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Netherlands to Afghanistan visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Afghanistan e-Visa?

Through the official E-Afghans portal at eafghans.com/e-visa. The entire process is online, so no embassy visit is required.

Q: How much does the Afghanistan e-Visa cost?

You pay a USD 8 non-refundable application fee up front, then USD 123.71 (USD 120 visa fee plus a USD 3.71 processing charge) once approved, for a total of about USD 128.

Q: How long can I stay, and is it single or multiple entry?

The tourist e-Visa is single entry and allows a stay of up to 30 days. You must enter within 90 days of the issue date.

Q: Which airport can I use to enter with the e-Visa?

Currently the e-Visa is accepted only for arrivals at Kabul International Airport. It is not yet valid at land border crossings.

Netherlands passport holders need an e-Visa to visit Afghanistan. Since March 2026, Afghanistan issues a single-entry tourist e-Visa fully online via the official E-Afghans portal, valid for entry through Kabul International Airport only. A Dutch (Netherlands) ordinary passport holder cannot enter Afghanistan visa-free; a visa is required. As of March 2026, Afghanistan replaced its embassy-based process with an online e-Visa system run through the official E-Afghans portal (eafghans.com/e-visa). The system issues a single-entry tourist e-Visa allowing a stay of up to 30 days, valid for entry within 90 days of issuance. The Netherlands is not on Afghanistan's restricted or ineligible nationality lists, so Dutch citizens may apply directly online without needing to be in a third country. The fee structure is an USD 8 non-refundable application fee paid up front, followed by USD 123.71 (USD 120 visa fee plus a USD 3.71 processing charge) once the application is approved, totaling roughly USD 128-132. Standard processing is typically 1 to 3 weeks, with express same-day processing available at higher cost. Critically, the e-Visa is currently accepted only for arrivals at Kabul International Airport (HIA) and is not yet valid at land borders. Note that the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs maintains a 'do not travel' (red) advisory for all of Afghanistan, so this guidance covers the visa mechanics only and should not be read as a recommendation to travel.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Tourist e-Visa (single entry)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days from date of entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 8 application + USD 123.71 visa (approx. USD 128 total)

consular fee only

Processing time

1-3 weeks standard; same-day express available

standard track

Validity

90 days from date of issue to enter

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Create an account at the official portal eafghans.com/e-visa and select the Tourist e-Visa option with the 3-month (90-day) validity setting.

· Online· Official portal only

/02

Complete the online application form

Enter your personal details exactly as shown in your Dutch passport, plus travel information including accommodation name and a brief itinerary.

· Passport details· Itinerary

/03

Upload supporting documents

Upload a clear copy of your passport bio page (valid at least 6 months) and a recent passport-style photograph. A letter of invitation is optional and not always required.

· Passport copy· Photo

/04

Pay the USD 8 application fee

Pay the non-refundable USD 8 application fee online to submit your application for review.

· USD 8· Non-refundable

/05

Await approval and pay the visa fee

Wait for approval (1-3 weeks standard, or same-day express). Once approved, pay USD 123.71 to receive your digital e-Visa by email.

· USD 123.71· Pay on approval

/06

Travel via Kabul International Airport

Book a flight arriving at Kabul International Airport, the only entry point currently accepting the e-Visa. Carry a printed copy of the e-Visa and your passport.

· Kabul (KBL/HIA) only· Print e-Visa

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Netherlands -> Afghanistan · Tourist e-Visa (single entry)

0 / 13 complete

Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredDutch passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry, with blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Afghanistan tourist e-Visa (printed copy)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredDigital passport-style photograph meeting portal specifications

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredScanned copy of passport bio page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed accommodation details and brief itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredFlight booking arriving at Kabul International Airport

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredMeans to pay USD 8 + USD 123.71 fees online (card)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedLetter of invitation (host or tour operator)

Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering high-risk destinations

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedReview Dutch MFA travel advisory (currently red / do not travel)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Afghanistan - Wikipedia E-Afghans Official e-Visa Portal Koryo Tours - Afghanistan E-Visa Guide 2026

Application link included: Visa policy of Afghanistan - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

e-Visa application feeUSD 8Non-refundable, paid up front to submit the application

e-Visa fee (on approval)USD 120Paid only after the application is approved

Processing chargeUSD 3.71Added to the visa fee at the approval payment stage

Express processing (optional)VariesHigher fee for same-day processing instead of 1-3 weeks

Total estimateUSD 128 — USD 135incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa processing

1-3 weeks

Default online processing after the application and document upload are submitted.

Express e-Visa processing

Same day / 1 business day

Faster processing for an additional fee for travelers on a tight schedule.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

The Netherlands has no visa-free or visa-on-arrival arrangement with Afghanistan; a visa must be obtained before travel.

High

/02

New 2026 online e-Visa system

Since March 2026 Afghanistan issues tourist e-Visas online via the E-Afghans portal, replacing the former embassy-based application.

High

/03

Kabul airport entry restriction

The e-Visa is currently valid only for arrivals at Kabul International Airport, not at land borders.

Medium

/04

Netherlands is an eligible nationality

Dutch citizens are not on Afghanistan's restricted or ineligible lists, so they can apply online directly without residing in a third country.

Medium

/05

Active travel advisory

The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs maintains a 'do not travel' (red) advisory for Afghanistan, a key consideration regardless of visa status.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Netherlands to Afghanistan route verified

Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy, the official E-Afghans portal, and travel-operator and news sources that Dutch passport holders require a tourist e-Visa, launched March 2026, single entry, 30-day stay, 90-day validity, Kabul airport entry, approx. USD 128 total.

/09 — The questions