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Vietnam to Afghanistan visa requirements

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need an e-visa to visit Afghanistan. Afghanistan launched its official online e-visa (E-Afghans portal) in March 2026; Vietnamese citizens are eligible. It is a single-entry tourist visa allowing up to 30 days, applied for online before travel, with entry via Kabul International Airport. As of June 2026, a Vietnam (VN) ordinary passport holder cannot enter Afghanistan visa-free. Afghanistan is not a visa-waiver partner and is not in the Schengen area. In March 2026, the de facto Afghan authorities launched an official electronic visa system at the E-Afghans portal (eafghans.com), which issues a single-entry tourist e-visa. Vietnamese citizens are among the nationalities eligible to apply online. The e-visa is valid for entry within 90 days of issuance and permits a stay of up to 30 days; at present it may only be used to enter through Kabul International Airport (HIA). The total cost is approximately USD 128 (an USD 8 application fee plus an approximately USD 120 visa fee, including a small processing charge), and standard processing takes about 1 to 3 weeks. A general visa-on-arrival is not available to ordinary tourists. Note: governments including the US (Level 4 - Do Not Travel) and Vietnam advise strongly against travel to Afghanistan due to security, terrorism, kidnapping and detention risks; many countries have no embassy presence there. Travelers should confirm current rules with the E-Afghans portal before booking, as the system is new and entry points and eligibility may change.
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 128 total (USD 8 application + ~USD 120 visa fee incl. processing)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approximately 1-3 weeks (standard)
standard track
Validity
Must enter within 90 days of issuance
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and passport validity
Verify your Vietnamese ordinary passport is valid at least 6 months with blank pages. Vietnamese citizens are eligible for the Afghanistan e-visa; ensure you are not currently residing in a restricted country.
· 6+ months validity· Ordinary passport
/02
Create an account on the E-Afghans portal
Register at the official e-visa portal (eafghans.com/e-visa) and start a new single-entry tourist visa application.
· Official portal only
/03
Complete the application and upload documents
Fill in personal and travel details and upload a scan of your passport biodata page, a passport-style photo, accommodation name and a brief itinerary.
· Passport scan· Photo
/04
Pay the application fee
Pay the USD 8 non-refundable application fee online to submit your request for review.
· USD 8
/05
Await approval and pay the visa fee
After approval (about 1-3 weeks), pay the visa fee of approximately USD 120 (including processing charge), then download and print the e-visa.
· ~USD 120· Print copy
/06
Travel and enter via Kabul Airport
Enter Afghanistan within 90 days of issuance through Kabul International Airport, carrying a printed e-visa and supporting documents.
· Kabul Airport (HIA)· Within 90 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Vietnam -> Afghanistan · Tourist e-visa (single entry)
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RequiredVietnamese ordinary passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredScanned passport biodata page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed accommodation details in Afghanistan
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredBrief travel itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredMeans to pay fees online (card)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrinted copy of the approved e-visa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward flight booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering high-risk destinations
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalLetter of invitation
Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements
optional
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.
Application link included: Visa policy of Afghanistan - Wikipedia
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
E-visa application feeUSD 8Non-refundable, paid at submission
Visa fee (incl. processing)~USD 120Paid after approval; ~USD 116.29 visa + ~USD 3.71 processing
Express processing (optional)VariesSame-day option may carry a higher charge
Total estimateUSD 128USD 150incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Express processing
Same day
Reported faster option, likely at higher cost; availability not guaranteed
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Afghanistan does not grant visa-free entry to Vietnamese ordinary passport holders; a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
E-visa is the standard channel
Since March 2026 the official online e-visa is the primary way for tourists to obtain entry authorization.
High
/03
No general visa-on-arrival
Ordinary tourists cannot rely on visa-on-arrival; the e-visa must be obtained before travel.
Medium
/04
Single entry point
The e-visa is currently usable only for entry through Kabul International Airport.
Medium
/05
Severe travel advisories
Governments warn against travel due to terrorism, kidnapping and detention risks, affecting feasibility and insurance.
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
Vietnam to Afghanistan route verified
Confirmed via Afghanistan's official E-Afghans e-visa portal and Wikipedia visa policy that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a single-entry tourist e-visa (launched March 2026): up to 30-day stay, entry within 90 days of issuance via Kabul International Airport, total cost ~USD 128.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Vietnamese citizens enter Afghanistan without a visa?
No. A visa is required. The standard route is the online e-visa, which Vietnamese ordinary passport holders are eligible to apply for.
Is there a visa-on-arrival for tourists?+
How long can I stay and how many entries do I get?+
Where can I enter Afghanistan with the e-visa?+
How much does the Afghanistan e-visa cost and how long does it take?+
Is it safe to travel to Afghanistan?+
/11 — Passport tools

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