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United Kingdom Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with Schengen Visa Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
TB test may be required
Visa fee
GBP 135
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders, and holding a Schengen visa does not exempt them from requiring a Standard Visitor visa to enter the United Kingdom
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders, and holding a Schengen visa does not exempt them from requiring a Standard Visitor visa to enter the United Kingdom
Application notes
- Apply via the official channel: gov.uk/standard-visitor-visa
- With a valid Schengen visa: a visa is still required — Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months): GBP 135
- Pakistani passport holders must apply for a Standard Visitor Visa via gov.uk/standard-visitor regardless of holding a Schengen visa, as the UK is not part of the Schengen Area
- Applications must be completed online on the official GOV.UK portal before scheduling biometrics
- Biometric data and supporting documents must be submitted at a designated VFS Global visa application centre in Pakistan
- Applicants should submit applications at least three months prior to the intended travel date to accommodate standard UKVI processing times
- All supporting documents must be in English or accompanied by certified professional translations
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Review eligibility requirements and prepare documentation on the official GOV.UK website at gov.uk/standard-visitor
- 2
Step 2
Complete the online Standard Visitor visa application form
- 3
Step 3
Pay the applicable visa application fee online in British Pounds
- 4
Step 4
Book a biometric enrolment appointment at a VFS Global visa application centre in Pakistan
- 5
Step 5
Attend the VFS Global appointment to submit biometrics, passport, and supporting documents
- 6
Step 6
Await the visa decision issued by UK Visas and Immigration
Step 1
Review eligibility requirements and prepare documentation on the official GOV.UK website at gov.uk/standard-visitor
Step 2
Complete the online Standard Visitor visa application form
Step 3
Pay the applicable visa application fee online in British Pounds
Step 4
Book a biometric enrolment appointment at a VFS Global visa application centre in Pakistan
Step 5
Attend the VFS Global appointment to submit biometrics, passport, and supporting documents
Step 6
Await the visa decision issued by UK Visas and Immigration
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity beyond travel dates
- Last 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds for the stay
- Property documents or business registration ties in Pakistan
- Return or onward travel flight itinerary
- Proof of accommodation or intended address in the United Kingdom
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
134.9
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Frequently asked questions
Does a valid Schengen visa change the United Kingdom visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
A visa is still required — Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months): GBP 135
Where do I submit my visa application?▾
You must complete the application online via gov.uk/standard-visitor and then attend an appointment at a VFS Global centre in Pakistan
How long does it take to process a UK visitor visa?▾
Standard processing typically takes three weeks from the date of your biometrics appointment at the application centre