This guide covers every UK visa price in Pakistan for 2026, in rupees at the Home Office rate. The 6-month visit visa costs ₨53,070, the Student visa ₨219,354, the Skilled Worker visa ₨321,955 and the spouse visa ₨811,374, with priority processing an extra ₨196,554. One number matters as much as any fee: Pakistan's visitor grant rate is 57% — among the lowest in the world, second only to Bangladesh.
UK Visas from Pakistan
UK Visa Price in Pakistan 2026: Visit Visa Fee in Rupees & Ratio
UK Visa Price List in Pakistan 2026
UK visa fees in Pakistan are paid in rupees at the Home Office rate of about ₨393 per £1 (August 2026). The 6-month visit visa costs ₨53,070, the Student visa ₨219,354, the Skilled Worker visa ₨321,955 (up to 3 years) and the spouse visa ₨811,374. Priority processing adds ₨196,554. Before paying, weigh the grant rates: 91% on family routes, but only 57% on visit visas.
Every fee is set in pounds by the Home Office and converted at its own quarterly exchange rate — the market rate is irrelevant. You pay online during the application, then give biometrics at a VFS Global centre in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi or Mirpur. Because the exchange rate resets quarterly, confirm the current rupee figure on the official fee calculator before paying.
Pakistan is the fifth-largest source of UK visitor applications in the world, with 148,810 lodged in the year ending June 2026 — and 65,175 refusals. Outcomes vary sharply by route: family applications succeed 91% of the time, students 82%, workers 77%, visitors just 57%. The sections below give the exact price for each route, then what those grant rates mean for your application.
UK Visit Visa Fee from Pakistan 2026
The Standard Visitor visa covers tourism, family visits, business trips and short courses, for stays of up to 180 days per visit. Long-term visitor visas cost more upfront but allow unlimited trips over two, five or ten years. The current rupee prices:
UK visit visa fees from Pakistan in rupees (2026)
| Visa Duration | Fee (PKR) |
|---|---|
| 6 months (Standard) | ₨53,070 |
| 2 years (Long-term) | ₨198,912 |
| 5 years (Long-term) | ₨354,976 |
| 10 years (Long-term) | ₨443,425 |
Source: Home Office fee calculator, August 2026 exchange rate
London, Scotland and England visa price in Pakistan
There is no separate London, Scotland or England visa. One UK visit visa covers the whole country — England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — so the "London visa price in Pakistan" is the same ₨53,070. If your trip includes Edinburgh, Manchester or Belfast, nothing changes: one application, one fee, every UK nation.
UK visa fee for 2 years, 5 years and 10 years in Pakistan
Long-term visit visas allow multiple entries across their validity, with each stay capped at 180 days. The 2-year visa at ₨198,912 is the most popular option for applicants with UK family; the 5-year (₨354,976) and 10-year (₨443,425) visas cost less per year but more upfront. Approval is assessed to the same standard whatever the duration — the 57% grant rate applies to all of them.
UK embassy fee in Pakistan — what searchers actually mean
Searches for the "UK embassy fee in Pakistan" almost always mean the visa fee itself. The British High Commission in Islamabad takes no visa payments and holds no visa appointments: you pay online on GOV.UK when you submit the form, and only biometrics happen in person at VFS Global. Anyone quoting a separate embassy charge on top of the official fee is not quoting a government fee.
Those fees are non-refundable, which makes the refusal statistics part of the price calculation:
What strengthens a visitor application from Pakistan:
- Strong financial evidence: 6+ months of statements showing consistent salary and genuine savings — not recent lump sums
- Clear ties to Pakistan: property, employment contract, business registration, family responsibilities
- Travel history: previous Schengen, US or UAE visa compliance builds credibility
- Genuine sponsor: if using a UK sponsor, include their immigration status and financial documents
- Complete documentation: all required documents consistent, verifiable and translated into English
Beyond the standard and long-term options, the visitor family has its own price list:
Other UK visitor visa fees from Pakistan
| Visa Type | Fee (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Marriage Visitor visa | ₨53,070 |
| Medical Visitor (6–11 months) | ₨91,987 |
| Visiting Academic (6–12 months) | ₨91,987 |
| Direct Airside Transit | ₨16,314 |
| Visitor in Transit | ₨29,287 |
Source: Home Office fee calculator, August 2026 exchange rate
UK Visa Ratio from Pakistan 2026
The "ratio" searchers ask about is the grant rate — the share of decisions that end in a visa. Pakistan's ratios diverge more than almost any nationality's: family applications succeed nine times in ten, while visit visas fail almost half the time. For the picture across all nationalities, see our UK visa success rate analysis.
