Pakistan suspends Visa On Arrival (VOA) for nationalities on January 1 2026, making tourists revert to the older Evisa system.
Travelers are now required to use updated online application procedures, despite a more liberal visa policy introduced in mid-2024 for many nationalities, including Gulf residents. Although authorities initially moved toward simpler online visas, the VPA system (electronic pre-travel approval) has since been discontinued. As a result, most travelers must apply for a visa in advance through official channels, while Gulf nationals continue to receive visas on arrival.
What Do You Need To Apply For The Evisa?
As Pakistan suspends visa on arrival, below is what you will need to apply for a Pakistan visa
Valid Passport
- Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned entry into Pakistan.
- You’ll need a scanned copy of the passport’s bio page
Digital Photograph
- Recent passport-style photo with a plain white background.
- Acceptable formats include JPEG, JPG, PNG, etc.
Completed Online Application
- Fill out the online form accurately on the official portal.
- All required fields must be filled — leaving blank entries can lead to automatic rejection
Supporting Documents
- These depend on the type of visa: tourist, business, family visit, etc. For Tourists, you will need to provide a hotel booking or host address.
Valid Email Address
- You’ll receive visa notifications and final e-Visa as a PDF by email.
Payment Method
- A debit or credit card for online visa fee payment (government fee + any consular charges).
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