Family Reunification
Category: Migration · Processing time: 4-8 weeks
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Visa type
Migration
Processing time
4-8 weeks
Fees
MinIncomePoints: €2,500/monthly
Validity
Typically 3 years
Stay duration
Indefinite, as long as conditions are met
Entry type
Confirm single/multiple entry rules
Insurance
Confirm if required
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Overview
Family Reunification immigration pathway. Permanent residence takes 3 years. Citizenship requires 5 years. Monthly income requirement is €2,500.
- Leads to permanent residency: Yes
- Requires job offer: No
- Language required: No
- Minimum education: Not specified
- Financial requirement: €2,000
Estimated Costs
- - MinIncomePoints: €2,500/monthly
- - MinSavings: €2,000
- - PathToPr: 3 years
- - PathToCitizenship: 5 years
Required Documents
- - Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.)
- - Proof of income (payslips, bank statements)
- - Proof of savings (bank statements showing minimum savings)
- - Completed application form
- - Passport-sized photographs
Application Steps
- Gather required documents.
- Submit the application form.
- Pay the application fee.
- Attend an interview if required.
- Receive a decision on your application.
Travel Insurance Requirement
- Mandatory: Confirm with official source
- Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules
- Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions
- Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority
Embassy, Consulate & Appointments
Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees.
Browse foreign embassies in Pakistan (MigrantIQ directory) →
Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal.
Application checklist
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Benefits & What This Visa Allows
- - Citizenship timeline: 5 years
Trust & safety
Before you pay or submit documents
Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract.
Relevant laws
- Immigration Status and Overstay Rules
Immigration · Severity: Critical
Your right to stay in Pakistan depends on the exact visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you hold. Do not assume a pending application, job offer, or school admission a
- Work Authorisation Rules
Employment · Severity: Critical
In Pakistan, a visa that allows entry does not always allow work. Paid employment, freelancing, remote work, internships, and trial shifts may each have different permission rules.
- Tax Residency and Income Reporting
Tax · Severity: High
Living in Pakistan for long enough, working locally, or registering as a resident may trigger tax-residency or income-reporting duties even if your income is paid from abroad.
Active scam alerts
Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for Pakistan, and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.
Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter Pakistan, avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track border c
Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for Pakistan through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa proce
Scammers advertise fake apartments in Pakistan, pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.
Quick Eligibility Check
Use this self-check for Family Reunification. It does not replace official legal assessment.
Common Rejection Reasons
- - Insufficient proof of relationship.
- - Failure to meet income or savings requirements.
- - Incomplete application form.
- - Missing required documents.
Application Tips
- - Ensure all documents are complete and accurate.
- - Keep copies of all submitted documents.
- - Be prepared for an interview, if required.
- - Check for any updates on the application process before applying.
Sources & References
Use these references for verification. Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ.
- Directorate General of Immigration & Passports
Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements.
- MigrantIQ visa record
Last verified 2026-05-29.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This visa is designed for applicants matching Migration pathway criteria.
Typical processing time is 4-8 weeks, subject to documentation quality and application volume.
Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting.
