A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days.

A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days. Permitted stay is 30 days.

United States passport holders can typically stay in Afghanistan for 30 days under the standard entry rules. Longer stays require a separate long-term visa.

United States citizens need an eVisa (Electronic Visa) to enter Afghanistan. A full visa applied for online. Processing typically takes a few business days.

e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). Visitors born in Afghanistan do not require a visa. All visitors are required to register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs upon arrival. The U.S. government forced all Afghan diplomatic missions in the U.S. to close in March 2022. Applicants must now obtain a visa from a mission in another country, unless applying for a visitor eVisa online. Since 2024, the Taliban only accepts visas issued by approved diplomatic missions , though those who have already entered on a visa issued by another mission are allowed to stay. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Afghanistan due to civil unrest, crime, terrorism, risk of wrongful detention, kidnapping, and limited health facilities . U.S. citizens in Afghanistan are urged to depart immediately via commercial means if possible.

Apply online through the official Afghanistan eVisa portal. Typical requirements include a passport scan, passport-sized photo, travel itinerary, and proof of accommodation. Processing usually takes 3-15 business days, so apply well before your trip.

For short business visits like meetings or conferences, United States citizens typically enter Afghanistan under the same rules as tourists. For paid work, long assignments, or activities beyond what a tourist visa allows, a dedicated business or work visa is required. Confirm specifics with the Afghanistan embassy or consulate.