Pakistan eVisa
Most visitors for tourism, family visits, business or Sikh pilgrimage.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The Pakistan eVisa is an online visa required for most visitors, removing the need to visit an embassy in person. It covers tourism and family visits, business activities such as meetings and conferences, and Sikh pilgrimages.
It does not permit paid employment, missionary work or journalism, which need a specific category visa.
Who needs it
- Needed by most visitors; no exemptions or visa-free groups are listed.
- Business travellers from countries on the Business Visa List may qualify for an ETA, often processed within 24 hours; most business applicants need an invitation letter from the inviting Pakistani company via the Pakistan E-Business Invitation Letter System.
- Requirements may vary by nationality.
- Minors need their own eVisa; parents can apply for them.
2Requirements
- PassportValid for at least 6 months.
- PhotoA recent photograph.
- Travel plansFlight details and planned activities.
- Invitation or hotelA letter of invitation from a host, or a confirmed hotel booking.
- Business invitationMost business applicants need an invitation letter from the inviting Pakistani company.
Important to know
- The main rejection reasons are incomplete documents and security concerns; small errors can lead to rejection.
- Restricted areas (for example Azad Kashmir) need a No Objection Certificate from the Ministry of Interior, obtained after arrival.
- The NOC can take 4 to 6 weeks, is often denied to solo tourists and usually must go through a registered tour operator.
- Visa on arrival is suspended, so the eVisa must be obtained before travel.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application on the official portal (Not named).
- Receive your resultAn ETA is emailed; print it and carry it.
4Timing and speed
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal (Not named (NADRA portal for extensions)) at no service charge.
6After approval
- An ETA is emailed; print it and carry it.
- Immigration officers at the port of entry place the visa or entry stamp in the passport.
- Extensions are requested through the NADRA online portal while inside Pakistan.
?Questions about Pakistan eVisa
What is the difference between the eVisa and visa on arrival?
The eVisa is approved before travel; visa on arrival is suspended.
What activities are permitted?
Sightseeing, visiting family, business meetings and conferences, and Sikh pilgrimages.
How do I receive it?
By email as an ETA; print it and carry it.
How long can I stay?
Up to 30 days, possibly up to 60, at the officer's discretion; extensions go through NADRA.
Which entry points are allowed?
Listed air, sea and land ports including railway stations.
Do children need one?
Yes, minors need their own eVisa; parents can apply for them.
How long does processing take?
Typically 6 to 12 business days, possibly longer; apply 2 to 3 weeks ahead.
Why might it be denied?
Usually incomplete documents or security concerns.
Can I visit restricted areas?
Only with a No Objection Certificate from the Ministry of Interior, which is not part of the standard eVisa.
eVisa vs Visa on Arrival?
VoA is suspended; apply for the eVisa before travel.
How long does the Pakistan eVisa take?
Processing: as fast as 6 days. Official processing: government takes about 6-12 business days. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using Pakistan eVisa help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal (Not named (NADRA portal for extensions)) at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
