United Kingdom Family Visit Visa for Pakistani Passport (with Spouse)
Last updated: 30 Aug 2026
You need a Standard Visitor Visa
Always verify with official sources before you travel.
E‑visa not available for your profile
Plan for a sticker visa or embassy submission.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None
Visa fee
Destination at a glance
Capital
London
Continent
Europe
Currency
Pound (GBP)
Phone code
+44
Language
English
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 373.8616 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
37,386.16
USD
134.95
Best Months to Travel
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visits to the United Kingdom
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visits to the United Kingdom
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders traveling on a bare Pakistani passport must apply online via GOV.UK and attend a biometrics appointment at a designated Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in Pakistan
- Each traveler, including accompanying family members, must submit an individual online application and pay the required fee
- Supporting financial and civil documents must be translated into English or Welsh if they are in Urdu or any other language
- Applications should be submitted well in advance of intended travel dates, as standard processing typically takes up to 3 weeks from biometrics enrollment
Application Process
Step 1
Complete the online Standard Visitor visa application form on the GOV.UK portal
Step 2
Pay the visa application fee online in US Dollars or equivalent local currency conversion
Step 3
Book a biometric enrollment appointment at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Pakistan
Step 4
Upload supporting documents online or use the document scanning assistance service at the application centre
Step 5
Attend the VFS Global appointment in person to submit fingerprints and photograph
Step 6
Collect the passport or arrange courier delivery once the entry clearance decision is made
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least one blank page valid for the duration of stay
- Printed GOV.UK online application form and appointment confirmation
- CNIC Computerized National Identity Card original and photocopy
- FRC Family Registration Certificate issued by NADRA
- Nikkah Nama original with certified English translation if spouse is traveling
- Last 6 months personal bank statements showing sufficient maintenance funds
- FBR tax return or tax acknowledgment certificate for the latest tax year
- Employer letter or NOC on company letterhead confirming leave approval and salary details
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry to the United Kingdom for travelers coming directly from Pakistan
Frequently asked questions
Where do I submit my biometrics and application documents in Pakistan?▾
You must book an appointment at an official VFS Global Visa Application Centre located in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, or Mirpur
Can family members apply together as a group?▾
Each family member must complete a separate online application form, pay their own visa fee, and attend an individual appointment, though applications can be linked for joint travel
Are financial documents mandatory for a family visit application?▾
Yes, comprehensive financial evidence such as bank statements and tax returns is strictly required to prove self-sponsorship or sponsor support