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2026 Update

Visa Types & Categories

ویزا کی اقسام اور زمرے

As of 2026, the Pakistani passport has gained slightly more mobility. Browse all visa categories — from visit and study to work, PR and religious travel.

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Visa Types

Categories by Ease of Entry

Pakistani passport holders can categorize their visa options by how easy it is to obtain entry. Here are the four main entry types:

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Visa-Free

11+ Countries

Qatar (30 days), Dominica, Barbados, Haiti, Trinidad & Tobago, Rwanda

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Visa on Arrival

18+ Countries

Maldives, Nepal, Cambodia, Burundi, Madagascar, Sierra Leone

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eTA / eVisa

Rapid Online

Kenya, Sri Lanka, Seychelles (eTA), Turkey, Malaysia, Azerbaijan (e-Visa)

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Sticker/Standard

Embassy Required

USA, UK, Schengen Area (Europe), Canada, Australia

Type	Access Level	Key Destinations
✈️Visa-Free	11+ Countries	Qatar (30 days), Dominica, Barbados, Haiti, Trinidad & Tobago, Rwanda
🛬Visa on Arrival	18+ Countries	Maldives, Nepal, Cambodia, Burundi, Madagascar, Sierra Leone
💻eTA / eVisa	Rapid Online	Kenya, Sri Lanka, Seychelles (eTA), Turkey, Malaysia, Azerbaijan (e-Visa)
🏛️Sticker/Standard	Embassy Required	USA, UK, Schengen Area (Europe), Canada, Australia

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Specialized Visa Types

These are the specific visa types most popular in the Pakistani market. Find verified consultants for each category.

Visit & Tourism

Short-Term

وزٹ اور سیاحت

For visiting family, tourism, and short trips abroad.

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Family Visit

High

High demand for those visiting relatives in the UK, UAE, or Canada.

UK UAE Canada+1

Business Visit

Medium

For attending conferences or trade meetings — common for Turkey and China.

Turkey China Germany+1

Religious Tourism

High

Specifically for Umrah/Hajj (Saudi Arabia) and Ziaart (Iraq/Iran).

Saudi Arabia Iraq Iran

Tourist Visa

Medium

General tourism visa for exploring new countries.

France Italy Spain+1

Study Visas

Long-Term🔥 Popular

تعلیمی ویزا

For students pursuing education abroad — bachelor's, master's or PhD.

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UK Student Route

Very High

Remains a top choice for Pakistani students.

UK Scotland

Schengen Study

High

Popular for Germany (zero tuition fees) and Italy.

Germany Italy France+1

USA F-1 Visa

High

Requires intensive interview coaching — perfect for your consultants.

USA

Australia/Canada Student

Very High

Often linked to future immigration points and PR pathways.

Australia Canada

Work & Skilled Migration

Employment🔥 Popular

ورک اور ہنرمند ہجرت

For professionals seeking employment or skilled migration opportunities.

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Gulf Work Permits

Very High

High demand for UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman — most popular for Pakistanis.

UAE Saudi Arabia Qatar+2

Canada Express Entry

Very High

Skilled Worker (Canada Express Entry), Australia (Subclass 189/190), and UK HealthCare Visa.

Canada Australia UK

Digital Nomad Visas

Growing

Newer categories for countries like Portugal, Spain, and Malaysia.

Portugal Spain Malaysia

UK Skilled Worker

High

For professionals with a job offer from a UK employer.

PR & Permanent Residency

Immigration🔥 Popular

مستقل رہائش

Pathways to permanent residency and citizenship.

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Canada PR

Very High

Express Entry, PNP and Family Class sponsorship routes.

Canada

Australia PR

High

Skilled Independent (189) and Employer Nominated (186) visas.

Australia

UK Settlement

High

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 years on skilled visa.

New Zealand Residency

Medium

Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa.

New Zealand

Family & Spouse Visas

Reunion

خاندانی ویزا

Reunite with family members living abroad.

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Spouse/Partner Visa

High

For married couples — UK Spouse Visa, Canada Spousal Sponsorship.

UK Canada Australia

Family Reunification

High

Schengen family reunion visas and USA Family-Based Green Card.

Germany France USA

Child/Dependent Visa

Medium

For bringing children or dependents to join parents abroad.

UK Canada Australia+1

Business & Investor Visas

Commercial

کاروباری ویزا

For entrepreneurs, investors and business professionals.

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UAE Golden Visa

High

5-10 year residency for investors and talented professionals.

UAE

UK Innovator Founder

Medium

For innovative business ideas endorsed by approved bodies.

Canada Start-Up Visa

Medium

PR pathway for entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas.

Canada

Portugal Golden Visa

Growing

Investment-based residency with pathway to citizenship.

Portugal

Religious & Umrah Visas

Pilgrimage

مذہبی اور عمرہ ویزا

For Umrah, Hajj and other religious travel.

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Umrah Visa

Very High

Saudi Arabia Umrah visa — year-round pilgrimages now available.

Saudi Arabia

Hajj Visa

Seasonal

Annual pilgrimage — requires registration through official channels.

Saudi Arabia

Ziaarat Visa

Medium

Religious tourism to holy sites in Iraq and Iran.

Iraq Iran

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