Can I travel to Pakistan without NICOP?

Yes, you can travel to Pakistan without NICOP, however, you must have a valid visa instead of a Pakistan passport.

If you are a Pakistani citizen residing outside the country, you can still travel to Pakistan using your valid Pakistani passport. For foreign nationals wishing to visit Pakistan, the NICOP is not relevant. Foreign citizens will need the appropriate visa to enter the country. The Pakistani government has streamlined the visa application process for foreign citizens by introducing the e-visa system.

At the moment, the Pakistani government has provided 2 types of e-visa for travelers to apply for. These e-visa are for tourism and business purposes only. For other reasons, you might need to visit Embassy to apply for a traditional visa.

The process is simple: you can submit your application through the GVC website, provide the required documents, and pay the visa fee online. Within a few days, you will receive your visa electronically, which you can present upon arrival in Pakistan.

So, while NICOP is essential for Pakistani expatriates, foreign citizens do not need it to travel to Pakistan. Instead, they can apply for the Pakistan e-visa, which simplifies the visa application process and ensures a smoother entry into the country.