Greece, also known as the Hellenic Republic today and considered the birthplace of democracy and Western culture, is one of the sunniest countries on the planet earth. This is a country that everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime because to its abundance of over 2000 islands, numerous beaches, diverse fauna, stunning antique and modern architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine. And for just this reason, Greece has had the highest rise in visitors among all of Europe during the past ten years. In 2018, there were reportedly more than 32 million tourists in Greece, up from an estimated 15 million visitors in 2010. Having said enough about the Greece, it is not out of the ordinary that Greece is one of the likeable destinations for Pakistani Tourists seeking close interaction with the ancient EU culture. In this article, we will be discussing Greece Visa Requirements for Pakistani citizens.

Do Pakistani passport holders require Visa to enter Greece?

Yes, Pakistani passport holders do require a Schengen Visa to be eligible to enter the Greece.

For stays that do not exceed 90 days throughout any 180-day period, you may apply for a Schengen visa (sometimes known as a short-term visa). As long as you have a valid Schengen visa, you can enter any of the 26 Schengen state countries and travel freely among them.
Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland are the 26 nations that make up the Schengen area.

If you plan to travel to Greece in 2023 on a tourist or business visa and want to learn more about the Greece visa requirements and application procedure, fees, required papers, and processing times, you’ve come to the right spot. The entire procedure is described below.
The entire procedure must be carried out in person; to submit your visa, you must go to the Greece Embassy in Islamabad.

Process and Details about Greece Visa Requirements for Pakistani Citizens

Details regarding Greece visa requirements for Pakistani citizens as per various visa types have been outlined below along with the process to follow for the respective visa types.

Requirements For A Visit/Tourist Visa To Greece From Pakistan

1. A properly completed and signed short-stay visa application form. Both parents must sign the paper in the event that there are minor(s).
2. The applicant’s two most recent photos. Please review the following photo criteria.
3. A regular passport or another recognized travel document that is valid for at least three months after the visa application’s expiration date. There must be at least two blank pages in this document. Please bring any prior passports you may have and include copies of the utilized pages on A4-sized paper with your application.
4. A copy of your national identification card
5. Foreign nationals living in Pakistan must present documentation proving their right to be there and stating how long they are permitted to stay.
6. The original and a copy of the NADRA-issued Family Registration Certificate (in English or, if it is in Urdu, with a certified translation)
7. For children under the age of 18 traveling with a single parent, the other parent’s written permission and a copy of his CNIC card are necessary.
8. An original, signed letter from the applicant’s employer specifying the applicant’s name, position, pay, length of employment, employer’s address and phone number, and the reason for and length of the travel to the Schengen state(s). Original, signed correspondence from the applicant’s school, college, or university if the applicant is a “student”.
9. Supporting records of individual income include the following:
   • Original bank statements from the past six months
   • National Tax Number Certificates (NTN) for the last two years and evidence that income taxes have been paid (FBR)
   • and the most recent three pay stubs.
10. Proof of lodging (confirmed hotel reservation, rental agreement that includes your name, the dates of the rental period, and the address of the lodging) for the entire length of travel. A hotel reservation may be cancelled (only in Greece).
11. A copy of the flight reservation.
12. Include a thorough itinerary if the journey is a package tour.
13. A travel health insurance policy with a minimum payout of 30,000 euros, in both the original and a copy. For the duration of the valid stay on Schengen territory, the insurance must pay for medical and hospital expenditures as well as repatriation fees. Consult the current list of legitimate insurance providers in Pakistan that have been approved by the Schengen partners in Islamabad.

The Embassy retains the authority to ask for more papers.
Only if the applicant provides copies as requested will original documents that are not required be returned with the passport.

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1. A properly completed and signed short-stay visa application form.
2. The applicant’s two most recent photos. Please review the following photo criteria.
3. A regular passport or another recognized travel document that is valid for at least three months after the visa application’s expiration date. There must be at least two blank pages in this document. Please bring any prior passports you may have and include copies of the utilized pages on A4-sized paper with your application.
4. A copy of your national identification card
5. Foreign nationals residing in Pakistan must present supporting documentation proving their right to be there and stating how long they are allowed to stay.
6. Original, signed letter from the applicant’s employer containing the applicant’s name, position, pay, length of employment, employer’s address and phone number, and the reason for and length of the travel to the Schengen state(s).
7. Proof of personal income papers
   • Original bank statements from the past six months,
   • NTNs for the preceding two years, and FBRs, which serve as confirmation that income taxes have been paid,
   • the previous three pay stubs
   • The following documents must be included if the applicant is the sole proprietor of a business:
     • Original bank statements from the preceding six months
     • National Tax Number Certificates (NTN) for the last two years and evidence of income tax payments (FBR)
8. Documents proving the organization’s income:
   • Original bank statements from the previous six months,
   • a National Tax Number Certificate (NTN) valid for the current year,
   • proof of income tax payment (FBR),
   • a Chamber of Commerce Certificate, and
   • a Chamber of Commerce recommendation for a business visa.
9. a letter of invitation in the applicant’s name, outlining the dates of the trip, from a private or public organization with a Greek address.
10. 10: Documents that attest to the existence of business ties with Greece (paid invoices, pro forma invoices, bills of lading, and purchase orders).
11. A confirmed hotel booking. A hotel reservation may be cancelled (only in Greece).
12. A copy of the flight reservation.
13. Original AND a copy of a 30,000 euro or more travel health insurance policy. For the duration of the valid stay on Schengen territory, the insurance must pay for medical and hospital expenditures as well as repatriation fees. Consult the current list of legitimate insurance providers in Pakistan that have been approved by the Schengen partners in Islamabad.

The Embassy retains the authority to ask for more papers.
Only if copies are produced by the applicant as requested will original documents that are not required be returned with the passport.

Key Detail Outline about Greece Visa requirements for Pakistani Citizens

Additional Details

Be truthful when filling out the applications; do not provide false information or forged or fraudulent documentation. If the visa has previously been denied, provide the correct reason for the denial. Pakistani citizens who apply for Greece visas have a high refusal rate. To help the visa counselor understand that you are going on a visit and will return on time, provide as many documentation as you can.

List of Authorized Insurance Companies in Pakistan

• EFU General
• Habib Insurance
• IGI
• Jubilee General Insurance Co. Ltd
• PAK-QATAR GENERAL TAKAFUL LIMITED
• PICIC (Pakistan Industrial Credit Investment Corporation)
• Premier Insurance Limited
• Shaheen Insurance
• Adamjee Insurance Company Ltd
• Asia Insurance Co Ltd
• Askari General Insurance Company Ltd
• Atlas Insurance Ltd
• Chubb Insurance Pakistan Limited
• CICL (Century Insurance Company Ltd)
• Continental Insurance Company Ltd
• Crescent Star Insurance Limited
• East West Insurance Company Ltd
• TPL Direct Insurance Ltd
• UBL Insurers Ltd
• UIC (United Insurance Company)
• SPI Insurance Company Ltd (formerly Saudi Pak)

List of Greece Visa Application Centers in Pakistan

To be published soon.

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