If you’re an avid traveller, you’re probably well aware of the importance and the various purposes served by embassies/consulates or their designated visa centres, especially when it comes to submitting your visa application. Accordingly, we’ve decided to list down all the major embassies/consulates in Karachi for your convenience.
It is, however, important to note that foreign embassies are generally located in a country’s capital, which in this case, is Islamabad. So, if you want to know which embassies are present in Pakistan, our list of embassies in Islamabad can help you out.
Here, we are compiling all the consulate generals and other diplomatic missions in Karachi. Let’s begin.
Some of the Most Prominent Embassies/Consulates in Karachi
Firstly, let us highlight some of the most prominent foreign embassies/consulates in Karachi with regards to visa application processing and other services. These include:
- The Kingdom of Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Britain
- The People’s Republic of China
- Germany
- Indonesia
- The Republic of Korea
- The State of Kuwait
- Qatar
- Russia
- Sri Lanka
- Thailand
- Turkey
- The United States
Now, let us elaborate on what’s offered by each of these and how actively they participate in community events.
Consulate General of The Kingdom of Bahrain
Offering e-Visa facilities to Pakistanis visiting Bahrain as well as passport renewal services to Bahraini nationals in Pakistan, the consulate is fairly active in responding to events happening in Pakistan.
Address: Bungalow 118, Lane-8, Khayaban-e-Muhafiz, Phase 7, DHA, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35171111
Bangladesh Deputy High Commission
Those who wish to apply for a visit visa to Bangladesh can simply drop off their applications at the Deputy High Commission between 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Any and every application should meet the documentation requirements mentioned on the official website. The Bangladeshi Deputy High Commission, located in Karachi, also issues new Bangladeshi passports and renews old ones for Bangladeshi nationals.
Address: 81/1, Street-30, Khayaban-e-Sehar, Phase 6, DHA, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35340031
British Deputy High Commission
The British Deputy High Commission is actively involved in and supports several events happening in Pakistan. From hosting the cricket team before the World Cup to celebrating Ramadan with Cheavening alumni, the commission also offers all kinds of assistance to British nationals in Pakistan along with a range of documentary services. As the first British Airways flight landed in Islamabad last month after a period of 10 years, with more flights to follow, the commission will be playing an even more active role in offering support to its citizens.
Address: Shahrah-e-Iran, Block 5, Clifton, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35827000
Consulate of The People’s Republic of China
The Chinese consulate in Karachi does not process visas but offers complete guidelines on how to do so, on its website. it also stays involved in major events happening in Pakistan.
Address: Plot No. ST.20, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35874266
Germany Consulate General, Karachi
From visa assistance to passport renewals, the German consulate does it all. It’s also fairly active in terms of events and happenings with first aid training sessions being held for the staff to Easter Egg Hunts. The Consul General also visits the Goethe-Institut Pakistan from time to time.
Address: 92-A/7, Block 5, Clifton, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35873782
Indonesian Consulate
The Consulate General of Indonesia organises health counselling and events for Indonesians in Karachi. The Consul General also paid a visit to Mazar-e-Quaid near the end of May to pay his respects to the Founder of the Nation.
Address: E/1-5, Shahrah-e-Iran, Clifton, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35874619
Korean Consulate
The Korean Consulate organises events like Traditional Korean performances as well as offering visa and consular services to Pakistanis and Koreans alike.
Address: House No.101, 29th Street, off Khayaban-e-Muhafiz, Phase 6, DHA. Karachi
Phone: (021) 35853950
Consulate General of the State of Kuwait
The Kuwaiti Consulate provides information on work and visit visas and also hosts events like the National Day of Kuwait, which was celebrated this year at the Movenpick Hotel in February.
Address: Plot No: ST-19/20, E- Street, Block-4, Clifton, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35873805
Consulate General of Qatar
Along with celebrating the National Day of Qatar in December 2018, the Qatari consulate also offers visa advice and passport support to Pakistanis and Qatari nationals respectively.
Address: House No: 16, Khayaban-e-Hafiz, Phase 5, DHA, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35862171
Consulate General of Russia
The Russian Consulate hosts a number of events for the Russian community in Karachi, such as Orthodox Easter, traditional concerts, Diplomats’ Day and more. It provides Russian nationals with the support they require while residing in Pakistan.
