India visa requirements for Pakistani citizens in 2026
Last updated 17 Jul 2026
Checked 20 Jul 2026
Entry requirement
Visa required — apply before you travel
Purpose
Tourism
Conditions for entry — required on every route
These apply whether you enter visa-free, on a visa on arrival, or on an e-Visa. Airlines can deny boarding if they're not met.
Passport validity
6 months from date of application
Onward ticket
Required — airlines may ask to see it at check-in
How to enter
Pakistani passport holders travelling for tourism should use the route below to enter India.
1
Embassy Visa
For Pakistani citizens looking to travel to India, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest India embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.
ENTRY
Embassy Visa
PURPOSE
Tourist
Optional · paid service
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Further notes
- There are NO Tourist visas for Pakistanis.
- Due to high political tensions, there are extra requirements, a limited amount of purposes that entry can be granted and scrutiny Pakistani/Pakistani origin applicants go through while applying. The Visa process for Pakistani/Pakistan origin nationals is a 100 percent prior reference process and prior clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs of India is mandatory.
- Pakistani nationals with dual nationality must ONLY apply on their Pakistani passport.
- People of Pakistani origin, Spouses of Pakistanis or whose parents or grandparents have held a Pakistani passport in the past must submit a copy of a Pakistan Overseas Card (NICOP) or a Citizenship Renunciation Letter issued by the Ministry of Interior of Pakistan.
- Polio vaccine certificate is required.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for India from Pakistan?
Yes, a visa is required for Pakistani citizens.
Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for India in 2026?
Yes, a visa is required for Pakistani citizens. Options include: Embassy Visa.
Can Pakistani citizens travel to India?
Yes, Pakistani citizens can travel to India, but a visa is required.
What is the maximum length of stay in India with Embassy Visa for Pakistani citizens?
The maximum length of stay in India with Embassy Visa is not specified. Pakistani citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
What happens if a Pakistani citizen overstays their visa in India?
Overstaying a visa in India can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering India in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
About India
- Official
- Republic of India
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Currency
- Indian rupee
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +91
- Population
- 1,429,404,000
- Region
- Asia · Southern Asia
Reference links
Last checked 20 Jul 2026 ·
Entry rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.