Chapter 01
How do visit visas for Pakistanis compare in 2026?
The table compares all 18 destinations for Pakistani passport holders, using the same verified data as each country page, so the numbers never disagree.
| Country | Route | Official fee | Processing | Stay | Interview | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (auto-built at build time) |
Want every fee in one place, with PKR conversions? See visit visa fees for Pakistanis.
Chapter 02
Which countries give Pakistanis an e-visa?
Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Azerbaijan and Sri Lanka issue online visas to Pakistani passport holders. Türkiye and Saudi Arabia do too, but only if you already hold certain visas or residence permits.
- Thailand: Thai e-Visa has been the only route for applicants in Pakistan since 1 January 2025. → Thailand visa for Pakistanis
- Malaysia: Malaysia eVISA. → Malaysia visa for Pakistanis
- Azerbaijan: ASAN e-Visa. → Baku visa for Pakistanis
- Sri Lanka: online ETA, free for Pakistanis for 30 days since 25 May 2026. → Sri Lanka visa for Pakistanis
- Indonesia / Bali: the C1 tourist e-visa on evisa.imigrasi.go.id; there is no visa on arrival for Pakistanis. → Indonesia visa for Pakistanis
- Saudi Arabia (conditional): the online tourist eVisa only if you hold a used US, UK or Schengen visa or live in a GCC country. → Saudi visit visa for Pakistanis
- Türkiye (conditional): e-Visa only with a supporting visa or residence permit. → Turkey visa for Pakistanis
An online visa does not mean automatic approval. The authority still checks your documents, and FIA still checks your paperwork at the Pakistani airport.
Chapter 03
Which countries need an embassy or visa-centre application?
The UK, USA, Canada, Schengen countries, Australia, China, Japan, Hong Kong and Uzbekistan need a full application file, and most also need biometrics at a visa centre in Islamabad, Lahore or Karachi.
- UK: online form on GOV.UK, biometrics at VFS Global. → UK visit visa
- USA: DS-160 form and an interview at the US Embassy Islamabad or Consulate Karachi. → USA visit visa
- Canada: online with IRCC, biometrics at VFS Global. → Canada visit visa
- Schengen: through the visa centre of the country of main stay. → Schengen visa
- Australia, China, Japan, Hong Kong: see each page for the exact route. → Australia · China · Japan · Hong Kong
- Uzbekistan: we could not confirm that Pakistan is on the e-visa list, so plan for the Uzbek Embassy in Islamabad unless the portal accepts your nationality. → Uzbekistan visa for Pakistanis
For these countries the strength of your file decides the outcome: steady income, a bank history that matches it, real ties to Pakistan, and a clear reason for the trip. Our bank statement guide explains what officers look for.
Chapter 04
Which countries need a sponsor or agent?
Dubai/UAE and Singapore do not take applications directly from Pakistani travellers in the normal way.
- Dubai / UAE: the visa is arranged through a UAE sponsor (airline, hotel, registered travel agent or relative). Since August 2026, UAE visit visas for Pakistanis have been issued again through registered agents (news report). → Dubai visa for Pakistanis
- Singapore: filed through a Singapore authorised visa agent or a local contact. → Singapore visa for Pakistanis
- Indonesia and Saudi Arabia have routes that depend on your passport and visa history; see Indonesia and Saudi Arabia.
Chapter 05
Which visit visa is easiest for Pakistanis?
E-visa countries are usually the most straightforward for Pakistanis because they follow published online requirements rather than an interview, but "easy" never means guaranteed. Our full ranking, with reasons, is in the easiest visas for Pakistanis.
A practical path many first-time travellers follow is to start with a nearby e-visa trip, travel and return on time, then apply for harder visas with that travel history behind them. Each trip you complete honestly makes the next file stronger.
Chapter 06
Living in the UAE or Saudi Arabia?
Pakistanis with UAE or Saudi residence often have extra options, such as applying from their country of residence or qualifying for routes open to GCC residents. Read the guide for Pakistanis in the UAE and Saudi Arabia before applying from Pakistan.
Chapter 07
Before you fly: the airport check
Every visit-visa traveller leaving Pakistan can be questioned by FIA immigration. The FIA FAQ lists a return ticket, a confirmed hotel booking, sufficient funds and a sound profile among the conditions. Our offloading checklist turns that into a document list you can tick off.
Chapter 08
Frequently asked questions
Which countries give Pakistanis an e-visa?
Thailand, Malaysia, Azerbaijan, Sri Lanka (ETA) and Uzbekistan issue online visas to Pakistani passport holders, and Türkiye does too if you hold a valid US, UK, Schengen or Irish visa or residence permit.
Do any countries give Pakistanis visa on arrival?
Very few, and none of our 18 countries offers a reliable visa on arrival to ordinary Pakistani passports, so arrange your visa before you fly. Social media posts claiming otherwise are often outdated or apply only to other passports.
Which visa is easiest for Pakistanis to get?
E-visa countries such as Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Thailand and Malaysia are usually the most straightforward, because they follow published online requirements rather than an embassy interview, but the decision still rests with the authority.
What is the difference between an e-visa and an embassy visa?
An e-visa is applied for and issued online, while an embassy visa needs a file submitted at a visa centre or embassy, biometrics, and sometimes an interview. Embassy visas take longer and depend more on the strength of your file.
Does a UK, US or Schengen visa help with other countries?
Yes. A valid US, UK or Schengen visa opens Türkiye's e-visa and Saudi Arabia's online tourist visa to Pakistanis, and a strong travel history helps every other application.
Can Pakistanis living in the UAE or Saudi Arabia apply differently?
Often yes. Residents may apply from their country of residence and some destinations treat GCC residents differently, so check our residents guide before applying from Pakistan.
Chapter 09
How Visit Visa Specialists helps
Not sure which country fits your profile and budget? Book a consultation (Quote on WhatsApp) and we will tell you honestly which visa you are likely to qualify for, what it will cost in official fees, and which documents you need. Or start free with the eligibility checker.
Every fact, checkedSources+
- Thailand official e-Visa portal (thaievisa.go.th, checked 13 October 2026)
- Malaysia Immigration eVISA portal (malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my, checked 13 October 2026)
- Azerbaijan ASAN e-Visa portal (evisa.gov.az, checked 13 October 2026)
- Sri Lanka: free 30-day tourist ETA for Pakistan and 39 other countries from 25 May 2026 (immigration.gov.lk, checked 13 October 2026)
- Türkiye e-Visa portal (conditional e-Visa) (evisa.gov.tr, checked 13 October 2026)
- UK Standard Visitor visa application (gov.uk, checked 13 October 2026)
- FIA FAQ: visit-visa departure conditions (fia.gov.pk, checked 13 October 2026)
We are an independent private agency, not affiliated with any government. Visa decisions are made solely by the relevant authority.
