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title: Afghanistan visa for citizens of India
description: Citizens of India need a visa for Afghanistan and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-04
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# Afghanistan visa for citizens of India

Citizens of India need a visa for Afghanistan and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-09-04. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://evisa.afghanistan.af

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa (Tourist) — Afghanistan
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Create account on official e-Visa portal** — Register with your email on the Afghan e-Visa website.
2. **Complete online application form** — Provide personal details, purpose of visit, and travel plans.
3. **Upload required documents** — Attach passport scan, photo, bookings, and financial proof.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay by card where supported on the portal.
5. **Await approval and receive e-Visa by email** — Print the approval letter / e-Visa for travel.
6. **Arrive at Kabul International Airport (KBL)** — Entry is permitted only through KBL; present printed e-Visa and documents.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio page scan** (Identity): Valid passport copy, typically with at least 6 months validity.
- **Digital passport photo** (Identity): Recent white-background photograph per online upload specs.
- **Completed online application form** (Supporting): Filled on the official e-Visa portal.
- **Hotel booking / accommodation details** (Travel): Confirmed stay in Afghanistan.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Afghanistan.
- **Bank statement / proof of funds** (Financial): Evidence of sufficient funds for the trip.
- **Letter explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting, optional): May be requested for tourism or other purposes.
- **Vaccination records (e.g., polio/COVID)** (Supporting, optional): May be requested given arrival via Kabul International Airport.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested during application or on arrival.

## Good to know

- Entry is only permitted through Kabul International Airport (KBL).
- India is listed among excluded countries of residence for the online e-Visa, so Indian nationals may need to verify eligibility or apply via an embassy; check the portal before applying.
- Afghanistan remains under serious security advisories for Indian nationals; government travel warnings strongly advise against travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Ineligible nationality or country of residence per e-Visa restrictions** — Confirm eligibility on the official portal before applying; Indian residents may need embassy-based application.
- **Poor quality or incomplete document uploads** — Upload clear, valid passport scan and all required supporting documents.
- **Missing accommodation or onward travel plans** — Provide confirmed hotel booking and return/onward ticket.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of India need a visa for Afghanistan?

Citizens of India need a visa for Afghanistan and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa (Tourist) — Afghanistan.

### How long can citizens of India stay in Afghanistan?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of India need for Afghanistan?

Passport bio page scan; Digital passport photo; Completed online application form; Hotel booking / accommodation details; Return or onward ticket; Bank statement / proof of funds; and 2 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Afghanistan?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://evisa.afghanistan.af. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- Afghanistan Visa Guide for Indian citizens (2026) — Complete Handbook (visitplane.com, third-party site)
- E-Afghans Portal - Your Digital Gateway to Afghan Consular Services (eafghans.com, third-party site)
- Afghanistan e-Visa 2025: Eligibility, Fees & Application Guide — Visamundi (visamundi.co, third-party site)
- [evisa.afghanistan.af](https://evisa.afghanistan.af)

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