The rules provide for three categories of visas namely, single transit and multiple entry visas. For transit visa the applicant must fulfill the following requirements:
Onward journey of the applicant is reasonably assured, and
the applicant’s documents for the country of destination and countries enroute are in order.
Commercial Travelers and Businessmen making repeated journeys to Pakistan in connection with business can be granted multiple entry visa valid for up to six journeys within a period not exceeding one year.
Single or multiple journey visas granted to diplomats and officials of foreign governments accredited to Pakistan and other foreigners of similar stratus are issued with ‘Diplomatic’ or ‘Official’ visas, normally free of charge.
What documents will be required?
Passport valid for 6 months beyond the intended length of stay required by all.Application to: Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy or High Commission); see Contact Addresses section.
Application requirements:
(a) Original valid passport, plus one photocopy.
(b) One application form.
(c) Two passport-size photos(Not older than six months).
(d) Confirmed return/onward ticket.
(e) Proof of sufficient funds for duration of stay.
(f) Fee payable by cash or postal order only.
(g) For business trips, a letter of invitation from a company in Pakistan.Time required to issue a visa:
Depends on nationality (in UK, visas are normally granted within 24-48 hours). Enquire at the nearest Consulate or Embassy. Pilgrim visas require 2 months processing time.Find more information directly at:
Pakistan Embassy
Source & Copyright: The source of the above visa and immigration information and copyright owner’s is the:
– Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan – URL: www.mofa.gov.pk/mfa/pages/home.aspxCountry : Pakistan
