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UK Visit Visa from Pakistan
Pakistani passport holders need a Standard Visitor Visa before travelling to the UK. Check the current 2026 fee, evidence, application steps and new eVisa process.
Visa RequiredFor Pakistani nationals
From £135UK government fee
Usually 3 WeeksPublished standard
Visa Route
Standard Visitor Visa
Apply Earliest
3 months before travel
Maximum Stay
Usually up to 6 months
Government Fee
From £135 per applicant
Standard Decision
Usually within 3 weeks
Genuine Visitor Test
What UKVI Needs to Understand About Your Trip
A long checklist alone does not make a strong application. UKVI looks at whether your purpose, finances and personal circumstances form one credible temporary-visit story.
- You are travelling for a permitted visitor activity
- You intend to leave the UK at the end of the visit
- You can fund the trip and return journey without working
- Your wider circumstances support the information in your form
What Can You Do on a Standard Visitor Visa?
Tourism is one permitted purpose, but the same visitor route also covers several other short activities. Extra evidence can apply to study, medical treatment or paid engagements.
Family & Friends
A temporary visit to relatives or friends living in the UK.
Permitted Business
Meetings, conferences and certain business activities—not UK employment.
Short Study
An eligible course, placement or exam within the visitor rules.
Medical Treatment
Private treatment supported by the required provider and funding evidence.
Paid Engagement
A qualifying, pre-arranged engagement for an expert in their profession.
UK Visit Visa Requirements from Pakistan
There is no universal document pack. Submit evidence relevant to your circumstances and avoid material that does not help explain the visit.
Identity & Application
- Passport valid for your full UK stay
- Accurate online application details
- Certified translation for any document not in English or Welsh
Purpose & Travel Plan
- Proposed travel dates and accommodation
- A realistic itinerary for the stated purpose
- Host or event evidence when relevant
Finances & Funding
- Banking and income evidence that fits the trip cost
- Source of funds for any significant deposits
- Sponsor evidence and relationship proof, if someone else pays
Personal Circumstances
- Employment, business or study evidence
- Family and economic commitments in Pakistan
- Relevant travel and immigration history
No fixed bank balance: UKVI does not publish a minimum amount that guarantees approval. Funds should be credible for your income, sponsor, trip length and planned costs.
Read the official UK supporting-document guide before submitting your file.
UK Visit Visa Fees from Pakistan
Government application fees effective from 8 April 2026. Longer validity permits repeat visits; it does not normally extend one visit beyond 6 months.
| Visa validity | UK government fee | Maximum stay |
|---|---|---|
| 6 monthsStandard application | £135 | Up to 6 months |
| 2 yearsLong-term visitor | £506 | Up to 6 months per visit |
| 5 yearsLong-term visitor | £903 | Up to 6 months per visit |
| 10 yearsLong-term visitor | £1,128 | Up to 6 months per visit |
Every family member submits a separate application and pays separately.
Optional application-centre and faster-decision services cost extra when available.
Fees can change. Confirm the amount and apply on GOV.UK.
How to Apply for a UK Visit Visa from Pakistan
The form and payment are completed online. Biometrics are given in person, and UKVI—not EasyVisa or the application centre—makes the decision.
Confirm the Route
Check that your purpose is allowed under the Standard Visitor rules.
Apply on GOV.UK
Complete the official online form no earlier than 3 months before travel.
Pay the UKVI Fee
Pay online for each applicant and keep the confirmation details.
Prepare Evidence
Upload a focused file covering purpose, finances and personal circumstances.
Attend Biometrics
Visit the application centre selected during the official process.
Receive the Decision
UKVI normally emails the outcome and, if approved, provides digital-status guidance.
The published Standard Visitor service time is usually 3 weeks after you provide your identity and documents. Extra checks can take longer; do not book non-refundable travel before a decision.
Successful Pakistani Visitors Now Receive a UK eVisa
The digital-status process launched for Pakistani visitor applicants in February 2026. Eligibility and decision standards have not changed.
01
Apply Online
Use the official GOV.UK application and follow the account instructions shown for your case.
02
Attend Biometrics
You still attend a visa application centre for fingerprints and a photograph.
03
Use Digital Status
If approved, follow the email instructions to access your eVisa through your UKVI account.
You can generally retain your passport after biometrics. Follow the instructions issued for your own application.
Read the official UK eVisa announcement for Pakistani visitors.
Common UK Visit Visa Mistakes to Avoid
A clear, proportionate application is more useful than a large bundle of unrelated documents.
Unexplained bank deposits
Large recent credits without a credible source can weaken the financial story.
Trip cost does not fit income
Dates, accommodation and spending should be realistic for the applicant or sponsor.
Generic purpose of visit
A vague cover letter or itinerary makes it harder to understand the reason for travel.
Contradictory information
Employment, income, family and travel details should match across the form and evidence.
Weak sponsor evidence
A sponsor should show the relationship, ability to pay and reason for support.
Missing translations
Documents not in English or Welsh need a complete, independently verifiable translation.
EasyVisa reviews consistency—not outcomes. UKVI assesses every application independently.
Independent application support
Prepare a More Coherent UK Visitor File
EasyVisa helps organise your travel purpose, financial evidence, sponsor documents and application answers before you submit through the official UK process.
- Profile and purpose assessment
- Personalised evidence checklist
- Form and document consistency review
- Biometrics and eVisa next-step guidance
Important: EasyVisa is not part of the UK government and does not issue visas. Apply and pay through GOV.UK. The final decision rests solely with UKVI.
UK Visit Visa FAQs for Pakistan
Straight answers based on current official visitor guidance.
Ready to Prepare Your UK Visit Visa File?
Start with a profile review, focused checklist and clear guidance on the evidence your circumstances require.
Information reviewed 14 September 2026 · Government fees and rules may change.