The e-visa is the Pakistani traveller’s best friend: apply online, get approval by email, skip the embassy. Dozens of countries — including the most popular destinations — offer e-visas to Pakistani passport holders. This is the list that matters most for real trips.
Quick answer: E-visa countries for Pakistan (key ones): Malaysia, Thailand, UAE, Qatar, Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Oman, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Kenya (eTA), Sri Lanka (eTA) — 40+ countries offer online application. Approval usually takes 3–10 working days.
In this guide
The Big Ones
- Malaysia: e-visa — the classic Pakistani holiday; straightforward online application
- Thailand: e-visa — Bangkok, Phuket; apply online before flying
- UAE: e-visa (usually via airline/hotel sponsor) — Dubai remains the top destination
- Türkiye: e-visa for eligible applicants — Istanbul’s pull is strong
- Qatar: e-visa/Hayya — Doha stopovers made easy
- Azerbaijan: e-visa (ASAN) — Baku’s rise as a destination
Fuller List by Region
Asia: Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bhutan, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Oman, Qatar, Singapore, Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, UAE, Vietnam. Africa: Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, DR Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Guinea, Liberia, Malawi, Mauritania, Namibia, Nigeria, São Tomé and Príncipe, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe. Europe: Albania, Moldova, Türkiye. Americas: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Bolivia, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Nicaragua, St Kitts and Nevis, Suriname. Policies change — confirm on the destination’s official e-visa portal.
How E-Visas Work
1) Apply on the country’s official e-visa portal (beware copycat sites charging fees). 2) Upload passport scan, photo, flight/hotel bookings. 3) Pay online. 4) Approval by email in 3–10 working days (express options exist). 5) Print it and fly. E-visas don’t count in the Henley ‘no prior visa’ score — but they’re often easier than visa on arrival, because you’re approved before departure. Never pay a social-media ‘agent’ for an e-visa you can get yourself.
E-Visa Scams to Avoid
The e-visa’s popularity breeds scams: copycat websites that charge 3–5× the official fee, social-media ‘agents’ selling approvals they can’t guarantee, and fake approval emails. Protect yourself: 1) use only the country’s official portal (check the embassy website), 2) never pay via unofficial links, 3) verify your approval on the official site before flying. A real e-visa never needs a middleman.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Malaysia e-visa for Pakistanis?
Yes — Malaysia offers an e-visa to Pakistani passport holders via its official online portal. It’s one of the most-used e-visas by Pakistani travellers.
How long does an e-visa take?
Typically 3–10 working days depending on the country; some offer express processing. Apply at least 2–3 weeks before travel.
