Gujranwala Punjab, Pakistan Travel Guide
Consider your preferences when planning your visit.
Monsoon rains (July-September) lead to urban waterlogging. Extreme summer heat requires staying hydrated, using Sun protection, and avoiding midday outdoor exposure.
Dense winter fog (December-January) impacts highway and air travel due to reduced visibility.
Pakistan offers Tourist, Business, and Family Visit visas. An e-Visa facility is available for many nationalities via the official NADRA portal: Https://visa.nadra.gov.pk. Visa on Arrival (VOA) applies to specific nationalities under certain conditions. Traditional visas are obtained through embassies or consulates.
A passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, recent passport-sized photographs, and a completed application form are standard. Documents that support your claim vary by visa type (e.g., invitation letters, confirmed bookings, itinerary, evidence of financial means, return ticket).
Fees vary by nationality and visa type. Payment online or at the embassy/consulate.
At international airports, present passport and valid visa/VOA. Biometric data and a photograph are typically collected.
No extra permits needed for Gujranwala city travel. Restricted areas in Northern Pakistan might require NOCs.
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate if arriving from risk countries. No other mandatory vaccinations for general entry.
Eligibility criteria for VOA change. Verify with official sources before travel. Consider IVisa or VisaHQ for assistance.
Visa fees vary by nationality and type. Payment alternatives include online or at the embassy/consulate. Upon arrival, travelers pass through border control at international airports like Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore. Be prepared with your passport and valid visa/VOA approval. Biometric data and a photograph are typically collected.
Travel within Gujranwala city does not generally require special permits. Specific restricted areas in Northern Pakistan (e.g., Gilgit-Baltistan) might require No Objection Certificates (NOCs).
A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory only for travelers arriving from countries with a risk of Yellow Fever transmission. Otherwise, no mandatory vaccinations are needed for general entry into Pakistan.
Always prioritize officially sourced information for visa and health requirements, as these could potentially change.
Pakistan offers options for various travel budgets. The official currency is the Pakistani Rupee (PKR), denoted by Rs.
Exchange major international currencies (USD, GBP, EUR) at authorized money changers or banks. ATMs are widely available and accept most international cards.
PKR 2,500 - 6,000 (USD 9-21) daily, including basic guesthouse, street food, and public transport.
PKR 9,000 - 19,000 (USD 32-68) daily, for 3-star hotels, mid-range restaurants, and ride-sharing.
PKR 26,000+ (USD 93+) daily, for 4/5-star hotels, high-end dining, and private car with driver.
Estimates based on ~280 PKR to 1 USD.
