Afghanistan
General visa requirements for travelling to Afghanistan. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Business visa (Business Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 7-14 working days
- Fee
- $150 USD
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Business visas available with validity of 30, 90, or 180 days. Multiple entry permits possible for longer periods. Applications submitted in person at Afghan embassy/consulate. Business travelers may be eligible for visa on arrival at Kabul airport if from countries without Afghan diplomatic mission.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities eligible to apply for business visa
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Purpose of visit
For business, investment, marketing, commercial transactions and similar purposes
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-style photograph with white background taken within last 6 months
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: No; Must include salary: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from sponsoring company in Afghanistan, printed on official letterhead and signed by senior manager
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Online application form; Form url: http://econsulate.mfa.gov.af/InfoVisa.aspx
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, Money Order; Amount: $150 USD
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Company registration
Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.
Accepted documents: Certified documents
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online visa application form at http://econsulate.mfa.gov.af/InfoVisa.aspx
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Document gathering
Gather required documents including passport, photos, business letters, and company documents
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee at Afghan embassy or consulate
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Document submission
Submit printed application form and all documents in person at Afghan embassy or consulate
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing - standard processing takes 7-14 working days
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa from embassy or consulate
Business visa (Business Visa on Arrival)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa on arrival
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- Same day at airport
- Fee
- $150 USD
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Visa on arrival available at Hamid Karzai International Airport for business visitors from countries without Afghan diplomatic mission. Foreign investors can obtain visa on arrival valid up to 3 years through Afghanistan Investment Desk at Kabul Airport. Implementation can be inconsistent.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to business visitors from countries that do not have a diplomatic mission of Afghanistan
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Purpose of visit
For business visitors and foreign investors
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-style photograph
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from sponsoring company or organization in Afghanistan
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash; Amount: $150 USD
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, photos, invitation letter, and visa fee before travel
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Document submission
Submit documents at visa on arrival counter at Hamid Karzai International Airport
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee at airport
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing at airport
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Visa collection
Receive visa and enter Afghanistan