Greece Visit Visa from Pakistan 2026: New GVC World Centres, Fees & Documents

Planning a trip to Athens, Santorini or the Greek islands? The way Pakistanis apply for a Greece visit visa changed in June 2026. The Greek Embassy in Islamabad now accepts visa applications only through Global Visa Center World (GVCW), with Visa Application Centres in Islamabad and Lahore, and appointments must be booked online. Here is what has changed, what it costs, and how to prepare a strong Schengen file for Greece.

What changed: GVC World is now the only route

In an announcement dated 12 June 2026, the Embassy of Greece in Islamabad said that from 15 June 2026 all visa appointments, including work visas, must be booked online through the GVCW portal and submitted at the Visa Application Centres in Islamabad and Lahore. GVCW describes itself as the exclusive external service provider for the Greek consular authorities in Pakistan, and says its centres opened on 22 June (Islamabad) and 29 June (Lahore).

Fees, stay and timelines at a glance

According to GVCW, both the visa fee and the service fee are paid in Pakistani rupees, with the service fee converted daily at the European Central Bank EUR/PKR rate. Visa fees are non-refundable, even if the visa is refused. GVCW says applications may take up to 15 days to process, which can be extended to 45 calendar days in some cases (the site also mentions up to 30 days elsewhere), so apply well in advance. You can lodge an application up to six months before your trip.

Where to apply: Islamabad and Lahore centres

Islamabad: Gerry’s Building, adjacent to Punjab Cash & Carry, Park Road, Chattha Bakhtawar, Chak Shahzad.
Lahore: Ground Floor, MCT Madina Corporate Tower, 8 Queens Road.

Both centres accept submissions 09:00–15:00, Monday to Friday (except holidays). Note that GVCW lists Thursday and Friday as the submission days for Schengen Type C (visit) applications. The GVCW helpline is +92 (0) 900 07860. Bring a printed copy of your appointment confirmation, and submit each applicant’s file separately on A4 paper.

The booking platform is meant for individual applicants. GVCW asks applicants to cancel slots they no longer need and warns that excessive bookings can be cancelled. If a travel agent collects passports on your behalf, they need a signed authorisation letter from every applicant plus agency ID.

Core documents for a Greece visit visa

• Completed and signed application form
• Two recent colour photos (white background)
• Passport valid 3+ months after return, 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years
• Copies of passport data page and previous visas
• Travel medical insurance, minimum €30,000, valid across Schengen
• Printed GVCW appointment confirmation

These are the basic requirements GVCW lists; purpose-specific documents (tourism, family visit, business) are added on top. For a tourist trip, a well-prepared file normally also shows your itinerary, accommodation, financial means and your ties to Pakistan. Our guides on bank statements, proving ties to Pakistan and cover letters explain what officers look for. Always download the latest checklist from the GVCW website before your appointment.

Quick answers

Can I still apply directly at the Greek Embassy? No. For visas, the Embassy directs applicants to book online with GVCW and submit at its Islamabad or Lahore centre.

Can I get an urgent appointment? The Embassy says urgent appointment requests will not be accepted, so plan ahead.

Does a Greek visa let me visit other Schengen countries? A Type C Schengen visa generally allows travel in the Schengen area, but Greece should be your main destination (or first entry if stays are equal). See our Schengen checklist.

Will I get my fee back if refused? No — visa and service fees are non-refundable.

Visa rules, fees and procedures change frequently. Always confirm the latest requirements on the official Embassy of Greece in Islamabad and GVC World Pakistan websites before applying.