UK visa success rate for Pakistan (year ending June 2026)
| Visa Category | Applications | Grant Rate | Refused |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor visa | 148,810 | 57% | 65,175 |
| Student visa | 29,331 | 82% | 4,778 |
| Work visa | 13,972 | 77% | 3,255 |
| Family visa | 9,622 | 91% | 852 |
Source: Home Office Immigration System Statistics, year ending June 2026
UK visa ratio for Pakistani students 2026
Student applications from Pakistan succeeded 82% of the time in the year ending June 2026 — 29,331 applications and 4,778 refusals, the fourth-highest volume in the world. That rate has eased as financial scrutiny tightened, and it now sits well below fellow student-senders Nepal (95%) and India (96%). Most Pakistani student refusals turn on bank statements and sponsorship evidence rather than academics.
Pakistan vs other countries on visit visas
How Pakistan compares with other high-volume nationalities on the visitor route:
Visitor visa grant rates by country (year ending June 2026)
| Country | Grant Rate | Refused |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh (lowest) | 45% | 21,418 |
| Pakistan | 57% | 65,175 |
| Ghana | 58% | 19,639 |
| Nigeria | 62% | 63,558 |
| Sri Lanka | 71% | 8,842 |
| India | 82% | 111,749 |
| Global average | 80% | — |
Source: Home Office Immigration System Statistics, year ending June 2026
UK Work Visa Price in Pakistan 2026
The Skilled Worker visa is the main route for Pakistani professionals and requires a job offer from a licensed sponsor at the required salary. Pakistan's work grant rate rose to 77% in the year ending June 2026 — 3,255 refusals against the fourth-highest application volume in the world. Certificates of sponsorship, salary evidence and English qualifications are where refused applications usually fall down.
UK work visa fees from Pakistan in rupees (2026)
| Visa Type | Fee (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Skilled Worker (up to 3 years) | ₨321,955 |
| Skilled Worker (over 3 years) | ₨636,048 |
| Skilled Worker — ISL (up to 3 years) | ₨246,872 |
| Health & Care Worker (up to 3 years) | ₨127,367 |
| Health & Care Worker (over 3 years) | ₨246,872 |
| UK Ancestry | ₨285,396 |
| Global Talent (visa stage) | ₨80,587 |
Source: Home Office fee calculator, August 2026 exchange rate
Health and Care Worker — the cheapest work route
The Health and Care Worker visa costs ₨127,367 — less than half the standard fee — and is exempt from the health surcharge. For Pakistani nurses, doctors and care workers recruited by NHS trusts and registered providers, it is by far the cheapest work route. Sponsorship and salary rules are in our Skilled Worker guide.
UK Student Visa Fee from Pakistan 2026
The Student visa costs ₨219,354 from Pakistan. Every applicant needs a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies from a licensed institution plus the required finances — see the full Student visa requirements. On top of the fee, students pay the Immigration Health Surcharge of £776 per year, in pounds. With an 82% grant rate, careful financial evidence is the difference-maker.
UK study visa fees from Pakistan in rupees (2026)
| Visa Type | Fee (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Student visa (main applicant) | ₨219,354 |
| Child Student visa | ₨219,354 |
| Short-term Study (6–11 months) | ₨89,629 |
| IHS — student rate (per year) | £776 (GBP) |
| Student Priority Service | +₨196,554 |
Source: Home Office fee calculator, August 2026 exchange rate
After graduation, Pakistani students can move to the Graduate route for post-study work without employer sponsorship, and later switch to the Skilled Worker route with a sponsored job offer.
