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PakistanPakistan passport
United KingdomTourism
Visas heldgcc_ae

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

No

Health

Tuberculosis test may be required

Application Fee

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 = 371.2932 PKR

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PKR

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Visa Status & Eligibility

Visa required

No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visit types to the United Kingdom

Visa exemption

No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visit types to the United Kingdom

Application notes

  • Pakistani passport holders, including those with GCC residence permits, are not eligible for visa-free entry, e-visa, or visa-on-arrival pathways to the United Kingdom
  • Possession of a GCC residence permit does not grant any visa waiver or expedited processing for UK entry
  • All applicants must apply for a Standard Visitor visa via the official GOV.UK portal
  • Biometric information must be provided at a designated VFS Global visa application centre
  • Applications should be submitted at least three months before the intended date of travel
  • The UK government assesses applications based on individual circumstances regardless of residency status in other countries

Application Process

Mapping your visa journey…

  1. Step 1

    Complete the online application form on the official GOV.UK website

  2. Step 2

    Pay the visa application fee online using a credit or debit card

  3. Step 3

    Book an appointment at a VFS Global visa application centre to provide biometric information

  4. Step 4

    Attend the appointment to submit your passport and supporting documents

  5. Step 5

    Collect your passport from the VFS Global centre or opt for courier return once processing is complete

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Supporting documents

Health Requirements

Medical

No mandatory vaccinations required for entry

Tuberculosis test certificate may be required for applicants residing in Pakistan for more than six months

Frequently Asked Questions

You must submit your application online and attend an appointment at a VFS Global visa application centre in Pakistan

Standard processing time is typically three weeks from the date of your biometric appointment

No, holding a GCC residence permit does not provide any exemption or simplified pathway for UK visa applications

Travel Alerts This Week4
  • HIGH advisory

    Qatar has suspended visa-on-arrival services for Pakistani passport holders. Travelers must now secure a visa in advance through official channels before planning any travel to Qatar.

  • MEDIUM advisory

    The U.S. has ordered the departure of non-emergency personnel from its diplomatic missions in Pakistan, which may impact visa processing and consular services.

  • MEDIUM advisory

    Technical glitches have caused intermittent suspensions of passport and visa services at various Pakistani embassies and consulates abroad.

  • LOW advisory

    Pakistan and Italy have signed an agreement to abolish visa requirements specifically for holders of diplomatic passports.