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Pakistan

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฐPakistan

Asiaยท Updated 06/03/2026

Information

Capital

Islamabad

Population

256,000,000

Currency

Pakistani rupee (PKR โ‚จ)

Languages

ourdou, anglais

Continent

Asia

Calling code

+92

Timezone

Asia/Karachi

Area

881,912 kmยฒ

Government

Federal parliamentary islamic republic

National day

March 23 - Pakistan Day

Internet domain

.pk

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About

Pakistan is a federal Islamic republic in South Asia. It borders India, Afghanistan, Iran, and China. The country is known for its cultural diversity and Himalayan mountains.

Safety

Risk level :High risk in certain border and urban areas due to terrorism, crime, and political instability.

Risk areas

Baluchistan - Terrorism and kidnappingsAfghan border (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) - Terrorist attacksKarachi - High crime

Crime(Medium)

  • Avoid carrying valuables
  • Do not travel alone at night

Terrorism(High)

  • Follow local authorities' advice
  • Avoid public gatherings

Transport

  • Use official taxis
  • Wear a helmet on motorcycle

Natural risks(Frequent earthquakes, floods, and landslides)

  • Follow weather alerts
  • Prepare an emergency kit

Health(Limited healthcare system outside major cities)

  • Recommended vaccines: Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Rabies
  • Bottled water only

Practical tips

  • Register with the travel registry
  • Comprehensive travel insurance
  • Increased vigilance everywhere

Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio city center100-200
1-bedroom apartment in city center150-300
1-bedroom apartment in suburb80-200
3-bedroom apartment in city center250-500
3-bedroom apartment in suburb150-350

Food

Inexpensive restaurant meal2-5
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant10-20
McDonald's menu5-10
Local beer (0.5L)2-4
Cappuccino1-3
Water (1.5L)0.50-1
Bread (500g)0.50-1
Milk (1L)1-2
Eggs (12)1-2
Chicken (1kg)3-5
Apples (1kg)2-4
Bananas (1kg)1-2

Transport

Public transport ticket0.20-0.50
Monthly transport subscription10-20
Taxi ride (start)1-2
Taxi (1km)0.50-1
Gasoline (1L)0.80-1.20

Leisure

Fitness membership (monthly)20-50
Tennis court (1h weekend)5-10
Cinema3-5
Theater5-10

Health

General practitioner consultation5-10
Dentist consultation10-20
Antibiotic medications5-10
Cold medications (6 days)5-10

Others

High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)10-20/mois
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)5-10/mois
Public services for 85mยฒ apartment20-50/mois
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)20-40
Nike sports shoes40-80
International primary school (monthly)100-300

Practical information

Electricity

Voltage220V, 240V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type D

Emergency numbers

Police15
Ambulance115
Fire department16

Practical information

Driving side

Left

Tap water

unsafe

Tipping

10-15% in restaurants

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