UK Priority Visa Fee Pakistan 2026
Priority processing decides a non-settlement application in five working days instead of about three weeks, for ₨196,554 on top of the visa fee. Super Priority, at ₨393,108, aims for the next working day. For settlement applications such as spouse visas, priority cuts the wait from 12–24 weeks to about six weeks — see our priority visa guide and processing times for detail.
UK priority processing fees in Pakistan (2026)
| Service Type | Fee (PKR) | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Standard processing | Included | ~3 weeks |
| Priority Service | ₨196,554 | 5 working days |
| Super Priority Service | ₨393,108 | Next working day |
| Settlement Priority | ₨196,554 | ~6 weeks |
Source: Home Office fee calculator, August 2026 exchange rate
Priority is subject to availability at the centre, and it buys speed, not approval — the fee is not refunded on refusal. On a route with a 57% grant rate, that is ₨196,554 at genuine risk; on family routes at 91%, the calculation is far more comfortable.
UK Spouse Visa Fee from Pakistan 2026
The spouse visa costs ₨811,374 from Pakistan — the highest application fee on this page — and the UK sponsor must meet the £29,000 minimum income requirement under Appendix FM. It is also Pakistan's strongest route: a 91% grant rate, with only 852 of 9,622 applications refused, on the highest family volume of any nationality. Full requirements are in our spouse visa guide.
UK family visa fees from Pakistan in rupees (2026)
| Visa Type | Fee (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Spouse/Partner visa | ₨811,374 |
| Fiancé(e) visa | ₨811,374 |
| Adult Dependent Relative | ₨1,428,946 |
| Parent of a Child Student | ₨285,396 |
Source: Home Office fee calculator, August 2026 exchange rate
The initial grant runs 33 months. After extension, partners reach settlement at five years on the route — each stage with its own fee and surcharge, which is why the total-cost figures below matter more than any single fee.
Total Cost of UK Visa from Pakistan 2026
The application fee is only part of what you pay. Stays over six months add the Immigration Health Surcharge, and Pakistan is a TB-testing country, so those applicants also need a tuberculosis certificate (~₨7,000). A 6-month visitor pays neither. Realistic totals at the August 2026 exchange rate:
Total cost of a UK visa from Pakistan — 2026 scenarios
| Scenario | Visa Fee (PKR) | IHS | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor, 6 months | ₨53,070 | None | ₨53,070 |
| Master's degree, 2 years | ₨219,354 | £1,552 (~₨610,000) | ~₨836,000 |
| Skilled Worker, 3 years | ₨321,955 | £3,105 (~₨1,221,000) | ~₨1,550,000 |
| Spouse visa, 33 months | ₨811,374 | £3,105 (~₨1,221,000) | ~₨2,039,000 |
Source: Home Office fee calculator, August 2026 exchange rate; IHS is paid in pounds, rupee equivalents shown for information at the same rate
The surcharge is £776 a year for students and £1,035 for everyone else, paid in pounds; Health and Care Worker holders are exempt, and visitors staying under six months pay nothing. The master's, worker and spouse totals above include the ~₨7,000 TB test. Rupee equivalents move with the quarterly exchange rate, so treat the totals as close estimates rather than fixed prices.
How to Apply for a UK Visa from Pakistan
Every application starts online on GOV.UK, with the fee paid in rupees during checkout and biometrics given at VFS Global in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi or Mirpur. A standard visitor decision takes about three weeks. The steps:
- Step 1: complete the online application form on GOV.UK
- Step 2: pay the visa fee in rupees and the IHS (if applicable) in pounds
- Step 3: obtain a TB test certificate from an approved clinic, if applying for over 6 months
- Step 4: book an appointment at VFS Global — Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi or Mirpur
- Step 5: attend the appointment for biometrics (fingerprints and photograph)
- Step 6: submit supporting documents via self-upload or at the centre
- Step 7: wait for the decision by email
Pakistan is a TB-testing country: anyone applying for more than six months needs a tuberculosis certificate from an approved clinic before applying, with clinics in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Faisalabad and other cities. Refused applicants receive written reasons — our UK visa refusal reasons guide explains the most common grounds in detail.
