Pakistani citizens need a tourist visa (L visa) for China. Learn about visa requirements, application process, and 240-hour transit options for Pakistan passport holders.
Yes, a tourist visa is required
Pakistan is not on the visa-free entry list. However, 240-hour visa-free transit may apply for layovers.
Pakistani citizens can transit through China for up to 240 hours (10 days) without a visa if they meet these requirements:
Gather passport, photos, application form, itinerary, bank statements, and invitation letter if needed.
Submit at Chinese Embassy in Islamabad or Consulate General in Karachi. Some cities have CVASC.
Pay visa fee and collect passport with visa after processing. Express service available for urgent cases.
Yes, Pakistani citizens must apply for a Chinese tourist visa (L visa) before traveling to China. Pakistan is not on the list of countries with visa-free entry to China. However, Pakistani passport holders may use the 240-hour visa-free transit if they meet the route and port requirements.
Yes, Pakistani citizens can transit through China for up to 240 hours (10 days) without a visa, provided they have a confirmed onward ticket to a third country (different from where they came from), enter through one of 24 eligible ports, and leave mainland China within the time limit.
Pakistani citizens need: 1) A valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages, 2) Completed visa application form, 3) Recent passport photo, 4) Proof of travel itinerary (flight bookings, hotel reservations), 5) Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends), 6) Bank statements showing sufficient funds.
Standard processing takes 4-5 business days. Express service (2-3 days) and rush service (1 day) are available for an additional fee. It is recommended to apply at least 2 weeks before your planned travel date.
The visa fee varies depending on the type of visa and processing time. As of 2026, single-entry tourist visa fees are approximately PKR 8,000-12,000 for standard processing. Check with the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad or the Consulate General in Karachi for current fees.
Pakistani citizens can apply at the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad or the Chinese Consulate General in Karachi. Some applicants may also use the China Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) if available in their city.
Use our calculator to see if you qualify for 240-hour visa-free transit.
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