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Pakistan, Swat Valley, Gandhara Grave Culture, circa 1200 B.C.
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UN MemberVisa-free · 90 daysPop. 220.9M
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Pakistan trades Western salaries for one-fifth the cost of living, year-round warmth, and a pace of life that rewards presence over productivity — where your money stretches further and your calend…

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CLIMATE
30°C avg · 3200h sun/yr
CURRENCY
PKR
LANGUAGE
English
SAFETY
Safe
#1 globally · Safety index 58/100
COST OF LIVING
Low cost
Cost index 20/100
TIME ZONE
GMT+5
UTC+5

What it's like to live in Pakistan· AI overview

Pakistan is a diverse and strategically important country located in South Asia, bordering India, Afghanistan, Iran, and China. Its geography is remarkably varied, featuring the towering peaks of the Karakoram and Hindu Kush mountain ranges in the no...


Cost of living
vs EU Average58% lower than EU average
1-bed apartment, city
PKR49,800Apartment (1 bedroom) in City…
Dinner for two
PKR900Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Monthly groceries
PKR240Milk (regular), (1 liter)
Public transit (month)
PKR70.00One-way Ticket (Local Transpo…
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40+ page personal relocation analysis — visa path, tax strategy, neighbourhood guide, healthcare setup and more.

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  • Visa & residency path
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  • Healthcare & schools
  • Cost breakdown

Healthcare

  • Pakistan's healthcare system is a blend of public and private sectors, with expats primarily relying on private facilities for quality care.
  • Public healthcare is largely decentralized and provincial, offering free or low-cost services to citizens, but generally not accessible to foreigners without permanent residency.
  • International health insurance is highly recommended and often necessary for expats to cover medical costs and access private hospitals.
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Entry Requirements & Visa Options

Pakistan has significantly liberalized its entry requirements for international travelers. Citizens of 126 countries—including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and most EU nations—can enter Pakistan visa-free for tourism and business purposes for up to 90 days[1]. This policy, implemented on August 14, 2024, eliminates visa fees and streamlines the application process for eligible travelers[1]. For visa-free entry, travelers must hold a valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond their intended stay. While no advance visa is...

Visa-free entry: 90 days
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Data Source: Safety, crime, and quality metrics are sourced from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database of reported data.

All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.