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United Kingdom Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with Saudi GCC ID Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
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You need a Standard Visitor visa
Eligibility can depend on your full travel profile and may change. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
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Plan for a sticker visa or embassy submission.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
TB test
Visa fee
GBP 135
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a Standard Visitor visa for all tourism purposes regardless of holding a GCC residence permit
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a Standard Visitor visa for all tourism purposes regardless of holding a GCC residence permit
Application notes
- Apply via the official channel: gov.uk/standard-visitor-visa
- With a Saudi residence permit (Iqama): a visa is still required — Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months): GBP 135
- Applications must be submitted online via the official UK government portal at gov.uk/standard-visitor
- Applicants are required to attend a biometric appointment at a designated VFS Global centre in Pakistan to provide fingerprints and a photograph
- Processing times typically take three weeks from the date of the biometric appointment
- All documents not in English or Welsh must be accompanied by a certified translation
- Evidence of financial support must demonstrate the ability to fund the entire trip without recourse to public funds
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Check eligibility and prepare required documents as listed on gov.uk/standard-visitor
- 2
Step 2
Complete the online application form on the official UK government website
- 3
Step 3
Pay the visa application fee online using a valid credit or debit card
- 4
Step 4
Book an appointment at a VFS Global visa application centre in Pakistan to provide biometric information
- 5
Step 5
Attend the appointment to submit your passport and supporting documents
- 6
Step 6
Wait for the decision notification from UK Visas and Immigration
- 7
Step 7
Collect your passport from the VFS Global centre once notified
Step 1
Check eligibility and prepare required documents as listed on gov.uk/standard-visitor
Step 2
Complete the online application form on the official UK government website
Step 3
Pay the visa application fee online using a valid credit or debit card
Step 4
Book an appointment at a VFS Global visa application centre in Pakistan to provide biometric information
Step 5
Attend the appointment to submit your passport and supporting documents
Step 6
Wait for the decision notification from UK Visas and Immigration
Step 7
Collect your passport from the VFS Global centre once notified
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with a minimum of six months validity
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- Property documents or utility bills as proof of strong ties to Pakistan
- Return or onward travel ticket reservation
- Proof of accommodation or intended address in the UK
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
Destination at a glance
Capital
London
Continent
Europe
Currency
Pound (GBP)
Phone code
+44
Language
English
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 373.0572 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
37,305.72
USD
135.26
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Frequently asked questions
Does a Saudi residence permit (Iqama) change the United Kingdom visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
A visa is still required — Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months): GBP 135
Does my Saudi Arabia GCC residence permit allow me to enter the UK without a visa?▾
No. A GCC residence permit does not provide visa-free access or e-visa eligibility for Pakistani passport holders traveling to the UK
Where can I find the official application portal?▾
The official application must be completed at gov.uk/standard-visitor
What is the standard processing time for a visitor visa?▾
Standard processing typically takes three weeks after your biometric appointment at the VFS centre