You need a B1/B2 Visitor Visa
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
None mandatory
Visa fee
USD 185
Non-immigrant Visa Application Processing Fee
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Destination at a glance
- Country
- United States
- Capital
- Washington
- Continent
- North America
- Currency
- Dollar (USD)
- Phone code
- +1
- Language
- English
- Exchange rate
- 1 USD = 278.2691 PKR
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Before you apply
Travel Essentials
Book flights, stays, and more for your trip to United States.
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a B1/B2 visitor visa for all tourism purposes
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a B1/B2 visitor visa for all tourism purposes
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Program or ESTA
- All applicants including children must schedule and attend a personal interview at the US Embassy or Consulate
- Apply well in advance of travel dates due to potential wait times for interview appointments
- Each family member including children must submit a separate DS-160 application form
- Ensure all civil documents are original and accompanied by English translations where necessary
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Complete the online DS-160 non-immigrant visa application form for each traveler
Step 2
Create an account on the official US visa appointment scheduling website
Step 3
Pay the non-refundable visa application processing fee
Step 4
Schedule an appointment for a visa interview at the US Embassy in Islamabad or the Consulate General in Karachi
Step 5
Attend the in-person interview with all required supporting documentation
Step 6
Collect the passport with the visa stamp if the application is approved
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Visa interview appointment confirmation
- Passport-sized photograph
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Nikkah Nama for spouse
- Birth certificates for children
- Employer NOC on company letterhead
- Recent bank statements
- FBR tax documentation
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity beyond the intended period of stay
- Confirmation page of the submitted DS-160 form
- Appointment confirmation page
- Recent passport-sized photograph meeting US visa specifications
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) original and photocopy
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA) to prove family relationships
- Nikkah Nama original with English translation for the accompanying spouse
- Birth certificates for all accompanying children with English translations
- Evidence of financial support such as 6 months of personal bank statements
- Employer NOC or letter confirming employment and leave approval
- FBR tax returns for the most recent year
- Proof of property ownership or business registration to demonstrate ties to Pakistan
Health Requirements
MedicalRoutine vaccinations including measles-mumps-rubella and polio are recommended for all travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all applicants regardless of age are generally required to appear for an interview at the embassy or consulate
While the visa category allows for multiple entries, the specific validity period is determined by the consular officer at the time of the interview
No, the visa application fee must be paid through the designated payment methods specified on the official appointment scheduling portal before the interview
HIGH advisory
Pakistan's passport services abroad are currently suspended due to a technical issue. This may affect the issuance or renewal of passports for citizens residing overseas.
HIGH advisory
Qatar has suspended its visa-on-arrival service for Pakistani nationals. This change is effective immediately and may impact spontaneous travel plans.
MEDIUM advisory
The US has ordered the departure of non-emergency personnel from its consulates in Pakistan. While non-immigrant travel is reportedly unaffected, this indicates a heightened security situation.
LOW advisory
Pakistan and Italy have signed an agreement to abolish visa requirements for holders of diplomatic passports. This facilitates official travel between the two countries.
LOW advisory
A guide has been published detailing European destinations accessible to Pakistani passport holders without a Schengen visa. This information can assist in planning visa-free travel within Europe.