You need a B1/B2 Visitor Visa
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
None
Visa fee
USD 185
Destination at a glance
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Currency
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Language
English
Exchange rate
1 USD = 277.7838 PKR
Currency converter
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27,778.38
USD
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Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a B1/B2 visitor visa is mandatory for all tourism purposes
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a B1/B2 visitor visa is mandatory for all tourism purposes
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for entry; holding a Saudi Arabia GCC residence permit does not grant visa-free access or an e-visa pathway to the United States
- All applicants must attend a mandatory in-person interview at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad or the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi
- The MRV application fee is USD 185; ensure payment is made through the official U.S. visa information service for Pakistan
- Applicants must demonstrate strong social, economic, and family ties to Pakistan to overcome the presumption of immigrant intent under Section 214(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act
- Processing times vary significantly based on appointment availability and administrative processing requirements
- The U.S. Department of State does not currently collect a separate Visa Integrity fee as of early 2026
Application Process
Step 1
Complete the online DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application form at ceac.state.gov/genniv
Step 2
Create an account on the official U.S. visa appointment portal for Pakistan at ceac.state.gov/genniv
Step 3
Pay the non-refundable MRV application fee through the designated payment channels provided in the portal
Step 4
Schedule an appointment for the biometrics collection at a designated offsite location
Step 5
Attend the in-person visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad or U.S. Consulate General in Karachi
Step 6
Collect the passport with the visa stamp if the application is approved
Step 7
Schedule your interview and pay the MRV fee via ustraveldocs.com/pk
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Appointment confirmation page
- One 2x2 inch (5x5 cm) color photograph taken within the last 6 months
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Evidence of financial support such as bank statements or salary slips
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
Supporting documents
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Appointment confirmation page
- One 2x2 inch (5x5 cm) color photograph taken within the last 6 months
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Evidence of financial support such as bank statements or salary slips
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalRoutine vaccinations such as measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) and polio are recommended for all international travelers