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Do Pakistani Citizens Need a Visa for the UK?

Checked October 19, 2026 · Pakistani ordinary passport · tourism and short visits

Short answer

Visa required

Yes, Pakistani citizens need a visa for the UK, applied for through an embassy, consulate or visa application centre before travel.

How to apply

Visa-exempt visitors (including Americans and Europeans) must get an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) online before travel.

Visa-required visitors apply for a Standard Visitor visa online and give fingerprints at a visa application centre; it allows stays of up to 6 months.

Official website: GOV.UK – Check if you need a UK visa

Before you travel

  • Make sure your Pakistani passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has blank pages.
  • Carry a return or onward ticket, your hotel booking and proof that you can pay for your stay; border officers can ask for them.
  • Check whether your airline needs to see your visa or authorization at check-in; many will refuse boarding without it.
  • Visas for work, study or long stays follow different rules from the tourist rules on this page.

Visa rules for the UK by passport

PakistanVisa required
IndiaVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
EgyptVisa required
United StateseTA

Easier destinations for Pakistani passport holders

Popular places you can visit visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA:

Maldives On arrival Sri Lanka eTA Qatar On arrival Kenya eTA Seychelles 90d Nepal On arrival Cambodia On arrival

Frequently asked questions

Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for the UK?

Visa required. Yes, Pakistani citizens need a visa for the UK, applied for through an embassy, consulate or visa application centre before travel.

How long can Pakistani citizens stay in the UK?

The length of stay is set by the visa you are granted; tourist visas commonly allow 30 to 90 days.

Where do Pakistani citizens apply for a United Kingdom visa?

Use the official website: GOV.UK – Check if you need a UK visa (www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa). Avoid unofficial sites that charge extra service fees.

How many countries can Pakistani passport holders visit without a visa?

Pakistani passport holders can visit 10 countries visa-free and 22 more with a visa on arrival or eTA.

Based on the Passport Index dataset with our verified corrections for recent rule changes, last reviewed October 19, 2026. Entry rules change often and depend on your passport, purpose of travel and onward tickets. Always confirm with the official website or embassy before you book.