🇦🇫Afghanistan Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Asia· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Afghanistan?
It depends on your passport. Out of 195 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 18 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 177 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
E-visa
18
nationalities
Consular visa
177
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom
- 🇺🇸United States
- 🇳🇬Nigeria
- 🇬🇭Ghana
- 🇮🇳India
- 🇵🇰Pakistan
- 🇰🇪Kenya
- 🇺🇬Uganda
- 🇿🇦South Africa
- 🇵🇭Philippines
- 🇨🇦Canada
- 🇦🇺Australia
- All nationalities
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (mumbai.mfa.gov.af), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Afghanistan visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Afghanistan applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa required
- United KingdomVisa required
- AlgeriaVisa required
- JapanVisa required
- TanzaniaVisa required
- MexicoVisa required
- BelarusVisa required
- Sri LankaVisa required
- MyanmarVisa required
- PeruVisa required
- Saudi ArabiaE-visaStay: 30 days
- IndonesiaE-visaStay: 30 days
- IraqVisa required
- MaldivesVisa required
- JordanVisa required
- OmanE-visaStay: 30 days
- ChileVisa required
- MoldovaVisa required
- PolandVisa required
- TaiwanVisa required
Afghanistan visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Afghanistan publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 30 days | Portal |
Visas
Visas from this country
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Information
Capital
Kabul
Population
41,128,771
Currency
Afghani (AFN ؋)
Languages
Pashto, Dari
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+93
Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Area
652,230 km²
Government
Islamic Emirate theocracy
National day
August 19 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.af
About
Afghanistan is a landlocked mountainous country in Central Asia controlled by the Taliban since 2021. It operates as an Islamic emirate with power concentrated in the hands of Supreme Leader Haibatullah Akhundzada. The government enforces Sharia law strictly and faces major humanitarian challenges.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(High)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Do not travel alone at night
Terrorism(High)
- Constant risk of attacks by IS-K or other groups
- Remain constantly vigilant
Transport
- Avoid public transportation
- Do not travel by road
Natural risks(Frequent earthquakes, floods, and droughts)
- Follow local alerts
- Prepare emergency kit
Health(Faulty and limited healthcare system)
- Recommended vaccines: hepatitis, typhoid, rabies
- Comprehensive medical insurance required
Practical tips
- Register with the travel registry
- Respect strict Islamic dress code
- Avoid photos of people or official buildings
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Kabul · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
not customary
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Photos
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Afghanistan?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Afghanistan across 195 nationalities: 18 with an e-visa, 177 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →Is it dangerous to travel to Afghanistan?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Very high - Avoid all travel due to Taliban control, terrorism, crime, and instability.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Afghanistan?▾
The official currency is Afghani (AFN ؋). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Afghanistan?▾
The capital of Afghanistan is Kabul. The main spoken languages are: Pashto, Dari.
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