Moving to Pakistan
Pakistan, part of the greater Indian subcontinent, is situated at the crossroads of the Middle East and Asia. It is bordered by Iran and Afghanistan on the west; China on the north; the dispu
14 published visa guides · 14 editorially reviewed in Q2 2026
Capital
Islamabad
Region
Asia (Southern Asia)
Currency
PKR
Cost of Living Index
19.6
Net Monthly Salary
1711
Healthcare
Mixed
Safety Index
N/A
Rent Index
3.4
Quality Index
N/A
Country Profile
In-depth facts & data for Pakistan· Updated 2026-06-02
Pakistan, part of the greater Indian subcontinent, is situated at the crossroads of the Middle East and Asia. It is bordered by Iran and Afghanistan on the west; China on the north; the disputed territory of Jammu and Kashmir on the northeast; India on the east; and the Arabian Sea on the south. Pakistan lies between l…
For planning only. Always verify immigration and legal rules on official government sites.
Official Languages
Official Links
- Directorate General of Immigration & Passports
Official immigration portal for visas, entry rules, and residency steps.
Newcomer Checklist
- - Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel
- - Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required
- - Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps
- - Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels
Local Services & Setup
Banking: Confirm newcomer-friendly banks locally.
Fintech: Confirm available local payment apps.
Healthcare access: Limited
Health waiting period: 180 day(s)
Emergency & Safety
Save local emergency, police, medical, embassy, and fraud-reporting contacts after arrival. Check official government portals before relying on third-party lists.
Crime index: N/A · Safety index: N/A
Settlement Funds & Financial Notes
Settlement funds guidance is being added for this country.
City-Level Cost Snapshot
| City | Single monthly | Family monthly | 1BR center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | €500 – €800 | €1,250 – €2,000 | €280 – €480 |
Who Qualifies Best
Qualification profile data is being added for this country.
Official vs Reality
Reality-check comparisons are being added for this country.
Sources & References
Country data is a planning aid. Official government sources override MigrantIQ summaries for immigration, legal, tax, health, and emergency rules.
- Directorate General of Immigration & Passports
Primary portal for visas, entry rules, and residency.
- World Bank Open Data
GDP, growth, and macro indicators where shown on this profile.
- Numbeo cost of living
Cost-of-living indices and rent signals where available.
- MigrantIQ country profile
Editorial summary. Last updated 2026-05-28.
- World Bank and public data sources
Used for economic and country-level indicators where available.
- Numbeo and public cost datasets
Used for cost-of-living signals for Pakistan where available.
Foreign embassies in Pakistan
199 active diplomatic missions in our directory. Sample listings below.
- Consulate of Romania in Faisalabad, Pakistan — 🇷🇴 Romania, Faisalabad
- Consulate General of Cyprus in Islamabad, Pakistan — 🇨🇾 Cyprus, Islamabad
- Consulate General of Iceland in Islamabad, Pakistan — 🇮🇸 Iceland, Islamabad
- Consulate General of Lithuania in Islamabad, Pakistan — 🇱🇹 Lithuania, Islamabad
- Consulate General of Paraguay in Islamabad, Pakistan — 🇵🇾 Paraguay, Islamabad
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Start with visa eligibility, then create a realistic budget and shortlist temporary housing. Banking setup usually follows legal arrival steps.