Tourist Visa
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 7-14 working days
- Fee
- $150 USD
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
All nationalities require a visa to visit Afghanistan. Tourist visas valid for 90 days with authorized stay of 30 days. Applications must be submitted in person at an Afghan embassy or consulate. Travel permits from Ministry of Information and Culture required upon arrival specifying provinces to visit. No e-visa or visa on arrival for general tourists.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities eligible to apply for tourist visa
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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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: Invitation letter from tour operator or sponsoring organization in Afghanistan
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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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Travel itinerary
Provide an itinerary showing travel dates, destinations and planned accommodation.
Must include addresses: Yes; Must include dates: Yes
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, Money Order; Amount: $150 USD
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, travel itinerary, and invitation letter
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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