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How to get a Pakistan visa from Ghana
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Ghanaian passport holders travelling to Pakistan.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Pakistan.
Business visa
Tourist visa
Application requirements
Documents Ghanaian applicants need to provide.
- A passport valid for at least 6 months after return date.
- A duly completed visa application form.
- One recent passport photograph taken in a white background.
- Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay
- Bank statement spanning 3 months prior to the period of application. The bank statement should show proof of available funds to cover travel expenses.
- Valid travel insurance.
- A detailed travel itinerary.
- Return and onward tickets.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Pakistan for tourism purposes.
- You can visit relatives and friends with this visa during your time in the country.
- If you will be staying with family or friend, an invitation letter from your host in Pakistan is required.
- The home address and telephone number of the host should be included in the letter, as well as a valid means of identification.
- You cannot study or work on a tourist visa.
- Children should have the original copy of their birth certificate.
- Receipt of your paid visa application fees should be presented during the visa application process.
- You are requested to exit the country once your visa expires.
Business visa
- This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Pakistan for business purposes.
- Travelers are free to attend business meetings and conferences while on this visa.
- Holders of this visa cannot get paid for any of the services they render while in the country.
- You cannot take up any course of learning or be enrolled in any of the schools in the country with this visa.
- Your current employer should give you a certificate confirming that he/she is aware of your business travel.
- This letter should be presented at the embassy or consulate while applying for your visa.
- You must not overstay on this visa.
- Overstaying is an offense and carries serious consequences.
- Pakistan business visa for Ghanaians is valid for up to 90 days.
Where to apply
Pakistan embassy & visa application centers in Ghana.
Accra
| Day | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 | 16:00 |
| Tue | 9:00 | 16:00 |
| Wed | 9:00 | 16:00 |
| Thu | 9:00 | 16:00 |
| Fri | 9:00 | 16:00 |
| Sat | — | — |
| Sun | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to go to Pakistan
There are reported cases of kidnappings, but this rarely involves tourists. Just be careful when you travel. Dress like the locals and, depending on the place, and avoid going out alone at night.
Do I need a visa to go to Pakistan
Yes. Ghana citizens traveling to Pakistan for any purpose must have a valid visa that is obtained from the embassy of Pakistan.
How long does it take to process a Pakistani visa
Normal processing time for the visa is 4-6 weeks, except for applicants of Pakistan origin and their spouses.
Is it safe for women to travel to Pakistan
Pakistan is very traditional and patriarchal, generally a bad place to be a woman. Many men (and women) are not yet accustomed to women going out and doing things by themselves.
Is English spoken in Pakistan
Though Pakistanis prefer to interact in Urdu, most residents can make simple conversations in English.