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Afghanistan · Visas & ImmigrationAfghanistan e-Visa
Afghanistan's first-ever online visa system, letting most nationalities apply for a tourist e-Visa without visiting an embassy - a genuine change from years of embassy-only processing.
What it helps with
- A visa before travelOnline.
- Approval by emailPrint and carry.
- Tracking an applicationStatus online.
About Afghanistan e-Visa
Launched in March 2026 and operated on behalf of Afghanistan's General Consulate in Dubai, the eAfghans portal issues a single-entry tourist e-Visa entirely online, with approval typically arriving within a few hours to 24 hours by email as a PDF. It's the first time in the country's history that a legal entry visa has been obtainable without an in-person embassy visit.
Key Features
- Fully Online Application: Submit passport details, a photo, and payment without visiting a consulate.
- Fast Processing: Many applicants report approval within a few hours.
- Single-Entry Tourist Visa: Valid for a 30-day stay within a 3-month window from issuance.
- Broad Eligibility: Open to nearly all nationalities, with a short exceptions list.
How to Get Started
- Apply through the official eAfghans portal and select the tourist visa option.
- Upload your passport scan and a recent photo, and provide an address in Afghanistan.
- Pay the visa fee (government fee plus a smaller portal service fee) online.
- Download your approved e-Visa PDF and print it before travel.
Before you use it
- Good to know: Approval can take weeks; apply well before your planned date.
- Limits: Many governments advise against all travel to Afghanistan, and travel insurance often does not cover it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Afghanistan e-Visa work with a foreign bank card in Afghanistan?
- Yes - Afghanistan e-Visa accepts foreign-issued cards in Afghanistan.
- Is Afghanistan e-Visa available in English?
- Yes, Afghanistan e-Visa has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Afghanistan e-Visa?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Afghanistan e-Visa.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Afghanistan e-Visa?
- No, Afghanistan e-Visa doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Afghanistan e-Visa?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does Afghanistan e-Visa cost?
- Visa fee by nationality and type