The Government of Pakistan has discontinued the manual processing of visa cases with immediate effort. Now All visa applicants are required to apply through the online Visa portal only https://visa.nadra.gov.pk

Beside the online requirements, the applicant must fulfill the following requirements as per their visa category:

Visit / Tourist Visa

  • Signed invitation Letter from host/ sponsor in Pakistan with Photocopy of host’s Pakistan ID, address & telephone number.
  • Employment verification letter or a letter of introduction from employer/educational institutions as the case may be.
  • If the purpose of the visit is trekking/ mountaineering, the applicant must provide an Invitation letter from a tour operator in Pakistan, a Registration letter of the tour operator, and the Trekking/Expedition permit issued by the Gilgit-Baltistan Council.
  • Last three month’s Bank Statement.
  • Proof of residence like State ID, Driver’s License, or one of the latest utility bills.
  • In case, a child is under 16, the Notarized Parents’ Consent form along with parent’s current ID and child’s birth Certificate. (Parent’s consent form must be notarized).

*  Consulate may also ask you for some additional documents.

Family Visit Visa

  • Family Visa (for Pakistani Americans and foreigners of Pakistani origin and their spouses & children):
  • Copy of latest Pakistani Passport/CNIC/NICOP (valid or expired) of the applicant.
  • If an applicant does not have a Pakistani ID/Pakistani Passport of their own, they may provide a photocopy of their birth certificate along with a photocopy of their Father’s or Mother’s Pak ID/Pak Passport (valid or expired).
  • If the applicant is married to a person of Pakistan Origin, copy of marriage certificate, and copy of Pakistani spouse’s Pakistani Passport/CNIC/NICOP (valid or expired)
  • Children to attach a copy of their birth certificate along with one of the parent’s Pakistani Passport/CNIC/NICOP (valid or expired).
  • Proof of residence like State ID, Driver’s License, or one of the latest utility bills.
  • In case, a child is under 16, the Notarized Parents’ Consent form along with parents current ID and child’s birth Certificate. (Parent’s consent form must be notarized)

*  Consulate may also ask you for some additional documents.

Business Visa

  • A duly signed original letter of invitation from the host company on its letterhead along with proof of its registration with the relevant Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Pakistan.
  • A duly signed original letter from the Employer in the US on the company’s letterhead with proof of registration of the company with the relevant US authorities and job description as well as details of the intended visit to Pakistan. If the applicant is the owner of a business, the company profile should be attached.
  • Three months latest bank statements.
  • Proof of residence like State ID, Driver’s License, or one of the latest utility bills.

*  Consulate may also ask you for some additional documents.

Pilgrim Tourism (Sikh Yatrees Visa)

  • Invitation /sponsor letter on the letterhead from “Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, Gurdwara Dera Sahib, Lahore Pakistan “for a pilgrimage visa.  Alternatively, an invitation/sponsor letter along with a copy of the National ID card of a person or body in Pakistan is also acceptable.
  • Confirmed Hotel Reservation in Pakistan.
  • Employment Verification Letter or Copy of updated Resume, if applicable.
  • Student Verification Letter, if applicable.
  • Latest three months bank statement for proof of funds.
  • Proof of residence like State ID, Driver’s License, or one of the latest utility bills.
  • Proof of valid resident immigration status if holding anything other than a US passport.
  • In case, a child is under 16, the Notarized Parents’ Consent form along with parents current ID and child’s birth certificate. (Parent’s consent form must be notarized).

*  Consulate may also ask you for some additional documents.

Afghan National

  • Original letter of invitation from a Pakistani citizen on Stamp Paper duly notarized or attested by a Gazetted Government Officer along with an attested copy of his/her CNIC/NICOP.
  • An additional reference letter from a Pakistani citizen with complete address, contact details, and Copy of CNIC.
  • Employment Verification Letter or Copy of updated Resume/Letter of Introduction, if applicable.
  • Student Verification Letter, if applicable.
  • Latest three months bank statement for proof of funds.
  • Proof of residence like State ID, Driver’s License, or one of the latest utility bills.
  • Proof of valid resident immigration status if holding other than US passport.
  • In case, a child is under 16, the Notarized Parents’ Consent form along with parents current ID and child’s birth certificate. (Parent’s consent form must be notarized).

Consulate may also ask you for some additional documents.

Application Type
You can apply for two types of visas online :

First Time (New): You can apply for a new visa if you do not possess a valid Pakistan visa.
Extension: You can apply for a visa extension if your valid visa is expiring soon and you want to extend your stay while you reside in Pakistan.

Processing Time
Issuance of Visa is the prerogative of the Government of Pakistan.
7-10 Days (Working Days – First Time Entry)