This guide explains which borders matter to visitors and what we could confirm. Last checked: October 2026. Border status changes without notice, so confirm with the relevant authorities before you plan any crossing.
Quick answer: which Pakistan borders can tourists use?
In practice, the Khunjerab Pass to China is the only land crossing most travellers can plan around, and only in season. The Attari-Wagah crossing with India and the Kartarpur Corridor have been closed since 2025.
Pakistan border crossings at a glance
| Border | Main crossing | Status for travellers when we last checked |
|---|---|---|
| India | Attari-Wagah | Closed to travellers since 2025 following the Pahalgam attack and its aftermath; no reopening date reported |
| India | Kartarpur Corridor | Closed since May 2025; reports say Sikh pilgrims can only visit by visa through Attari-Wagah, which is also closed |
| China | Khunjerab Pass, via Sost | Open seasonally; immigration is at Sost and Tashkurgan, with buses on weekdays |
| Afghanistan | Torkham and Chaman | Reported closed to normal traffic in 2026; not recommended for travellers |
| Iran | Taftan, Balochistan | In an area where governments advise against travel; not recommended as a tourist route |
Wagah and the daily ceremony
The Wagah border crossing near Lahore has been closed to travellers, but the daily flag-lowering ceremony on the Pakistani side has continued in some form. The format has been scaled back at times, so confirm locally whether visitors are admitted. Entry to the ceremony has generally been free. See our Lahore travel guide for timing and tips.
Kartarpur Corridor
The 4.7 km corridor links Dera Baba Nanak in India with Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Narowal, Pakistan. It opened in 2019 for visa-free pilgrim access from India, and it has been closed since May 2025. Pakistan reportedly kept its side open, but India suspended crossings. An agreement covering the corridor was extended to 2029, but that does not mean crossings have resumed.
Khunjerab Pass and Sost
At about 4,693 m, the Khunjerab Pass on the Karakoram Highway is the highest paved international border crossing. Pakistani immigration and customs are at Sost, around 85 km from the pass, and the Chinese side is at Tashkurgan. The road and crossing usually open from around April or May to November depending on snow. See our Sost dry port and China border guide. Travellers also need a visa for China and should check whether foreign nationals may cross.
Afghanistan and Iran
Torkham in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Chaman in Balochistan are major trade crossings. Regional tensions have also disrupted travel involving Iran. We do not recommend these as tourist routes.
Visas and documents
A Pakistan visa alone does not give you the right to cross any border. You also need the visa and rules of the country you are entering, and the crossing must be open to foreign nationals. See our Pakistan visa guide and travel documents checklist.
Safety around border areas
- Check the latest advice from your government for the areas you plan to visit.
- Do not photograph military installations or checkpoints.
- Travel in daylight, carry your original passport, and follow instructions from security personnel.
Borders of Pakistan FAQs
Can I cross from Pakistan into India by land?
Not at present. The Attari-Wagah crossing has been closed to travellers since 2025, and no reopening date was reported when we last checked.
Is the Kartarpur Corridor open?
No. It has been closed since May 2025, and crossings have not resumed.
Can tourists cross into China at Khunjerab?
It depends on the season, current rules and your visa. The crossing is seasonal and runs on weekdays, so confirm with your operator and the Sost checkpoint.
Is the Wagah ceremony still held?
A flag-lowering ceremony has continued on the Pakistani side, but arrangements have changed at times. Confirm locally before you go.
What is the highest border crossing in Pakistan?
Khunjerab Pass at about 4,693 m, on the China border.
How long are Pakistan’s borders?
Published figures vary by source and by how the Line of Control is counted. Roughly 960 km with Iran, 520 km with China and 2,600 km or more with Afghanistan are commonly cited, and the India border is often given between about 2,900 and 3,300 km.
Final thoughts on the borders of Pakistan
Treat every crossing as uncertain and check current status before you plan. For most travellers, the practical options are the Wagah ceremony, if visitors are admitted, and the Khunjerab road in season.