Afghanistan e-Visa for citizens of Turkey: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Turkey apply online before departure, for stays up to 30 days.
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Allowed stay
30 days
Our guide to the Afghanistan visa from Turkey
Turkish nationals need a visa to travel to Afghanistan. A tourist e-visa is generally available online; otherwise the application goes through an Afghan mission.
Turkey has no visa exemption for Afghanistan, so a tourist visa must be obtained before departure. Turkish travellers can in principle use the Afghan e-visa portal, or apply at the Afghan embassy in Ankara or its consulate in Istanbul. Plan ahead, as the exact channel and timelines can vary.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. As a Turkish citizen you must obtain a visa to enter Afghanistan, including for a tourist stay. The visa has to be arranged before you travel: there is no exemption for Turkish nationals and you should not count on being regularised on arrival. Treat it as a mandatory step in preparing the trip.
How much does an e-visa for Afghanistan cost from Turkey?
The official fee for an e-visa for Afghanistan is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Afghanistan really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Afghanistan?
The exact list for Afghanistan is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Afghanistan before you apply.
Documents and fees
Prepare a Turkish passport valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry, a compliant passport photo (or a scan for the e-visa) and the usual supporting documents: purpose of travel, accommodation and possibly an invitation letter or itinerary. The fee amount and the exact document list are not set here: they depend on the portal or the Afghan mission and must be confirmed directly at the official source before any payment.
How to apply for an e-visa for Afghanistan from Turkey
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How and where to apply
When the official Afghan e-visa portal is open to Turkish nationals, the application is made entirely online: account, form, document uploads, payment, then the authorisation by email. If the online channel does not fit your situation, lodge your file at the Afghan embassy in Ankara or the consulate in Istanbul. Contact the mission in advance to confirm the procedure, how documents are submitted and collected, and which channel is accepted.
Where do you apply for a visa for Afghanistan from Turkey?
An e-visa for Afghanistan is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
You live in Turkey on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Turkey but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Afghanistan take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing and tips
Processing time depends on the channel used (e-visa or consular submission in Ankara or Istanbul) and is not guaranteed; ask the official source for a current estimate. Submit your application several weeks ahead and keep a printed copy of the authorisation. Also check the health entry requirements, including a possible yellow-fever vaccination certificate if you transit a risk area, and review travel advice before booking.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not mistake the close ties between the two countries for a visa waiver: none exists. Make sure the name and passport number you enter match the document exactly, as a mistake can invalidate an e-visa. Do not go through unofficial intermediary sites that add surcharges, and do not let the passport's validity fall below the required 6 months.
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Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Duration
30 days
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Tips for extending your stay in Afghanistan
- Contact the Afghan embassy in Turkey for any extension requests before your visa expires.
- Prepare a complete file with solid supporting documents to facilitate the extension.
- Respect local rules and avoid overstaying without authorization to prevent sanctions.
A Turkish traveler wishing to extend their tourist visa in Afghanistan should go to the Afghan embassy in Ankara with their passport, current visa, and a letter explaining the reasons for the extension. It is recommended to do this at least one week before the visa's validity expires.
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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
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