You need a Standard Visitor visa
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
None mandatory
Visa fee
GBP 135
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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 = 374.5175 PKR
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37,451.75
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134.66
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Visa Status & Application
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders must obtain a Standard Visitor visa for all visit types regardless of other held foreign visas
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders must obtain a Standard Visitor visa for all visit types regardless of other held foreign visas
Application notes
- Travelers holding a valid UK visa do not receive visa-free entry or alternative pathways; they must still hold a valid visa for each entry as required by UK immigration rules
- Pakistani passport holders must apply for a Standard Visitor visa via the official gov.uk/standard-visitor portal regardless of other held foreign visas
- The UK does not offer Visa on Arrival or e-Visa facilities for Pakistani nationals
- Applications must be submitted online followed by a biometric appointment at a designated visa application centre
- Processing times typically take three weeks from the date of the biometric appointment
- Applicants must demonstrate sufficient funds and strong ties to Pakistan to ensure return
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Complete the online application form at gov.uk/standard-visitor
Step 2
Pay the visa application fee online using a valid credit or debit card
Step 3
Book an appointment at a VFS Global visa application centre in Pakistan to provide biometric information
Step 4
Attend the appointment to submit your passport and supporting documents
Step 5
Wait for the decision notification from UK Visas and Immigration
Step 6
Collect your passport from the visa application centre once processing is complete
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Printed online application form
- Appointment confirmation letter
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- FBR tax return or tax certificate
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Printed online application form
- Appointment confirmation letter
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- FBR tax return or tax certificate
Health & FAQ
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
Frequently Asked Questions
You must complete the application online at gov.uk/standard-visitor and then attend a biometric appointment at a VFS Global centre in Pakistan
Standard processing typically takes three weeks from the date you attend your biometric appointment
A valid UK visa allows you to travel to the UK, but you must ensure your visa is valid for the duration of your intended stay; you cannot enter on an expired visa