Afghanistan Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against all travel to Afghanistan. GOV.UK does not give a passport validity rule, so check with your travel provider and make sure your passport is valid for your whole stay. You need a visa, and the Afghan embassy in London is closed.
Afghanistan travel requirements at a glance
Valid for your whole stay
Required; London embassy closed
Against all travel
Polio certificate may be checked on exit
Official source: GOV.UK Afghanistan entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- No validity rule published by GOV.UK
- Visa required to enter
- Afghan embassy in London is closed
- Strict limits on carrying cash
Passport validity for Afghanistan
GOV.UK does not publish a passport validity rule for Afghanistan. It says anyone who travels against FCDO advice should check with their travel provider that their passport and travel documents meet requirements.
As a minimum, make sure your passport is valid for the whole of your stay.
Visas
A visa is required to enter Afghanistan. The Afghan embassy in London is closed.
Leaving Afghanistan
On departure, the Afghan authorities may ask for a certificate showing you've had a polio vaccine.
It is illegal to carry more than 5000 US dollars in cash through airports or more than 500 US dollars through land borders.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Afghanistan?
No. GOV.UK does not state a 6-month rule for Afghanistan. GOV.UK says to check with your travel provider whether your passport meets requirements.
Do I need a visa for Afghanistan?
Yes. GOV.UK says a visa is required to enter Afghanistan. The Afghan embassy in London is closed.
Does the FCDO advise against travel to Afghanistan?
Yes. The FCDO advises against all travel to Afghanistan. The entry information is for people who choose to travel against that advice.