Pakistan Trekking Visa & Permits Guide
Everything you need to know about the Pakistan Online E-Visa system, Letter of Invitation (LOI), restricted area trekking permits for K2 Base Camp, and Gilgit-Baltistan government clearances.
Book & Receive LOI
Upon placing a 20% deposit on your chosen trek, Karakoram Expeditions issues your official Letter of Invitation (LOI), stamped itinerary, and operator license copy within 24 hours.
Apply on NADRA Portal
Submit your application online at the official Pakistan Visa Portal (visa.nadra.gov.pk) under "Trekking & Mountaineering" category.
Government Permits Issued
Our team in Skardu processes your group permits with the Gilgit-Baltistan Home Department and Central Karakoram National Park (CKNP) authority prior to your arrival.
Required Documents for Pakistan Trekking E-Visa
- Valid Passport Copy: Scanned color copy with minimum 6 months validity from the date of arrival and at least 2 blank pages.
- Digital Passport-Sized Photograph: High-resolution front face portrait with plain white background (under 5MB, JPG/PNG).
- Official Letter of Invitation (LOI): Provided directly by Karakoram Expeditions with government DTS License # ID-2891 stamp.
- Emergency Mountain Medical Insurance: Policy document confirming coverage for high-altitude trekking up to 6,000m and helicopter rescue.
Open Trekking Zones vs. Restricted Military Zones
Open Zones (No Military Permit Fee Required)
Trekking routes like Fairy Meadows & Nanga Parbat Base Camp, Rakaposhi & Diran Base Camp, Rush Lake, and Hunza Valleys are classified as open zones. Foreign tourists only require standard Pakistan Tourist E-Visas.
Restricted Zones (Govt. Group Permit & Briefing Mandatory)
Treks inside Central Karakoram National Park near international borders (e.g. K2 Base Camp, Baltoro Glacier, Gondogoro La, Snow Lake/Hispar La) are classified as Restricted Zones. Under Ministry of Tourism regulations, independent solo trekking without a licensed local agency is strictly illegal. Karakoram Expeditions arranges all required royalty clearances, liaison officer assignments, and environmental waste management bonds on your behalf.
Official E-Visa Links
NADRA Official PortalWe recommend applying 4 to 8 weeks before your planned expedition departure date.
Need Visa Assistance?
Our visa specialists in Islamabad guide all booked trekkers step-by-step through the NADRA online forms to ensure 100% approval rates.
Contact Visa Desk