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Pakistan passport holders: Single entry for India. Fee: USD 35–50 (~USD 35–50). Processing: 6-26 weeks (often denied without explanation). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
MOST RESTRICTED bilateral visa globally. Pakistan-India relations strained. Tourist visa for Pakistanis virtually impossible since 2019; only Visit visa (family), Religious Pilgrimage, Diplomatic, Journalist (rare). All visas city-specific with police reporting MANDATORY. Apply at Indian High Commission Islamabad. Fee: ~USD 35-50.
Visa types: Visit Visa (family — sticker, embassy only, city-restricted to 3-5 cities); Pilgrim Visa (religious sites only — Sikh Kartarpur corridor separate); Diplomatic; Official; Journalist (highly restricted); Transit (rare for Pakistanis); SAARC visa. NO Tourist visa for Pakistan. NO eVisa for Pakistan.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 3-12 months from issue (city-restricted). Max Stay: 30-90 days per city listed.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Up to USD 500 fine + jail up to 5 years; future visas restricted
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Visa application form (Pakistan-specific format); Two photos (35x45mm); Detailed sponsor information in India (relative CNIC equivalent); Invitation letter (verified through Indian authorities); Hotel/relative address proof; Return ticket; Bank statement; CNIC; Employment letter; Detailed travel itinerary with city restrictions; Police verification of both PK applicant and Indian sponsor MANDATORY. Reporting to nearest Indian police station within 24hr of arrival in EACH city listed.
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MOST RESTRICTED bilateral visa globally. Pakistan-India relations strained. Tourist visa for Pakistanis virtually impossible since 2019; only Visit visa (family), Religious Pilgrimage, Diplomatic, Journalist (rare). All visas city-specific with police reporting MANDATORY. Apply at Indian High Commission Islamabad. Fee: ~USD 35-50.
Common rejection reasons
Common PK rejections (~80%+ rate): (1) MOST RESTRICTIVE bilateral globally — current Pakistan-India political tensions; (2) Tourist purpose not accepted from Pakistan; (3) Sponsor verification (police checks in India) often fails or delayed indefinitely; (4) National security review by IB/RAW for many applicants; (5) Solo male Pakistani applicants almost never approved; (6) Past family/marriage ties scrutinized; (7) Cross-border travel history (Iran/Afghan) flagged; (8) Most applications pending indefinitely without decision.
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