United Kingdom Embassy and Consulates in Pakistan
United Kingdom High Commission in Islamabad, Pakistan
United Kingdom High Commission in Karachi, Pakistan
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of United Kingdom may close on the following Pakistani and British holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Burns Night | Sunday, January 25 | 2 days, 12 hours |
| Tu B'Shevat (Arbor Day) | Monday, February 02 | 1 week, 3 days |
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 3 weeks, 1 day |
| Carnival / Shrove Tuesday | Tuesday, February 17 | 3 weeks, 4 days |
| Ramadan Start | Wednesday, February 18 | 3 weeks, 5 days |
| St. David's Day | Sunday, March 01 | 1 month |
| Purim | Tuesday, March 03 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) | Sunday, March 15 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| St Patrick's Day | Tuesday, March 17 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
1. How many British Embassies/Consulates are there in Pakistan?
United Kingdom currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in Pakistan including Islamabad and Karachi.
2 - Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for United Kingdom?
Pakistani citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into United Kingdom. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of United Kingdom in Pakistan for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of British embassies in Pakistan?
The British representative offices in Pakistan will be closed in observance of the following Pakistani and British holidays in 2026/2024:
- Burns Night (GB) Sun, Jan 25, 2026 (2 days, 14 hours)
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Time in United Kingdom vs Pakistan
London, United Kingdom time is 5:00 hours behind Islamabad, Pakistan