Pakistan Visa RequirementsFor Canada passport holders
Canadian ordinary passport holders should obtain an approved Pakistan eVisa before travel. Confirm the current fee and category in the official portal and follow the stay, validity and entry count on the approval.
Canada passport holders must apply for an electronic visa (eVisa) online before traveling to Pakistan.
Apply at visa.nadra.gov.pk and select the mission responsible for your residence. Provide passport and photo uploads plus accommodation, itinerary and supporting documents requested for the category. Canada advises a passport valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure from Pakistan.
The Montreal consulate publishes USD 60 for a single-entry visa with three-month validity, plus its CAD 50 consular surcharge. These are mission-published amounts, not a universal all-in tourist price; use the live portal calculation and your responsible mission’s instructions. Montreal publishes 7-10 working days for complete Canadian applications, and cases can take longer.
Obtain approval before travel and carry a copy. Follow the actual visa’s stay, validity and entries. Confirm any trekking or restricted-area permits separately with the competent authorities and a licensed operator.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
At embassy's discretion
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Entry Conditions
Approved visa and Canadian passport valid for at least six months after planned departure, plus supporting accommodation, itinerary and other requested documents. Separate permits may be required for restricted or trekking areas.
Required Documents
For Your Visa Application
Application supporting documents
Upload the passport, photograph and travel or host documents requested by the official portal for your selected category. Follow the responsible mission’s checklist.
Required at Entry
Passport and approved eVisa
Canadian passport valid for at least six months after planned departure from Pakistan, with the approved visa and its stay, validity and entry limits.
Current Travel Situation
Canada to Pakistan: What You Need to Know
Apply through Pakistan’s official online visa system for the category matching your trip. Visa validity and permitted duration of stay are different, so a three-month-valid visa should not be presented as a guaranteed three-month stay.
Canada currently advises a high degree of caution for Pakistan, with stronger regional warnings. Its advice includes avoiding all travel on the Karakoram Highway between Mansehra and Chilas. Check the current regional map and advice before choosing an itinerary.
Practical Tips
Check Canada’s destination and regional advice before booking and again before departure. Register your trip with the Registration of Canadians Abroad service. For mountain travel, verify permits, access restrictions, rescue arrangements and insurance with a licensed operator. Use Pakistani rupees for local spending and confirm payment options in remote areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Canadians get an eVisa for Pakistan?
Yes. Apply through Pakistan’s official online visa portal and obtain approval before travel. Check the live category and fee calculation plus your responsible mission’s instructions. The permitted stay is the one on the approval; do not assume a fixed 30-day allowance.
Is Pakistan safe to visit for Canadians?
Canada advises a high degree of caution nationally and stronger restrictions for several regions. Its current advice includes avoiding all travel on the Karakoram Highway between Mansehra and Chilas. Consult the regional advice for your exact itinerary; no broad description of the highway as safe is appropriate.
Do I need a special permit to trek in northern Pakistan?
Some trekking routes and restricted areas need separate permits or clearances. Confirm the requirements for the exact route with the competent Pakistani authorities and a licensed operator before travel. An ordinary tourist eVisa alone does not establish access to every mountain area.
What vaccinations do I need for Pakistan?
Consult a travel health professional before departure and check the health section of Canada’s Pakistan advisory. Requirements and recommendations depend on your itinerary, health, trip length and recent travel, including any polio-related departure documentation.