Moving from Pakistan
Pakistan vs 
United Kingdom
Photo: Palace of Westminster and the River Thames, London · Colin, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
To live as well as on Rs 100,000 a month in Pakistan, you would need about
GBP 1,070 a month in United Kingdom (US$1,430)
Everyday prices in United Kingdom are about 4.0× Pakistan's.
| In Pakistan | Equivalent in United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Rs 50,000 | GBP 536 (US$717) |
| Rs 100,000 | GBP 1,070 (US$1,430) |
| Rs 200,000 | GBP 2,150 (US$2,870) |
| Rs 400,000 | GBP 4,290 (US$5,740) |
Try your own amount in the cost of living calculator → National averages: rents in the biggest cities are usually higher.
Side by side
| Pakistan | United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| Coldest / warmest month (main city) | 20° / 31°C (Karachi) | 4° / 18°C (London) |
| Everyday prices (US = 100) | 23 | 92 |
| Income per person a year (PPP $) | 6,600 | 64,600 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% | 4.7% |
| Homicides per 100,000 | 4.3 | 1.1 |
| Political stability (-2.5 to 2.5) | -1.95 | 0.29 |
| Life expectancy | 67.8 years | 81.4 years |
| Fine-particle pollution (µg/m³) | 58 | 9 |
| Languages (editorial) | Urdu, English, regional languages | English |
Green marks where United Kingdom does better than Pakistan on that measure. Sources and years are on the country page.
Language and daily life
An island nation of four countries with London as a global finance hub, a mild and changeable climate, and a dense rail network. Editorial
English is an official language, so English-speaking Pakistanis can work and study without learning a new language.
Visas for Pakistanis
- Visiting: Pakistani passport holders need a visa arranged in advance. All visa-free countries.
- Living there: you need a residence route (work, study, family or investment). Rules change often; check the official site: www.gov.uk.
- United Kingdom family / spouse visa guide
- United Kingdom student visa guide
- United Kingdom tourist / visit visa guide
- United Kingdom work visa guide
- Study in United Kingdom
- Scholarships in United Kingdom
Questions
How much money do I need in United Kingdom compared with Pakistan?
To live as well as on Rs 100,000 a month in Pakistan, you would need about GBP 1,070 a month in United Kingdom (about US$1,430), based on World Bank price levels and today's exchange rate. Everyday prices in United Kingdom are about 4.0 times those in Pakistan.
Is United Kingdom safer than Pakistan?
United Kingdom records 1.1 intentional homicides per 100,000 people a year, against 4.3 in Pakistan (UNODC via the World Bank). Political stability scores are 0.29 and -1.95 respectively.
Can Pakistanis move to United Kingdom?
It depends on the route: work, study, family or investment, each with its own rules. Start with the official immigration website (www.gov.uk). For a short visit, Pakistani passport holders currently need visa required.
Figures from the World Bank (CC BY 4.0) and NASA POWER, with today's exchange rates. National averages hide differences between cities. Not immigration advice.