, then send your file for a free check.

Pakistan visa FAQs

What documents do I need for a Pakistan visa from Pakistan?

The main documents are: Valid Passport Color Scan (Bio-data page, minimum 6-month validity); Recent Digital Photograph (White background, size 35x45mm, matte finish); Hotel Booking Confirmation or Invitation Letter (Sponsorship from host); Copy of Pakistani Host CNIC / Passport (If visiting family or friends); Copy of Parents' CNIC / Passport (For minors and applicants of Pakistani origin); SECP Registration Certificate or Chamber of Commerce Letter (For Business Visa). The full checklist is on this page.

How much does a Pakistan visa cost from Pakistan?

Embassy charges change often, so we don't publish them. Message us on WhatsApp and we confirm the current all-in cost for your case before you pay anything.

How long does Pakistan visa processing take?

Varies by embassy and season. Processing can take longer in peak season.

Can AL ARBAB TRAVEL AND TOURS help with my Pakistan visa from Islamabad?

Yes. We prepare and organise your Pakistan visa file, book the appointment where needed and guide you through the embassy or visa centre submission. You attend biometrics or an interview in person where the embassy requires it. We can also arrange flight reservations, hotel bookings and travel insurance. We do not guarantee approval; the embassy or consulate makes the final decision.

Is the Pakistan visa open for Pakistani passport holders?

Yes. We prepare Pakistan visa files for Pakistani passport holders from our Islamabad office (online e-visa). Rules can change at short notice, so message us on WhatsApp to confirm the current position before you book anything.

Updated October 2026. Rules change; we confirm the latest requirements for your case. AL ARBAB TRAVEL AND TOURS is licensed by the Department of Tourist Services (DTS). We are not an embassy or government office, and no agency can guarantee a visa: the decision is made by the embassy. Disclaimer · Fees & refund policy · Compliance commitment

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