Planning a Silk Road trip to Samarkand, Bukhara, or Tashkent? Pakistani passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan currently issued through the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Islamabad. EasyVisa.pk helps you prepare the file correctly the first time.
Before you plan your trip, here is what actually applies to ordinary Pakistani passport holders in 2026 including the two things most websites get wrong.
There is no 30-day visa-free entry for ordinary Pakistani passport holders, despite what several travel pages claim. The visa-free arrangements you may have read about apply to other nationalities the United States, Canada, the EU, and many others not to Pakistan.
Acting on the wrong information can cost you a trip: arriving in Tashkent expecting visa-free entry can mean being refused boarding in Pakistan or denied entry on arrival. One narrow exception Pakistani nationals holding a valid GCC residence permit may face different rules; confirm your case with the embassy.
Uzbekistan runs one of the world's broadest e-visa systems, and many nationalities apply entirely online. For Pakistani passport holders, however, the standard route is an in-person application at the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Islamabad. [VERIFY e-visa eligibility for Pakistani passports on e-visa.gov.uz and with the embassy.]
Visa on arrival is likewise not a reliable option for Pakistani citizens. Plan to obtain your visa in advance. If you have been searching for a way to apply online and coming up short this is why.
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For leisure travel along the Silk Road Samarkand's Registan, Bukhara, and Khiva. The visa most readers need.
Tourist visa servicesFor meetings, conferences, and commercial activity. Usually requires an invitation from a registered host in Uzbekistan.
Business visa overviewFor travelers passing through Uzbekistan en route elsewhere, commonly cited as up to 72 hours. [VERIFY]
Single entry allows one visit; multiple entry suits frequent or multi-leg travelers and usually costs more.
Multiple-entry visaRequirements vary by visa type and purpose, and the consulate may request more. Treat the embassy's own list as final. See also required documents.
Indicative only published figures vary across sources and must be confirmed with the embassy before you pay. [VERIFY ALL]
| Visa Type | Indicative Fee (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist (single entry) | ~$60–$80 [VERIFY] | Most common for Pakistani travelers |
| Tourist (longer validity) | ~$120–$160 [VERIFY] | 6-month / 1-year tiers reported |
| Multiple entry | ~$150–$250 [VERIFY] | Higher for longer validity |
| Transit | ~$40–$50 [VERIFY] | Short stay |
Estimate your total trip cost with our visa fee calculator. For Pakistani-side rules, see Pakistan's new visa policy.
Gather your documents and double-check the embassy's current requirements.
Complete the application form accurately mismatches cause delays.
Arrange your embassy submission on its specific days/hours. [VERIFY]
Submit in person you usually cannot send someone in your place. [VERIFY]
Pay the fee and collect your passport once the visa is issued.
Processing is commonly reported at around 10 working days, but can run longer during busy periods or if documents are incomplete or an interview is requested. [VERIFY]
Validity depends on the visa type granted single-entry tourist visas allow a short stay, while longer-validity and multiple-entry visas exist at higher fees. [VERIFY] Apply with a comfortable buffer, and don't book non-refundable flights or hotels until your visa is in hand.
Official references: pakistan.mfa.uz, mfa.uz
Missing bank statements, or mismatched names and dates across documents.
Bank balance below what the consulate expects.
No confirmed hotel booking or return ticket.
No invitation letter where one is required (especially business visas).
Mistakes or inconsistencies on the application form.
Doubts about intent to return after the visit.
The consulate is not obligated to explain a refusal, and fees are generally non-refundable so getting the file right the first time matters.
We don't promise approvals no honest service can, because the decision is the embassy's. What we do is cut the avoidable mistakes that cause delays and refusals. Explore our full range of visa services to get started.
We check your bank statement, photos, and forms against current embassy requirements before you submit.
Clear, current guidance on the in-person Islamabad submission, days, and what to bring.
Honest, accurate information and secure handling of your documents at every stage.
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