Sources: fees from the Home Office visa fee calculator at its August 2026 exchange rate (₨393.108 per £1); grant rates and volumes from the Home Office Immigration System Statistics, year ending June 2026. Figures verified 29 August 2026 at the August 2026 Home Office exchange rate.
Frequently Asked
Questions about UK Visa Prices in Pakistan
It depends on the type: 6-month visit visa ₨53,070, Student visa ₨219,354, Skilled Worker visa ₨321,955 (up to 3 years) and spouse visa ₨811,374. All fees are set by the Home Office in pounds, converted at its quarterly rate, and paid in rupees — biometrics at VFS Global in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi or Mirpur.
The London visit visa price in Pakistan is ₨53,070 for a 6-month Standard Visitor visa. Long-term options cost ₨198,912 (2 years), ₨354,976 (5 years) and ₨443,425 (10 years). There is no separate London visa — one UK visa covers England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The 2-year long-term visit visa costs ₨198,912 from Pakistan. It allows multiple entries over two years, with each stay capped at 180 days, and is the most popular long-term option for applicants with family in the UK. The same 57% visitor grant rate applies as for the 6-month visa.
The 5-year long-term visit visa costs ₨354,976 from Pakistan; the 10-year option is ₨443,425. Both allow unlimited trips across their validity with each stay capped at 180 days, and both work out cheaper per year than repeated 6-month visas — but the application is assessed to the same standard, and the fee is not refunded on refusal.
For the year ending June 2026: visit visa 57% (65,175 refused), Student visa 82% (4,778 refused), work visa 77% (3,255 refused) and family visa 91% (852 refused). Family visas are Pakistan's strongest route, and Pakistan leads the world in family visa volume.
The student ratio for Pakistan is 82% for the year ending June 2026 — 29,331 applications, 4,778 refusals, the fourth-highest volume globally. It has eased as financial checks tightened and now sits below Nepal (95%) and India (96%). Most refusals turn on financial evidence, so bank statements and sponsorship documents deserve the most care.
There is no separate UK embassy fee — the British High Commission takes no visa payments. What people call the embassy fee is the visa fee itself: ₨53,070 for a 6-month visit visa, paid online on GOV.UK during the application. Only biometrics happen in person, at VFS Global centres, and any extra charges there are optional added services.
Skilled Worker visa ₨321,955 (up to 3 years) or ₨636,048 (over 3 years); Health & Care Worker ₨127,367 (up to 3 years). Most workers also pay the £1,035-a-year IHS, though Health & Care holders are exempt. Pakistan's work grant rate rose to 77% in the year ending June 2026.
There is no separate Scotland visa — Scotland is part of the UK, so the standard UK visa covers Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The 6-month visit visa costs the same ₨53,070 whether you are visiting Glasgow, Edinburgh or London. One application covers the entire UK.
UK jane ka total kharcha visa type par depend karta hai: 6-month visitor ke liye ₨53,070 (IHS aur TB test nahi lagta), 2-year master's ke liye approximately ₨836,000 (visa + IHS + TB test), Skilled Worker 3 years ke liye approximately ₨1,550,000, aur spouse visa ke liye approximately ₨2,039,000. Yeh sirf government fees hain — flights, accommodation aur living costs alag hain.
چھ ماہ کے وزٹ ویزے کی فیس ₨53,070 ہے، سٹوڈنٹ ویزا ₨219,354، سکلڈ ورکر ویزا (تین سال تک) ₨321,955 اور اسپاؤس ویزا ₨811,374۔ تمام فیسیں ہوم آفس پاؤنڈز میں طے کرتا ہے اور آن لائن درخواست کے وقت روپوں میں ادا کی جاتی ہیں۔
درخواست GOV.UK پر آن لائن دی جاتی ہے اور فیس روپوں میں ادا ہوتی ہے۔ اس کے بعد بایومیٹرکس کے لیے VFS Global کے سینٹر — اسلام آباد، لاہور، کراچی یا میرپور — میں اپائنٹمنٹ ہوتی ہے۔ وزٹ ویزے کا فیصلہ عام طور پر تقریباً تین ہفتوں میں آتا ہے۔