How to Apply for SIFC Visa?
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Protocol 01
Request SIFC Visa Recommendation Letter
- Send request to visa@sifc.gov.pk
- Application should clearly detail:
- Assignment/Business objective
- Company/Organization profile
- Passport details
- Pakistan rep contact point
- Date of Visa required
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Protocol 02
SIFC Recommendation Letter Issuance
- SIFC will analyze the request
- Upon feedback from concerned Ministry/Department (if needed)
- SIFC will issue Recommendation Letter
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Protocol 03
Online Visa Application Process
- Visit visa.nadra.gov.pk to apply for the Visa
- Select the visa category (Business / Investment Visa)
- Attach the SIFC Recommendation Letter with the application
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Protocol 04
Grant of Visa
- On receiving visa (if not exempt)
- SIFC SEC/HR will inform GD(Visa)
- to issue visa within specified time timeframe
SIFC – Investor Visa
Ideal for individuals looking to invest in Pakistan's promising sectors.
Application Type
You can apply for two types of visas online.
| New Visa | ||
|---|---|---|
| For list of Countries: 65 Investor Short Term (1 Year) |
Multiple Entries | Processing Time: 24 Hours |
| For list of Countries: 65 Investor Long Term (2 Year) |
Multiple Entries | Processing Time: 10 Days |
| Extension | ||
|---|---|---|
| For list of Countries: 65 Investor Extension |
2 Years (Multiple Entries) | Processing Time: 2 Weeks |
Required Documentation
- 1. Passport
- 2. Photograph
- 3. Recommendation letter from SECP/BOI
SIFC – Business Visa
Designed for individuals seeking to establish or expand their business in Pakistan.
Application Type
You can apply for two types of visas online.
| New Visa | ||
|---|---|---|
| For 95 Countries Business Short Term |
Single Entry | Processing Time: 48 Hours |
| For 95 Countries Business Long Term |
5 Years Multiple Extensible validity 5 Years | Processing Time: 24 Hours |
| Extension | ||
|---|---|---|
| For 95 Countries Business Extension |
5 Years Multiple Entries | Processing Time: 4 Weeks |
Required Documentation
- 1. Passport
- 2. Photograph
- 3. Recommendation letter issued by SIFC