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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
None mandatory
Visa fee
USD 185
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Visa Status & Application
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a B1/B2 visitor visa is mandatory for all tourism and business travel to the United States
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a B1/B2 visitor visa is mandatory for all tourism and business travel to the United States
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders require a B1/B2 visa; held GCC residency does not grant visa-free entry or e-visa eligibility for the United States
- All applicants must apply for a visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate, typically in Islamabad or Karachi, regardless of residency in other countries
- Applicants must complete the DS-160 form online at ceac.state.gov/genniv and schedule an in-person interview
- A non-refundable MRV fee of USD 185 is required for all B1/B2 applications
- Processing times vary significantly based on appointment availability at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad or Consulate General in Karachi
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Complete the online DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application form at ceac.state.gov/genniv
Step 2
Pay the non-refundable MRV application fee of USD 185 as instructed on the official U.S. visa appointment portal at ustraveldocs.com
Step 3
Schedule an in-person interview appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad or the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi
Step 4
Attend the scheduled interview with your passport, DS-160 confirmation page, and all required supporting documentation
Step 5
Collect your passport with the visa stamp if the application is approved by the consular officer
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity beyond the intended stay
- DS-160 confirmation page with barcode
- MRV fee payment receipt
- Recent 2x2 inch passport-sized color photograph meeting U.S. visa requirements
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) original and photocopy
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA) not older than 6 months
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
- Latest FBR tax return or tax certificate
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity beyond the intended stay
- DS-160 confirmation page with barcode
- MRV fee payment receipt
- Recent 2x2 inch passport-sized color photograph meeting U.S. visa requirements
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) original and photocopy
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA) not older than 6 months
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
- Latest FBR tax return or tax certificate
Health & FAQ
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry into the United States
Frequently Asked Questions
No. GCC residence permits do not provide visa-free access or e-visa eligibility for the United States for Pakistani passport holders
You must submit your application and attend an in-person interview at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad or the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi
Visa validity is determined by the consular officer at the time of the interview and may vary based on individual circumstances and reciprocity agreements