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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
TB test for long stays
Visa fee
GBP 115
Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months)
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Destination at a glance
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Capital
- London
- Continent
- Europe
- Currency
- Pound (GBP)
- Phone code
- +44
- Language
- English
- Exchange rate
- 1 GBP = 367.8516 PKR
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Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders must obtain a Standard Visitor visa prior to travel to the United Kingdom
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders must obtain a Standard Visitor visa prior to travel to the United Kingdom
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders must apply for a Standard Visitor visa regardless of the duration of stay
- Applications must be submitted online via the official GOV.UK website before attending a biometric appointment
- Processing times can take up to 3 weeks; apply at least 4 to 6 weeks before your intended travel date
- All applicants must provide biometric information at a designated visa application centre
- There is no visa-on-arrival or e-visa facility for Pakistani passport holders traveling to the UK
- Ensure all documents are in English or accompanied by a certified translation
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Check your eligibility and prepare all required supporting documentation
Step 2
Complete the online application form on the official GOV.UK 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 biometrics
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 visa application centre once processed
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Evidence of financial support and income
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
- FBR tax return (latest year)
- Proof of property or business ties to Pakistan
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least one blank page
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds for the trip
- Proof of accommodation such as hotel bookings or invitation from a host
- Detailed travel itinerary for the duration of the stay
- FBR tax returns for the latest year
- Property documents or business registration as proof of ties to Pakistan
- Employer NOC on company letterhead confirming leave approval
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
- Tuberculosis (TB) test certificate is required for Pakistani residents staying longer than 6 months
- Recommended to have comprehensive travel insurance covering medical expenses
Frequently Asked Questions
You must complete the application online and then submit your biometrics at a VFS Global centre in Pakistan
Standard processing typically takes up to 3 weeks from the date of your biometric appointment
No, holding a visa from another country does not grant visa-free access to the UK for Pakistani passport holders
LOW advisory
Pakistani visitors to the United Kingdom can now utilize eVisas, streamlining the application process for entry.
HIGH advisory
Qatar has suspended its visa-on-arrival service for Pakistani travelers, following similar tightening of visa rules by Saudi Arabia and the UAE. This change impacts spontaneous travel plans to these GCC nations.
HIGH advisory
The United States has frozen immigrant visa processing for Pakistani nationals starting January 21, 2026, though non-immigrant travel remains unaffected.
HIGH advisory
The US has ordered the departure of non-emergency personnel from its consulates in Pakistan, indicating potential security concerns.
MEDIUM advisory
Pakistan's embassy in Oman has resumed passport services after a temporary suspension due to a technical glitch, which also affected passport services abroad.
LOW advisory
Several countries are updating visa policies, including e-visa options and visa-free travel for Pakistani passport holders. Some European destinations offer visa-free entry, while others like Saudi Arabia and UAE have updated requirements. Turkmenistan is also introducing e-visa breakthroughs.
LOW advisory
Turkmenistan is advancing its e-visa system, with Ashgabat Airport opening routes via major hubs, potentially impacting travel for Pakistani citizens and others in the region.
LOW advisory
Pakistan and Italy have signed an agreement to abolish visa requirements for diplomatic passport holders, facilitating official travel between the two countries.
LOW advisory
Oman is noted as the only country in the Middle East to experience growth in tourist arrivals amid regional crises, partly due to humanitarian efforts.
LOW advisory
Germany has removed transit visa requirements for travelers transiting through its airports, which may benefit Pakistani and Indian passengers.
LOW advisory
Qatar Airways is restoring its Doha-Philadelphia flights starting August 1, 2026, expanding its North American network.