Pakistan Visa Application Guide -- Australia 2026
Apply for a Pakistan visa at the High Commission in Canberra or Consulates in Sydney and Melbourne. Visit, business, family, work, student, and transit visas available for Australia residents.
Visa Types and Fees
| Type | Duration | Fee (AUD) | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist / Visit | 30-90 days | AUD 50-100 | 5-10 days |
| Business | 30-90 days | AUD 80-150 | 5-10 days |
| Family Visit | 30-90 days | AUD 50-100 | 5-10 days |
| Work | 1-2 years | Higher | 2-4 weeks |
| Student | Course duration | AUD 50-100 | 2-4 weeks |
| Transit | 72 hours | Lower | 3-5 days |
General Requirements
- Valid passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages)
- Completed visa application form
- Two passport-size photographs
- Proof of residence in Australia
- Travel itinerary and return booking
- Hotel booking or invitation letter from Pakistan host
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Fee payment in AUD
Pakistan E-Visa
Pakistan offers online e-Visa for Australian citizens and residents at visa.nadra.gov.pk. Processing: 7-10 business days. Australian passport holders are eligible for e-Visa to Pakistan. Check eligibility before applying in person.
How to Apply
- Download application form from the High Commission website
- Gather required documents
- Visit during consular hours (Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
- Submit application and pay fee in AUD
- Collect passport with visa when notified
Frequently Asked Questions
Pakistan visa fees in Australia range from AUD 50 for a tourist/visit visa to AUD 150 for a business visa. Fees vary by visa type and duration. Contact the High Commission at +61-2-62901676 for exact current fees.
Yes. Australian citizens are eligible for Pakistan e-Visa via visa.nadra.gov.pk. Processing takes 7-10 business days. This is often faster and more convenient than applying in person at the High Commission.
Tourist and business visas typically take 5-10 business days. Work and student visas take 2-4 weeks. Processing times may vary during peak periods. Contact the High Commission for current timelines.
You can apply at the Pakistan High Commission in Canberra (4 Timbarra Crescent, O'Malley ACT 2606), the Consulate General in Sydney (32 Martin Place), or the Consulate General in Melbourne (132 Burnley Street, Richmond). Alternatively, apply online via the e-Visa portal.
Australian passport holders need a visa to visit Pakistan. Pakistani passport holders with dual Australian citizenship do not need a visa to enter Pakistan -- they enter on their Pakistan passport. Foreign nationals residing in Australia should check eligibility for the Pakistan e-Visa or apply at the High Commission.
High Commission Info
- Location: Canberra
- Phone: +61-2-62901676
- Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-1:00 PM