Pakistan tourist visa requirements
Official Pakistani government visa instructions list the following core documents for the tourist category:
| Document | What to prepare |
|---|---|
| Passport | A valid passport. Some Pakistani missions specify at least six months' validity, so check the current requirement shown for your application. |
| Photograph | A digital photograph meeting the Pakistan Online Visa System's current photograph specifications. |
| Invitation / accommodation | Official instructions describe an invitation letter from a individual sponsor (Pakistani national), hotel booking details or a tour operator designated by the Department of Tourist Services for an individual or group tourist. |
| Additional documents | The portal may request additional supporting documents depending on nationality, category and application review. |
Primary source: Government of Pakistan / Pakistan Online Visa System. Requirements should be checked in the live application before submission.
How to apply for a Pakistan tourist visa online
Check your eligibility
Start at the official Pakistan Online Visa System and select the tourist category applicable to your nationality and travel purpose.
Create an account
Register on the Pakistan Online Visa System using your personal and passport information.
Complete the application
Enter your details carefully, upload the required photograph and supporting documents, and select the correct visa category.
Pay the applicable government fee
Where a fee applies, payment is integrated into the online application process. The amount depends on the applicable visa fee and applicant circumstances.
Submit and monitor your application
Submit the completed application and monitor the portal for review requests, additional documents or the final Visa Grant Notice.
Pakistan tourist visa processing time
Government visa instructions state a standard processing time of 7–10 working days for tourist visas. This is not a guarantee: the clock can be affected when an application is incomplete, sent back for review, or requires additional documents or an interview.
Do not rely on a flight date alone. Apply early and wait for the official visa grant notice before making non-refundable travel arrangements.
Pakistan tourist visa validity and stay
Official instructions describe tourist visas as single or double entry for short-duration travel of less than three months on first entry, with extensions possible subject to approval. Eligibility for double entry can depend on the applicant's nationality.
Visa validity and permitted stay are not the same thing: always read the validity and stay details on the visa grant notice issued for your application.
Pakistan tourist visa fees
There is no single tourist-visa fee that applies to every traveller. Government fees can vary according to nationality and visa circumstances. Use the official Pakistan visa fee structure ↗ and the amount shown during your application as the authoritative figure.
Do you need a Pakistan Letter of Invitation?
Not every tourist application uses the same supporting document. Official instructions describe an invitation letter from a individual sponsor (Pakistani national), hotel booking details or a tour operator designated by the Department of Tourist Services for an individual or group tourist.
If your application requires an LOI from a licensed Pakistani tour operator, VisaTribe can help with the tourism invitation process.
Need a Pakistan tourist LOI?
VisaTribe is a DTS licensed tour operator based in Islamabad and issues Letters of Invitation for eligible Pakistan tourist visa applicants.
Tourist visa vs Tourist Visa on Arrival
Pakistan also operates a separate tourist Visa Prior to Arrival / visa-on-arrival route for eligible nationalities. It should not be confused with the standard tourist visa application. The official mobile guide states that the Visa Prior to Arrival process is available to citizens of 120 countries under eligible categories including tourism, with simplified requirements and no visa fee under that route.
Eligibility lists and route rules can change. Check the current official portal before relying on Visa Prior to Arrival eligibility.
Official Pakistan visa sources
The safest way to verify current requirements is to use the Government of Pakistan's own visa system.
Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. The live Government of Pakistan portal remains the final authority if its requirements differ from this guide.
Pakistan tourist visa — frequently asked questions
What is the official Pakistan tourist visa website?
The official online application system is visa.nadra.gov.pk. Be careful with unofficial websites that imitate the government portal.
How long does a Pakistan tourist visa take?
Government instructions state 7–10 working days for tourist visas, but applications can take longer if they are incomplete, returned for review or require additional documents.
Can a Pakistan tourist visa be extended?
Official instructions provide for tourist-visa extensions subject to approval. The permitted extension and conditions depend on the application and government decision.
Do I need an LOI for a Pakistan tourist visa?
It depends on the application route and circumstances. Official guidance lists an invitation letter from a individual sponsor (Pakistani national), hotel booking details or a tour operator designated by the Department of Tourist Services for an individual or group tourist.
Can I apply for a Pakistan visa online?
Yes. Pakistan's online visa system allows foreign nationals to create an account, complete an application, upload documents, pay applicable fees and submit online.