Kashmir Permits Guide 2026: Which Areas Need Permits & How to Get Them
Most visitors to Kashmir’s main destinations — Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg — do not need any special permit beyond a standard photo ID. But certain areas of J&K do require permits, and not knowing this in advance can mean being turned away at a checkpoint after hours of travel. This guide covers every permit requirement for J&K in 2026 — which areas need them, who …
