VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR U.S. CITIZENS TO ENTER AFGHANISTAN

For Tourist Visa

  1. Your valid, signed U.S. passport, must have at least 6 months remaining validity beyond your intended stay in Afghanistan. You must have at least one (1) blank visa page. Amendment pages do not count.
  2. One (1) Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed.
  3. One (1) Passport-type Photograph, must be 2" x 2" and taken recently.
  4. A copy of round-trip arline tickets or a flight itinerary.
  5. A letter addressed to the Embassy of Afghanistan detailing the purpose of your visit and your intended activities in Afghanistan during your visit.
  6. Complete our Visa Order Form (print from browser).


For Business Visa

  1. Your valid, signed U.S. passport, must have at least 6 months remaining validity beyond your intended stay in Afghanistan. You must have at least one (1) blank visa page. Amendment pages do not count.
  2. One (1) Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed.
  3. One (1) Passport-type Photograph, must be 2" x 2" and taken recently.
  4. A copy of round-trip arline tickets or a flight itinerary.
  5. A business letter of responsibility (Sample) is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:

    Embassy of Afghanistan, Visa Section, Washington, D.C.

    The letter must explain all of the following:
    • The purpose of visit
    • Business reference in Afghanistan to be visited
    • Company guarantee of financial responsibility for the applicant and their return transportation to the U.S.

  6. Complete our Visa Order Form (print from browser).

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Fees:

  • Consular Fee:

    Short-Term Visas (Stay Up To 1 Month):
     
    • $50.00 - Per Single Entry Visa (1 Month Stay): 3 weeks processing
    • $70.00 - Per Single Entry Visa (1 Month Stay): 7 business days processing
    • $100.00 - Per Single Entry Visa (1 Month Stay): 1-2 business days processing

    Long-Term Visas (Stay Up To 3 Months / 6 Months):

    • $140.00 - Per Single Entry Visa (3 Months Stay): 1-2 business days processing
    • $180.00 - Per Single Entry Visa (6 Months Stay): 1-2 business days processing

  • Service Fee:
    • $35.00 - Per Short-Term Visa (3 weeks Regular Processing)
    • $55.00 - Per Short-Term Visa (7 business days Rush Processing)
    • $95.00 - Per Short-Term Visa (1-2 business days Emergency Processing) 
    • $95.00 - Per Long-Term Visa (1-2 business days Processing)

  • Return Postage:

    • $25.00 FedEx (Next Business Day / Overnight - up to 3 passports)
    • $19.00 FedEx (2nd Business Day - up to 3 passports)
    • $45.00 FedEx (Saturday Delivery - up to 3 passports)
    • $41.00 FedEx (Alaska, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, USVI, Canada - 2nd Business Day/Overnight Delivery) NO SATURDAY DELIVERY


Please send the completed requirements detailed above to:


Attn: Visa Processing
E&G Visa Services
522 Nelson Street
Rockville, MD 20850
Ph: (202)277-1669
Fax: (301)294-8064


Your application will be checked and hand carried to the Embassy and is usually processed in 3 weeks. Rush service is available in 7 business days or 1-2 business days for additional consular fees.


Visa Information

  • The Embassy of Afghanistan usually issues a Single Entry visa valid for 3 months from the date of issue and valid for a stay in Afghanistan of up to 30 days.
  • Information and visa fees are subject to change without notice.


Important Note: If you require a Rush processing, please call before you mail your documents to us. You MUST send your documents to us by FedEx Overnight/Priority Overnight/First Overnight and call us with your FedEx tracking number. Fail to do so will delay your visa processing.
 

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