Gerry’s has announced an important update for Pakistanis applying for Saudi Arabia work visas, with the Tasheer Visa Application Centre in Lahore shifted to a new location from August 31, 2026.
According to the latest update, Saudi work visa applicants in Lahore will now have their applications processed at the new Tasheer Visa Application Centre located at 20, Ex American Centre Building, Queen’s Road, opposite Ganga Ram Hospital, Mozang Chungi, Lahore – 54000.
Applicants can contact Gerry’s at 0900 07860 for further information or visit the official Gerry’s Visa website.
Saudi visa applicants can submit their applications through Gerry’s Visa/Tasheer centres operating in major Pakistani cities, including Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Multan and Quetta.
How to apply for a Saudi Arabia visa through Gerry’s/Tasheer
Applicants generally need to follow these steps:
- Start the application: Depending on the visa category, begin the process through Saudi Arabia’s official visa platform or an authorised channel.
- Book an appointment: Schedule an appointment through the Tasheer visa application portal.
- Visit the visa centre: Submit the required documents and complete biometric registration at the designated Tasheer centre.
- Track the application: Applicants can track their visa application and collect their passport or choose courier delivery where available.
Saudi Arabia visa categories for Pakistanis
Tourist visa
Saudi tourist visas are available for leisure, events, family visits and Umrah, while Hajj requires a separate visa process. Standard tourist visas generally allow stays of up to 90 days.
Applicants may need a passport with at least six months’ validity, financial documents, travel arrangements and medical insurance, depending on the visa route.
Pakistani applicants holding valid and previously used US, UK or Schengen visas may also qualify for certain simplified visa or visa-on-arrival arrangements, subject to current Saudi rules.
Business visa
The Saudi business visa is intended for commercial visits, meetings and business-related activities.
Applicants may need an electronic invitation from a Saudi company approved by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with supporting documents from their Pakistani employer or company.
A valid passport, photographs and the required application forms may also be required.
Umrah and Hajj visa
Umrah and Hajj visas are specifically issued for religious pilgrimages.
Umrah applicants must follow the approved visa and booking procedures, while Hajj applications are subject to separate registration periods and requirements.
Applicants may be required to provide a valid passport, biometric information and a meningococcal meningitis vaccination certificate, along with approved pilgrimage arrangements where applicable.
Family and personal visit visa
Family or personal visit visas allow eligible applicants to visit relatives or other approved contacts residing in Saudi Arabia.
Applicants may need an approved electronic visa authorisation from Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with the sponsor’s Iqama and passport copies.
Depending on the application, additional documents such as a medical report or Police Clearance Certificate may also be requested.
Applicants are advised to check the latest requirements for their specific visa category before visiting a Tasheer centre, as requirements and procedures can change.