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India passport holders: Single entry for Afghanistan. Fee: USD 80 (~USD 80). Processing: 2-4 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available (Taliban-run authorities). Tourist visa: ~USD 80. Indians can apply via eVisa portal or Afghan Embassy New Delhi. Travel STRONGLY DISCOURAGED — Indian govt has issued maximum travel advisory.
Visa types: Tourist Visa (eVisa, embassy); Business Visa; Work Visa; Student Visa; Family Visa; Transit Visa; Diplomatic/Official. Indians processed via Afghan Embassy New Delhi (in operation despite political changes).
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 3 months from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (eVisa) / up to 90 days (embassy).
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Recent photo; Visa application form; Bank statement; Confirmed return ticket; Hotel booking; Letter of invitation; Sponsor details in Afghanistan; Aadhaar card copy; PAN card; Yellow Fever certificate if from endemic area; For Business: invitation from registered Afghan company.
Visa types (1)
eVisa available (Taliban-run authorities). Tourist visa: ~USD 80. Indians can apply via eVisa portal or Afghan Embassy New Delhi. Travel STRONGLY DISCOURAGED — Indian govt has issued maximum travel advisory.
Common rejection reasons
Most common IN rejections: (1) Indian government travel advisory at maximum — strong discouragement; (2) Limited Indian community remaining in Kabul post-2021; (3) Security screening for all male applicants; (4) Indian Sikh/Hindu minority context — pilgrimage to historical gurudwaras requires extra documentation; (5) Past military/security professional background flagged; (6) Inadequate sponsor documentation from Afghan side.
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