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How to get a Pakistan visa from Nigeria

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Nigerian passport holders travelling to Pakistan.

Visa types & fees

2 visa options for travelling to Pakistan.

Business visa

Processing time4 - 6 weeks
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$68

Tourist visa

Processing time4 - 6 weeks
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$68

Application requirements

Documents Nigerian applicants need to provide.

  • A Nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” in dimension) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • A Tourist Visa allows the citizens of Nigeria to visit Pakistan for tourism purposes.
  • Citizens of certain countries can get visa on arrival to enter Pakistan; Nigeria is not among these countries.
  • 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.
  • In a nutshell, this is what you need to process your Pakistani tourist visa:
    1. A valid passport.
    2. Passport-style photos, taken in international visa standards.
    3. Hotel confirmation.
    4. Proof of entry/exit arrangements (flight tickets).
    5. Copy of host's ID card or hotel booking.
    6. Properly completed Pakistan visa application form.
    7. Money order.
  • Visas can be extended in Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad, but many say the visa office in Lahore is the easiest place to get an extension.
  • Applicants are advised to prepare for the risks they will face in Pakistan.
  • Pakistan does not require proof of any vaccinations to enter the country. However, if you have spent more than four weeks in the country, you must have proof of having received the polio vaccine or a booster within the past year.

Business visa

  • This visa is issued to Nigerians traveling to Pakistan for business purposes.
  • Travelers are free to attend business meetings and conferences while on this visa.
  • To be issued this visa, you will need an invitation letter from a company in Pakistan or a recommendation from the Chamber of Commerce of your own country.
  • 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 Nigerians is valid for up to 90 days.
  • The visa cost for a Pakistani visa for Nigerians is $68.
  • The Embassies/High Commissions for Pakistan deal with visa matters on all the working days of the week (Monday to Friday).
  • Please fill in the visa Application Form in CAPITAL LETTERS only (four copies). No column must be left blank.
  • Two copies of the form will be returned to the applicant with visa.
  • One each should be handed over to Pakistan Immigration Officer on arrival and Police Registration Office.
  • The applicant should be in possession of US $45 or equivalent in Foreign Exchange at the time of entry.
  • The visitors may enter Pakistan by air, train or road, but the point of exit and mode of travel for their return journey will remain the same.
  • Persons entering by air may exit from different airport with prior permission.
  • The visitors must report for police registration within 24 hours of entry in Pakistan and prior to departure/arrival at each subsequent place of visit in Pakistan.

Where to apply

Pakistan embassy & visa application centers in Nigeria.

Abuja

AddressPlot No. 358, Zone AO, Opposite European Union/Oando Filling Station, Central Area - Abuja
Phone(+234) 9 461 0744
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Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to go to Pakistan?

There are reported cases of kidnappings, but this rarely involve tourists. Just be careful when you travel. Dress like the locals and, depending on the place, avoid going out alone at night.

Do I need a visa to go to Pakistan?

Yes. Nigeria 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 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.

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Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Pakistan visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.