Kabul, Afghanistan – June 2025 — Following a recent meeting with the Afghanistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Afghan Guest Tourist & Travel Agency is pleased to issue an important clarification regarding the current process for obtaining tourist visas for Afghanistan.
Can you get a Tourist Visa on arrival in Afghanistan?
The short answer is No. However, keep reading because we have some great news for travellers living in countries without any Afghan embassy or consulate, including USA and UK tourists..
For travellers residing in countries where there is no Afghanistan embassy or consulate mission, Afghan Guest can directly facilitate the visa process through the Afghanistan Government Tourism Office. Once approved, the tourist visa will be issued and stamped upon arrival at Kabul International Airport or other designated entry points. Please note this can take from 2 up to 10 working days so we advise you to plan ahead and contact the Afghan Guest support team regarding your visa queries.
Travellers with Access to an Afghan Embassy
For guests living in countries where an official Afghanistan embassy or consulate exists, it is required that travellers visit their nearest diplomatic mission to obtain the tourist visa, which will be stamped into their passport prior to travel.
Please note: Tourist visas will not be issued upon arrival unless the proper process has been followed through Afghan Guest for eligible travellers, or through the appropriate embassy for residents of countries with Afghanistan diplomatic missions.
How does Afghan Guest help?
Afghan Guest remains committed to supporting international travellers visiting Afghanistan. Our team provides the necessary documentation, including the mandatory Letter of Invitation (LOI), which is required for all foreign tourists and international visitors.
We are responsible for your safety in Afghanistan and take precautions while providing a hassle-free process from start to finish – allowing you to book both a tour guide and hotel rooms directly with Afghan Guest.
The Letter of Invitation and visa processing support are provided free of charge for all guests who book hotel room accommodations or guided tours through Afghan Guest. Without the Letter of Invitation, a foreign tourist visa cannot be issued.
Updates to our website
We understand this update of advice and clarification will be most welcome news for international travellers, including from the United States of America (USA) and the United Kingdom of Great Britain. We thank the Afghanistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the recent meeting, with increasing interest from international travellers wishing to explore many of Afghanistan’s natural beauty landscapes, architectural sites, Bazaars markets, and the many hidden gems.
