Pakistan

When traveling the world, Pakistani citizens must apply for a visa in person, eVisa, ETA, Visa on Arrival (VOA), or travel free to specific destinations.

Pakistani citizens can apply for an eVisa and ETA  for 56 countries. Both the eVisa and ETA can be applied online. 

VOA is available for 33 countries. For sticker/stamped visas, Pakistani citizens need to visit the respected countries’ embassy or consulate. There may be appointments available online before arriving at the embassy or consulate, depending on the specific country’s policy.

For Pakistani nationals, the simple entry requirement to travel to a country with or without a visa is to have a valid passport with at least six (6) months of validity from the entry date. 

As a member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), specific categories of dignitaries can travel under the Visa Exemption Scheme. 

With a passport ranking of 89 globally, Pakistani passport holders can visit nine (9) countries without a visa. 

The requirements for a visa vary from country to country. The best course of action is to check out the visa requirements for the specific country before the application procedure.

The eVisa is a digital visa that is issued online. You can apply for the visa online without visiting the destination country’s embassy or consulate. It can be stored on your smartphone or printed on paper and presented at the airport. 

ETA, or Electronic Travel Authorization, is a travel permit that allows you to travel to the destination country without applying for a visa prior to your visit. Upon arrival to the country, you can get your visa directly from the immigration authorities. 

ETA can also be applied online, just like an eVisa. It will also be delivered to your email. While you can travel with your eVisa anytime you want, an ETA has a specific timeframe. You must approach the destination country’s immigration within that time to secure your visa. 

If the timeframe is exceeded, your ETA won’t be valid anymore, and you will have to apply for a new one. 

Here is a list of countries that offer an eVisa and ETA for Pakistani citizens:

VoA or Visa on Arrival is a type of visa that allows travelers to apply for a visa after arriving at the destination country’s airport or border. 

As the immigration authorities hold the power to change the policy of VoA at times, it is best to check the recent change in policy of your destination country before traveling. 

The countries mentioned below allow Pakistani citizens to get a VoA:

As Pakistan’s passport ranks 88th worldwide, citizens can visit nine (9) countries visa-free.

Here is a list of countries Pakistani citizens can visit visa-free:

Pakistani citizens need to get a sticker visa before they can travel to 120 countries in the world. The visa application can be done both online and offline.

For some countries, the online visa application can be completed without visiting the office and sending your passport via post. This depends on the destination country’s visa application policy.

The offline application process requires you to be present in the embassy or consulate of the desired country to submit your documents, visa application form, and passport for the visa. 

Furthermore, the duration of the visa depends on the type of visa and the intention to visit. You must check the specific requirements for the visa you will apply for before you start the application process.

Here is the list of countries that require a visa from Pakistani citizens:

Pakistani citizens can enjoy visa-free transit while traveling through the following countries. Some countries may require a previous visa to the US, UK, Canada, or a Schengen visa to offer a visa-free transit facility.

The visa-free transit period differs for each country, so we recommend you check with the respective countries’ immigration before your transit.

Some general visa requirements are the same in every country. Pakistani citizens traveling abroad fulfill the requirements stated below:

• Valid Passport: A valid Pakistani passport with at least six (6) months of validity remaining from the date of entry to the destination country. 
• Visa Application Form: A completed visa application form that needs to be submitted either online or physically to the embassy or consulate of the destination country. The application form will require your personal information, travel details and documents, and your reason for visiting the country.
• Photograph: One or more passport-size photographs. These should be recently taken (within the last three months) and should have a white background, showing your face from all sides.
• Flight Tickets: Some countries may require you to submit your proof of travel. This includes your inbound and outbound flight tickets.
• Proof of Accommodation/Stay: You may need to show proof of your accommodation or the place you will stay (hotel, Airbnb, hostel, or friends and family) in some countries. This is required in some country’s visa application forms.

Pakistan is a member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). During the summit of 1988, it was decided that certain categories of dignitaries would get visa exemptions within the region.

These dignitaries are:

Travel restrictions are imposed on Pakistani nationals by the government due to their safety, diplomatic relations with the destination country, and security concerns. Here are the countries Pakistani citizens cannot visit at the moment:

You can visit 212 countries with your Pakistani passport. As the Pakistani passport is ranked 89 globally, you can visit 9 countries without a visa.

Pakistani citizens can visit nine (9) countries without a visa. These countries are:

1. Barbados
2. Dominica
3. Gambia
4. Haiti
5. Micronesia
6. Rwanda
7. St. Vincent and the Grenadines
8. Trinidad and Tobago
9. Vanuatu

The answer is no; Pakistani citizens cannot hold three passports. Pakistan has a dual nationality agreement with 21 countries. Both Pakistani citizens and foreigners from these countries can hold dual nationalities. When a third nationality/passport is obtained, you must renunciate one of the previous passports.

The best way to prove your Pakistani citizenship is by providing your Pakistani citizenship certificate.

The answer is yes, Pakistanis can have dual citizenship in 21 countries. These countries are in agreement with Pakistan to allow dual citizenship. The countries are:

1. Australia
2. Bahrain
3. Belgium
4. Canada
5. Denmark
6. Egypt
7. Finland
8. France
9. Germany
10. Iceland
11. Ireland
12. Italy
13. Jordan
14. Netherlands
15. New Zealand
16. Norway
17. Sweden
18. Switzerland
19. Syria
20. United Kingdom
21. United States of America