Check current flight, airport, entry, border and travel warning information that could affect a trip to Pakistan.
Pakistan Status
DISRUPTION
Commercial flights and major airports continue to operate, but travel in Pakistan is affected by serious regional security risks, closed and unpredictable land-border crossings, terrorism concerns and the potential for protests and other short-notice disruption.
Current Travel Conditions
What Travellers Should Know
Commercial aviation continues
Pakistan remains accessible by air. International and domestic commercial flights continue through the country’s major airports.
India border crossing closed
The Wagah-Attari crossing, normally the principal road crossing between Pakistan and India, is currently closed to ordinary cross-border travel.
Wagah ceremony continues
Visitors can still access the Wagah border area to attend the daily border ceremony even though international passenger crossing is currently suspended.
Kartarpur Corridor
The Kartarpur Corridor is currently closed for crossings by Sikh pilgrims. Travellers should check for any change before planning a journey involving the corridor.
Afghanistan border
Pakistan’s crossings with Afghanistan can close at short notice. Open crossings can experience overcrowding, violence and significant delays.
Iran border
Official crossings with Iran are located in Balochistan, where severe security warnings apply. Crossings can close at short notice and access is closely monitored.
China border
Khunjerab Pass on the Karakoram Highway is the official Pakistan-China land crossing and is currently open to foreign tourists, but travellers should check conditions before attempting the journey.
Balochistan
Severe security warnings apply throughout Balochistan because of terrorism, kidnapping and militant activity.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Severe warnings also apply to large parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Peshawar and numerous districts close to Afghanistan.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir
Security warnings apply to Pakistan-administered Kashmir, particularly areas close to the Line of Control with India.
Protests
Political demonstrations and protests can cause roadblocks, transport disruption and heightened security with little warning. Travellers should avoid demonstrations and large political gatherings.
Terrorism
Terrorist attacks remain a serious risk in parts of Pakistan. Potential targets can include transport infrastructure, security facilities, religious sites and crowded public places.
Kidnapping
Kidnapping remains a significant risk in some regions, particularly Balochistan and areas close to the Afghanistan border.
Latest Travel Changes
Current protest warning
UK travel guidance was updated on 22 September 2026 with information about planned protests and possible disruption in Pakistan.
India crossing remains closed
The Wagah-Attari international crossing remains closed to ordinary cross-border passenger travel.
Kartarpur remains closed for crossings
The Kartarpur Corridor is currently not operating for Sikh pilgrims crossing from India.
Canada maintains elevated warning
Canadian guidance updated on 24 September 2026 recommends exercising a high degree of caution nationwide because of the unpredictable security situation, terrorism, regional violence, civil unrest, sectarian violence and kidnapping.
Severe regional warnings continue
Official guidance continues to advise against travel to substantial parts of Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and border regions.
Before You Travel
Check your airline and individual flight before departure.
Confirm the visa and passport requirements applying to your nationality.
Do not plan an overland journey between Pakistan and India through Wagah without checking for reopening, as the crossing is currently closed.
Check the exact status of Afghanistan and Iran border crossings immediately before attempting an overland journey because closures can occur at short notice.
Check official regional security advice before travelling outside major cities, particularly if your journey involves Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir or an international border region.
Avoid demonstrations, political gatherings and unexpected crowds and be prepared for temporary road or transport disruption.
Travel Status is designed to highlight significant changes that could affect a trip. It is not a replacement for official immigration, airline or government advice.