Asia
Pakistan
The Karakoram, Hunza valley, Mughal cities and warm hospitality. Check the latest advice.
Caution: some areas are unsafe
Parts of this country are unsafe or advised against. Check your government's official travel advice before you go and during your trip.
Areas near the border with Afghanistan, parts of Balochistan and the line of control with India are advised against.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 18:23
- Currency
- PKR
- Calling code
- +92
- Capital
- Islamabad
- Languages spoken
- English, UR
Health & vaccines
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if you arrive from a country at risk: check the official rules.
- See a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before you leave: some vaccines are often recommended.
- Don't drink tap water: drink bottled or filtered water, and avoid ice of unknown origin.
- Dengue is present: use mosquito repellent, day and night.
- Malaria exists in some areas: ask a travel clinic about prevention.
- Rabies exists: avoid stray dogs, cats and monkeys. If bitten or scratched, see a doctor the same day.
- Altitude: go up slowly in the northern mountains.
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
These rules change and depend on your situation: always check with the official sources and your embassy before you leave. GoZzzy gives general information and cannot be held responsible.
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