Pakistan Work Visa — employer-sponsored with Board of Investment recommendation; 1 year renewablefor 🇰🇪 Kenya citizens travelling to 🇵🇰 Pakistan

📋Required Documents7

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  Board of Investment (BOI) recommendation letter

  Central clearance obtained by the employer; ~4 weeks total processing.

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  CV plus degree and professional certificates
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  Employer justification for the foreign hire
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  Employer SECP registration and National Tax Number
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  Employment contract (position and salary)
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  Passport bio-page scan and digital photograph
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  Work visa application sponsored by the employing company

  Filed at visa.nadra.gov.pk.

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Pakistan Work Visa — employer-sponsored with Board of Investment recommendation; 1 year renewable, book an appointment at the nearest Pakistan embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 28 days. Fees may apply — verify at the official portal. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Pakistan embassy or official government website before booking travel.

🌐Why Kenya passport holders need a visa for Pakistan

Kenya citizens require a visa to enter Pakistan based on the current immigration requirements set by Pakistan's government. Kenya passport holders must apply through the Pakistan embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

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