Pakistani visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. passport holders visiting Pakistan for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For U.S. citizens to enter Pakistan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Pakistan e-visa for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Pakistan visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Eligible | |
Pakistan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Pakistan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Pakistan.
If you are looking for Pakistan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Pakistan nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Pakistan in Washington, United States (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Portland: The Honorary Consulate of Pakistan in Portland, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 59 minutes)
- Los Angeles: The Consulate General of Pakistan in Los Angeles, United States (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Chicago: The Consulate General of Pakistan in Chicago, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 59 minutes)
- Houston: The Consulate General of Pakistan in Houston, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 59 minutes)
- New York: The Consulate General of Pakistan in New York, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 59 minutes)
- Boston: The Honorary Consulate General of Pakistan in Boston, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 59 minutes)
Pakistan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Pakistan diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Pakistan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 199,151 | N/A |
| 2009 | 203,344 | 2.11% |
| 2010 | 203,344 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 203,344 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 201,247 | -1.03% |
| 2013 | 205,440 | 2.08% |
| 2014 | 203,344 | -1.02% |
| 2015 | 205,440 | 1.03% |
| 2016 | 213,825 | 4.08% |
| 2017 | 199,151 | -6.86% |
| 2018 | 209,633 | 5.26% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Pakistan & United States comparison
Pakistan's area is approximately 770,880 km2 (297,638 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 11.87 times bigger than Pakistan.
As of October 2025, Pakistan's population is ~243.0 million people - 97,785,655 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Pakistan & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Pakistan | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 242,981,574 | 340,767,229 | 97.8 million fewer people live in Pakistan than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 117 | 273 | Pakistan has 156 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 134 | Pakistan passport holders visit 122 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 134 | 1147 | Pakistani hosts 1013 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Pakistan in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Pakistan in 2018 was approximately 209,633.
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