Islamabad: Public access to National Assembly sittings is controlled by an admission card system, as outlined in a recent press release. The cards are issued under the supervision of the House and Library Committee, and the Speaker holds the authority to manage access to the public galleries. The Speaker can also clear the galleries when deemed necessary, particularly during secret sittings when all strangers, including the public, are excluded.

According to Free and Fair Election Network, public access to parliamentary proceedings is considered essential to democratic practice, as Parliament serves as a representation of the people. While the admission card system might pose certain practical challenges, it ensures that the galleries remain a public space within the House precincts. The Speaker's control over gallery access is aimed at maintaining security and order during the proceedings.

Citizens interested in observing the National Assembly in person can apply for admission cards through the House and Library Committee. Additionally, parliamentary proceedings are available for public viewing via live broadcasts on Parliament TV and the National Assembly's official YouTube channel. Instructions for obtaining a visitor's pass for the public galleries are detailed on the National Assembly's website.

The proceedings are conducted in accordance with the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the National Assembly, 2007. These rules, initially passed on 23 February 2007, have been amended 22 times, with the most recent amendment occurring on 9 March 2026.