United Kingdom Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with US Visa Held)
Last updated: 28 Aug 2026
You need a Standard Visitor visa
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
TB test
Visa fee
GBP 135
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 exists for Pakistani passport holders; a Standard Visitor visa is required for all tourism purposes regardless of holding a US visa
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a Standard Visitor visa is required for all tourism purposes regardless of holding a US visa
Application notes
- Holding a US visa does not grant visa-free entry, e-visa eligibility, or any alternative entry pathway to the United Kingdom for Pakistani passport holders
- All Pakistani passport holders must apply for a Standard Visitor visa via the official gov.uk/standard-visitor portal
- Applicants must attend a biometric appointment at a designated VFS Global centre in Pakistan to submit fingerprints and a photograph
- Processing times typically take three weeks from the date of the biometric appointment
- The UK government does not offer a visa-on-arrival or e-visa facility for Pakistani nationals
Application Process
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
Step 4
Attend the appointment to provide biometric information and submit physical documents
Step 5
Collect the passport from the VFS centre or opt for courier delivery once the decision is made
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Printed online application form from gov.uk/standard-visitor
- Appointment confirmation letter from VFS Global
- Evidence of financial support such as 6 months bank statements
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
- Proof of accommodation or intended address
- Valid Pakistani passport (minimum six months validity recommended)
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
Frequently asked questions
Does my US visa allow me to enter the UK without a visa?▾
No, holding a US visa does not provide visa-free access or any alternative entry pathway for Pakistani passport holders
Where do I submit my application documents?▾
You must submit your application online at gov.uk/standard-visitor and then provide your documents and biometrics at a VFS Global centre in Pakistan
What is the primary document required to prove my ties to Pakistan?▾
You should provide evidence such as FBR tax returns, property documents, or an employer NOC to demonstrate your intent to return to Pakistan