What do I need to do to see the Wagha/Wagah border ceremony from the Pakistani side?
The Wikivoyage article on the Wagah/Wagha "Beating Retreat" ceremony mentions that I can take Minibus No. 4 from Lahore to the Pakistani side of the border, but the section on how to get seated for the actual event only seems to cover what to do on the Indian side. It does mention that the Pakistani side draws a smaller crowd.
An existing question on this site covers the Indian side.
If I want to see the border ceremony from the Pakistani side as a foreigner, is it acceptable to simply show up before the ceremony, or do I need to do anything, such as buy a ticket or obtain travel clearance?
To be clear, my nationality does require a visa to enter Pakistan, but that is not part of the question. Assuming that I have (or can obtain) the proper visa, can I simply travel from Lahore straight to the border and expect to be seated as a spectator?
I'm not asking about how to cross the border there, only view the border ceremony.
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How can I get entry to Wagah Border Ceremony?
You need to get registered at commissioner's office at Khasa village some 19 km before wagha border and the timings are 9 AM to 1 PM. they will issue a pass and your name with other details will be sent to the authorities at Wagha.Do we need ticket for Wagah border?
There is no entrance ticket for the Wagah Border spectacle. Hence, no advance booking is necessary....How can I watch Wagah border parade?
You need to apply at BSF HQ at Amritsar. A day before or at least in the morning of the parade day. You have to write an application to BSF director regarding VIP seats at submit to the checkpost at the gate. In the evening while departing for Wagha if your name is in list then only you get a VIP seat.How can I book my seat in Wagah border?
Hi there is no online booking for the VIP pass. You need to go there a day in advance with your id proof and request for a pass, you collect the passes next day on your way to the Wagah border. The pass window is a few KM's before the border. You need a pass only if you want preferential seating.Wagah Border ceremony - Pakistan side
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