Pakistan e-Visa Guide 2026: How UK, European & US Tourists Apply Online

Pakistan's digital visa revolution has been one of the most impactful changes in Pakistani tourism in decades. What once required embassy appointments, postal applications, and 4–6 weeks of waiting is now a straightforward online process completed from your sofa. ## Which Countries Can Get Pakistan e-Visa? As of 2026, citizens of **175+ countries** are eligible for Pakistan's e-Visa, including: - United Kingdom ✅ - All EU member states ✅ - United States ✅ - Canada ✅ - Australia ✅ - New Zealand ✅ - Japan ✅ - South Korea ✅ - China ✅ (special arrangements via KKH) ## Types of Pakistan Visa for Tourists **Tourist e-Visa (Most Common)** - Single entry or multiple entry - 30 days, 90 days, or 1 year validity - Processing: 24–72 hours online - Cost: $25 USD (single entry, 30 days) to $75 USD (multiple entry, 1 year) **On-Arrival Visa (Selected Countries)** - Available at Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore airports - Citizens of select countries including UK, USA, EU can sometimes use this option - Costs PKR 2,000–8,000 ($7–30 USD) payable at the counter - We recommend getting e-Visa in advance rather than relying on this **Conference/Event Visa** - For those attending Pakistan Travel Mart, business conferences, etc. ## Step-by-Step e-Visa Application **Step 1:** Visit **visa.nadra.gov.pk** (Pakistan's official visa portal) **Step 2:** Create an account with your email address **Step 3:** Select "Tourist Visa" and your preferred duration (30/90 days or 1 year) **Step 4:** Fill in personal details exactly as they appear on your passport **Step 5:** Upload required documents: - Passport scan (valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates) - Recent passport-sized photograph (white background) - Confirmed return flight booking (or itinerary) - Hotel/accommodation confirmation for first night - Bank statement showing sufficient funds (typically £500+ or equivalent) - Travel insurance certificate **Step 6:** Pay the visa fee online (credit/debit card) **Step 7:** Wait 24–72 hours for approval email **Step 8:** Print your e-Visa and carry it with your passport ## Important Notes **Gilgit-Baltistan Permit:** Once in Pakistan, foreign nationals need a separate free permit to enter Gilgit-Baltistan (for K2, Hunza, Skardu, Chitral treks). This is obtained from the DTS office in Islamabad or Gilgit — Wonderland arranges this for all clients as part of our service. **AJK Permit:** Azad Kashmir (Neelum Valley) requires a separate No-Objection Certificate — Wonderland arranges this too. **Photography Permit:** Photography near military installations requires additional clearance — Wonderland handles all necessary permissions. **Passport validity:** Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure date from Pakistan. ## Common Reasons for Visa Rejection - Passport validity too short - Photo not meeting specifications (must be white background, front-facing) - Missing bank statement - Incomplete application form - Applying too close to travel date (apply at least 1 week in advance) ## Our Advice Apply for the **90-day multiple entry e-Visa** — it's only slightly more expensive and gives you complete flexibility. Many of our clients extend their Pakistan trip spontaneously once they arrive and fall in love with the country. *Wonderland Treks & Tours assists all international clients with the GB permit, AJK permit, and trekking permit processes as part of our standard service. Contact us at info@wonderland-tours.com — we make the paperwork effortless.*