Greece manages its diplomatic and visa-related affairs in Pakistan through the Embassy of Greece in Islamabad. The embassy looks after consular matters, visa applications, and assistance for Greek & Pakistani citizens in Pakistan. Greece does not operate any honorary consulates in Pakistan, and all visa applications are processed either directly at the embassy or through VFS Global Visa Application Centres in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi.
1. Embassy of Greece in Islamabad
- Address: House No. 9, Street No. 15, F-6/3, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Phone: 0512825186
- Fax: +92-51-2828-933
- Email: www.mfa.gr
- Timings: Monday to Friday – 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM (Visa & Consular Section)
- Closed: Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays
Services Offered:
- Processing of Schengen short-stay visas (tourism, business, family visit)
- Processing of national long-stay visas (study, work, residence)
- Consular services for Greek citizens in Pakistan
- Assistance in emergencies and documentation
- Promotion of trade, cultural, and bilateral ties between Greece and Pakistan
2. Visa Applications for Greece in Pakistan
Visa applications are handled via the Embassy of Greece in Islamabad and VFS Global centres. Applicants cannot apply through agents or middlemen; prior appointment is mandatory.
VFS Global Visa Application Centres (for Greece)
Islamabad VFS Centre
- Address: Shahzad, Park Rd, Chatta Bakhtawar, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Email: visa.vfsglobal.com
- Timings: Monday to Friday – 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Lahore VFS Centre
- Address: 20 Ex-American Centre Building, Opposite Ganga Ram Hospital, Queens Road, Lahore
- Phone: +92-42-3630-0625
- Timings: Monday to Friday – 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Karachi VFS Centre
- Address: 4th floor Bahria Complex IV, Gizri Rd, Navy Housing Society, Karachi, 75600, Pakistan
- Phone: 090007860
- Timings: Monday to Friday – 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
3. Visa Fees for Greece (Schengen Visa)
- Adult Applicants: €80 (payable in PKR)
- Children (6–12 years): €40 (payable in PKR)
- Children under 6 years: Free
- VFS Service Charges: Additional, non-refundable
(Fees may change due to exchange rate fluctuations. Always confirm before applying.)
4. How to Apply for Greece Visa in Pakistan
- Visit the respectable VFS Global Greece website.
- Book a web appointment (walk-in programs aren’t regular).
- Complete the visa application form and collect all required files.
- Submit your application to the VFS Centre or Embassy on the scheduled date.
- Provide biometrics (if required).
- Wait for processing (usually 15–30 working days).
- Collect your passport from the VFS centre or via courier service.
5. Required Documents for Greece Visa
- Valid passport (6 months)
- 2 recent passport-size pictures
- Flight reservation & travel itinerary
- Proof of housing in Greece
- Proof of financial means (bank statements)
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee payment receipt
- Additional documents for study/work visas (admission letter, work contract, etc.)
6. Important Notes
- All appointments ought to be booked online; the embassy does not give walk-ins.
- Visa processing time can also vary depending on the type of application.
- Only respectable VFS Global and the Embassy of Greece deal with packages—avoid unauthorized marketers.
- Different towns may additionally have slightly specific service timings, so verify before touring.
