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Afghanistan does not allow entry with a national ID card. All travelers, regardless of nationality, must present a valid passport to enter Afghanistan. No exemptions are currently in place for entry with ID cards. Always confirm with local Afghan authorities or a consulate for the most up-to-date entry requirements.
All travelers are required to present a valid passport to enter Afghanistan. Here is a general guide:
There are currently no visa-free entry agreements for Afghanistan. All foreign travelers must obtain a visa prior to arrival, regardless of the passport they hold.
Travelers must apply for a visa at an Afghan embassy or consulate before their trip. A valid passport with at least six months of validity is required for the visa application. It’s essential to verify the latest visa regulations, as they may change frequently.
Note: Always check the latest entry requirements and travel advisories from your government or the Afghan consulate before planning your trip.
Afghanistan has limited toll roads, and road infrastructure varies significantly across the country. Some main roads may have informal tolls, especially near border crossings or on major routes such as the Kabul-Kandahar highway.
Afghanistan has a continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The weather can vary dramatically depending on the region and altitude.
Summers in Afghanistan are hot, especially in lowland areas like Kandahar, with temperatures reaching 95°F to 104°F (35°C to 40°C). Mountainous regions are cooler.
Winters are cold, particularly in central and northern Afghanistan, with temperatures dropping below 32°F (0°C), and heavy snowfall in mountainous areas.
Spring and autumn offer milder temperatures and are ideal for travel. However, spring can bring heavy rains and floods in some regions.
The official currency of Afghanistan is the Afghani (AFN). The Afghani is abbreviated as AFN and symbolized as "؋".
Afghani banknotes are available in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500, and 1,000 AFN. Coins are rarely used.
Currency exchange services are available in major cities like Kabul, but international credit and debit cards are often not accepted. It’s advisable to carry cash in US dollars (USD) for easier exchanges.
Credit and debit cards are accepted only in a limited number of places, mainly in Kabul. Travelers are advised to carry cash for most transactions.