Address: Plot No. FL-1, Scheme 5, Shahrah-e-Attar, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35861336
Sri Lankan Consulate
Aside from offering consular services and guidelines for people travelling to Sri Lanka, the start of the Sri Lankan Airlines to Karachi from 1st June 2019 will also ease travel and communication for people in both the countries.
Address: 20/1, 18th Street, Khayaban-e-Shamsheer Phase 5, DHA, Karachi,
Phone: (021) 35346614
Royal Thailand Consulate General
Get all the information you need about visa requirements from the Thai Consulate’s website. Aside from offering consular support, the consulate hosts events like Her Majesty the Queen’s birthday.
Address: 151, Main Khayaban-e-Hafiz, Phase 6, DHA, Karachi,
Phone: (021) 35855405
Turkish Consulate General
As part of their diplomatic mission, the Turkish Consulate in Karachi participates in educational fairs, Turkish Airlines’ award ceremonies, and more. As Turkey is a major travelling destination for Pakistanis, you can get visa appointments directly from their website as well, while also having the facility of checking your application status online.
Address: 29-A, Khayaban-e-Hafiz – Phase 5, DHA, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35874334
Consulate General of the United States, Karachi
From discussing women’s role in Pakistan’s development to spreading awareness among the masses, the US Consulate takes its diplomatic mission seriously. It also offers all forms of consular services and visa information to people who want to visit the US.
Address: Plot 3-5, New TPX Area, Mai Kolachi Bypass, Intelligence Colony, Karachi
Phone: (021) 35275000
Other Embassies/Consulates in Karachi
Here are the contact details for some of the other embassies/consulates in Karachi:
| Embassy/Consulate | Address | Contact Number |
| Consulate General of The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan | Street 26, Block 5, Clifton, Karachi | (021) 35821261 |
| Royal Danish Consulate General in Karachi | 14-Clifton, Street No. 12A, Off Shahrah-e-Iran, Clifton, Karachi | (021) 35873732 |
| Consulate General of France | 12/A, Mohammad Ali Bogra road, Bath Island, Karachi | (021) 35873797 |
| Consulate General of The Islamic Republic of Iran | 81, Shahrah-e-Iran, Clifton, Karachi | (021) 35369167 |
| Consulate General of Italy | 85, Shahrah-e-Iran, Block 5 Clifton, Karachi | (021) 35870031 |
| Consulate General of Japan in Karachi | 6/2, Civil Lines, Abdullah Haroon Road, Karachi | (021) 35220800 |
| Consulate General of Malaysia | House No. 29, 9th Street Khayaban-e-Shamsheer, Phase 5, DHA, Karachi | (021) 35295618 |
| Philippine Consulate, Karachi | Room 28-C, JOFA Group Building, 2nd Floor, Main 26th Street, Tauheed Commercial Area, Phase V Ext., DHA, Karachi | (021) 35370880 |
| The Royal Consulate of Saudi Arabia Karachi | 20-22, Khayaban-e-Hafiz, Phase 5, DHA, Karachi | (021) 35841154 |
| Consulate General of The United Arab Emirates, Karachi | 217/A, 36th Street, Khayaban-e-Qasim, Phase 8, DHA, Karachi | (021) 35161111 |
You can call any of the above-mentioned embassies/consulates between 9 am and 4 pm from Monday to Thursday to get more information on what services the embassy/consulate is offering.
Honorary Consulates in Karachi
Aside from the diplomatic missions discussed above, there are also some honorary consulates in Karachi that do not perform the duties of a consulate but do represent a local presence. The countries having honorary consulates in Karachi include:
| Austria | Ireland | Norway |
| Belgium | Kyrgyzstan | The Republic of Poland |
| The Republic of Botswana | Latvia | Romania |
| Brazil | Madagascar | The Republic of Serbia |
| Canada | Maldives | Sierra Leone |
| Chile | Malta | Seychelles |
| The Republic of Cyprus | The Republic of Mauritius | Singapore |
| The Czech Republic | Mexico | Sweden |
| Equatorial Guinea | Monaco | Tajikistan |
| Ethiopia | Mozambique | The Federal Republic of Somalia |
| Finland | Nepal | Uganda |
| Greece | Netherlands | Ukraine |
| New Zealand |
This wraps up our list of the embassies/consulates in Karachi. You can even check out embassies/consulates in Lahore if you reside there.
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