Asia Pacific
Pakistan immigration and visa guide
Pakistan offers modern E-Visas via the NADRA online portal, Work Visas (BOI approved), Business Visas, and the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP).
NADRA (National Database and Registration Authority) & Ministry of Interior
- Processing time
- 1 – 4 weeks
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Points-based system
- No
- Digital nomad friendly
- No
Visa options in Pakistan
Key requirements
- Submission through NADRA Pakistan Online Visa System (visa.nadra.gov.pk)
- For Work Visa: Board of Investment (BOI) recommendation letter and employment contract
- Company SECP incorporation certificate and tax NTN number
How to apply for a Pakistan visa: step by step
- 1
NADRA Portal Online Filing
Submit digital application on visa.nadra.gov.pk with company letters and passport scan.
1 - 2 weeks
- 2
Electronic Visa Grant (E-Visa)
Receive Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) via email to travel to Pakistan.
3 - 7 business days
Official government links
Frequently asked questions
What is the Pakistan Online Visa System by NADRA?
NADRA operates a 100% online e-Visa system allowing citizens of over 190 countries to apply for tourist, business, and work visas without visiting a physical embassy.
Find a licensed adviser
For advice on your own case, use a licensed immigration lawyer or adviser. Always check they are registered before you pay anyone. Imiatlas does not refer or review cases.
Look for a lawyer registered with the national bar association or law society in Pakistan. The official immigration website explains any rules on who may represent applicants.
NADRA (National Database and Registration Authority) & Ministry of InteriorGeneral information to help you research, not legal advice. Rules change often: always confirm with NADRA (National Database and Registration Authority) & Ministry of Interior on the official website before applying.