Legal guide
Visitation Rights in Pakistan
Guide to visitation rights in Pakistan, including parental access, court schedules, child welfare factors, and enforcement when access is denied.
Visitation is usually framed around the child's welfare, not parental entitlement alone
Courts try to preserve a stable and meaningful relationship with the non-custodial parent unless there is a genuine welfare risk. The details depend on the child's age, schooling, travel distance, and the conduct of the parents.
Common visitation structures
- Weekend physical meetings
- Midweek access or supervised contact
- Holiday and Eid schedules
- Phone or video access for overseas or distant parents
When access is denied
If one parent repeatedly blocks court-ordered contact, enforcement steps may be needed. Courts take persistent obstruction seriously where it harms the child's relationship with the other parent.

Written By Adv. Khurram Shahbaz Malhi
Reviewed by Adv. Khurram Shahbaz Malhi

