UK launches e-visa for Pakistani students, workers

It will allow them to keep passports while the application is being processed

- BY ASHFAQ AHMED Senior Assistant Editor

In a major step toward streamlining visa processes, the United Kingdom has introduced e-visas for most Pakistani students and workers applying for UK visas, the British High Commission in Islamabad announced yesterday.

“The UK is launching e-visas in Pakistan for most students and workers applying for more than 6 months. It will make it simpler and safer, and you can hold on to your passport,” said Jane Marriott, UK High Commissioner to Pakistan, on social media.

No more visa stickers

Starting yesterday, applicants are no longer required to submit their passports as visa stickers will not be pasted on passports anymore.