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Pakistan fans' guide to Cricket World Cup 2027

Practical, verified travel guidance for Pakistani cricket fans planning a trip to the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The priority for a Pakistani passport holder is securing advance visas for all three host countries — this guide explains what to arrange first.

Last reviewed · July 2026

The tournament

Tournament status

For confirmed tournament dates, hosts, venues and current event status, see the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 hub. The full match schedule — including any India–Pakistan fixture — has not yet been released, so treat any specific match, date or venue as unconfirmed until the ICC publishes it.

Entry requirements

Do Pakistani passport holders need a visa for South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia?

Pakistani passport holders need a visa for all three host countries, and each has a different process. Plan early — the summary below reflects published policy but can change, so always confirm with each country's official immigration authority before you book.

South Africa: A visa is required and should be applied for in advance through the Department of Home Affairs. Allow plenty of time before travel.
Zimbabwe (Category C): Pakistan is in Zimbabwe's Category C: you must apply for and obtain visa approval online, before travelling, via the official Zimbabwe e-Visa portal. Visa on arrival is not available for Category C nationals.
Namibia: A visa should be arranged in advance via Namibia's official Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security e-services portal.

Apply early — approval before travel

Because Zimbabwe requires Category C nationals to secure approval before departure, and all three countries require advance visas, start your applications well ahead of any booking. Confirm current requirements with each official immigration authority and check the Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs guidance before making non-refundable arrangements.

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Getting there

Flying to Southern Africa from Pakistan

Routings from Pakistan are typically one-stop via Gulf or African hubs, so most fans connect through a third country. Confirm transit-visa and onward-ticket rules with your airline and any transit country before you fly — specific carriers, routes, durations and fares change throughout the year, so compare current options directly with airlines rather than relying on fixed estimates.

Because you also need advance visas for all three host countries, secure those approvals before you ticket a multi-stop itinerary. Make sure your passport has at least six months' validity beyond your travel dates and enough blank pages for entry stamps and visas.

Practical

Time difference between Pakistan and Southern Africa

All three host countries run on UTC+2 year-round — three hours behind Pakistan (PKT, UTC+5), so the time change is small.

For money, South Africa uses the rand (ZAR), the Namibian dollar is pegged 1:1 to the rand, and Zimbabwe uses the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) alongside the US dollar. Confirm card acceptance and cash needs with your bank before you travel.

Stay informed

Travel advice for Pakistani fans

For health preparation, consult a travel-health clinic and official guidance well before departure, as some routes and transit points can affect vaccination requirements. For safety and entry updates, rely on the Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and each destination's official advisories rather than informal sources.