The Embassy of Pakistan in The Hague is Pakistan’s diplomatic mission to the Netherlands. Pakistani nationals in the Netherlands turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Amaliastraat 8, 2514 JC The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 364 89 48 |
| Fax | +31 70 310 60 47 |
| parepthehague@mofa.gov.pk | |
| Website | www.embassyofpakistan.com |
| Head of Mission | Syed Haider Shah, Ambassador |
| National Day | 23 March |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Amaliastraat 8, 2514 JC The Hague.
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the Pakistani Embassy in The Hague
According to the Dutch government, Pakistan is represented by Ambassador Syed Haider Shah (since 26 March 2025). Unlike in most countries, the embassies in the Netherlands are not in the capital Amsterdam but in The Hague, the seat of government.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Pakistani passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
What Pakistani citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Pakistani government information:
Renewing a Pakistani passport from abroad
- Online renewal for overseas Pakistanis on onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk if your machine-readable passport has expired or has less than one year of validity
- Colour scans of your valid CNIC or NICOP (both sides) and of your current passport
- A scan of your valid visa, residence permit, asylum card or other-nationality passport
- Government employees: a no-objection certificate (NOC) from their department
- Fingerprints on the downloadable form; fee by Visa or Mastercard
- Other cases (lost, damaged, new passports for adults): apply at the nearest Pakistani embassy, high commission or consulate with MRP facility
Sources: Directorate General of Immigration & Passports, Pakistan – online passport renewal for overseas Pakistanis, DGI&P – required documents for online renewal (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the website first.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Pakistan?
Dutch citizens need a visa for Pakistan, to be obtained before travelling. Details: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice (in Dutch).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Dutch holidays such as King’s Day (27 April), Ascension Day and Whit Monday; the Pakistani national day (23 March) usually means a closure too. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
Pakistani nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +31 70 364 89 48. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with Dutch authorities. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844.
Diplomatic missions of Pakistan in the Netherlands
Pakistan in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of Pakistan (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Pakistan in The Hague
Where is the Pakistani Embassy in The Hague?
At Amaliastraat 8, 2514 JC The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of Pakistan to the Netherlands?
Syed Haider Shah, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Is the Pakistani Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Pakistan is 23 March; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Pakistan?
Yes, a visa is required before travelling.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for Pakistan (Nederland Wereldwijd), www.embassyofpakistan.com. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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