ISLAMABAD – The United Kingdom has unveiled a new eVisa system for Pakistanis, including tourists, as they will not receive confirmation by email rather than stickers in passports.
Visitors will continue to submit their applications online and attend a visa application centre to provide biometrics, the British High Commission in Islamabad said in official press release.
“Successful applicants will have a digital record of their immigration status provided through an eVisa, accessible through an online UK Visas and Immigration account,” it said.
It means applicants no longer need to attend a visa application centre a second time to collect their passport, instead holding on to it after their biometrics session.
eVisas provide a more secure way to manage immigration status and reduce the risk of lost or damaged documents.
Applicants can generate a share code to prove their visa status at borders and elsewhere. There is no change to visa processing times, eligibility criteria or conditions.
British High Commissioner, Jane Marriott CMG OBE, said: “This is a hugely exciting step for Pakistanis visiting the UK for tourism, visiting loved ones, or business meetings, that removes a big step from the application process. As well as being able to save time by holding on to your passport, the new share code system makes it easier than ever to demonstrate your visa status”.
UK eVisa Step-by-Step Process in Video
The British embassy has shared an official video, showing how the new eVisa system will work. Following is the complete video:
From today, visitors to the UK will get eVisas AND you get to keep your passport while you wait! Simply create your @UKVIgovuk account, apply as normal, and we’ll email it to you. Happy travels! pic.twitter.com/M45hOqr3c8
— Jane Marriott (@JaneMarriottUK) February 25, 2026
UK visa applicants are strongly discouraged from using visa agents. Applicants should apply directly on gov.uk, the only source for trusted information.
The embassy said existing sticker visas are unaffected after latest changes.
UK eVisa Fee in Pakistan
It costs £16 to apply online or through the UK ETA app. You cannot get a refund after you apply.
