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Pakistan

West & South Asia · PK

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4 hours behind Korea

In the north the Karakoram and Hindu Kush overlap, crowding five peaks above 8,000 m into one region. Hunza and Skardu, on the road towards K2, anchor most trekking trips.

CapitalIslamabad
LanguagesUrdu, English
CurrencyRupee (PKR)
Standard timeUTC+5 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+92
Voltage230V / 50Hz
Plug typeC, D
Driving sideLeft-hand traffic
Emergency15 police · 1122 ambulance
Domain.pk

Entry & visa

An e-Visa must be obtained in advance. Some mountain areas need separate permits, so going through a local operator is safer.

Worth knowing

Mountain roads in the north open only from May to October; outside that window sections of the Karakoram Highway are closed by snow.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Pakistan and Korea?

4 hours behind Korea (UTC+5). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Pakistan?

Voltage 230V / 50Hz, Plug type C, D.

Q. Do I need a visa for Pakistan?

An e-Visa must be obtained in advance. Some mountain areas need separate permits, so going through a local operator is safer.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.