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Afghanistan visa requirements for South Korean citizens

Afghanistan is not letting in south korean citizens at the moment.

Passport

KOR

South Korea

Going to

AFG

Afghanistan

Not allowed to enter

Entry is closed to this passport.

Visa
Not allowed
Last updated
11 November 2026

Special rules for South Korean citizens in Afghanistan

  • Travel has been banned since July 2007 after the South Korean hostage crisis in Afghanistan.
  • Separately, according to visa policy of Afghanistan, visitors can apply for an e-Visa.
  • They must arrive at Kabul International (KBL).

What to do

  1. Afghanistan is not admitting travellers on this passport. Check the official government source for exceptions.

Ways into Afghanistan

Apply before travel for a tourist stay.

  • eVisaTourist eVisaAn online visa for eligible tourists and short personal visits.
    Stay
    30 days
    Valid for
    90 days
    Processing
    7–28 days
    Entries
    Single

    How to apply

    1. Register and fill in the online form.
    2. Upload your papers and pay within 2 days.
    3. After approval, pay the balance within 7 days.
    4. Download your visa.
    • The older online consulate form still needs an embassy visit.
    • The linked portal's full application rules could not be read.
    Official page
  • Visa on arrivalApproved arrival visaA visa at Kabul airport for invited visitors with prior ministry approval.
    Stay
    30 days
    Valid for
    30 days
    Fee
    US$200

    How to apply

    1. Get an official letter or invitation.
    2. Get approval from Afghanistan's foreign ministry before travel.
    3. Use the approved visa route at Kabul International Airport.

    Documents required

    • Official group letter or invitation
    • Foreign ministry approval
    • The letter must come from an Afghan group or international group working there.
    Official page
  • Visa requiredTourist visaA visa for people visiting Afghanistan for tourism.
    Stay
    30 days
    Valid for
    90 days
    Fee
    Embassy fees can differ

    How to apply

    1. Fill in and print the visa form.
    2. Take your passport and documents to an Afghan embassy.

    Documents required

    • Valid passport
    • Hotel booking
    • Visa form
    • Nationality certificate
    • 2 recent photos, white background
    • Payment receipt
    • Parent consent or court permission, under-18s
    • The ministry lists a fee of 80 USD.
    • The online tourist visa is listed separately.
    Official page
Sources (23)Last updated 11 November 2026

Embassies for this trip

For lost passports and emergencies.

All embassies

  • Embassy

    Embassy of South Korea, Kabul

    Kabul

Coming from South Korea

  • Plugs C FNo adapter
  • MoneyAFN ؋
  • Time−4h 30m
  • DrivingOn the rightSame as home
  • LanguageDari
  • Emergency119 police112 ambulance

Planning your Afghanistan trip

Best time to go: Kabul has its most pleasant weather in April, May and September. This describes the weather only; serious security risks remain.

  • Bamiyan ValleySee ancient monastery caves, the empty niches of the destroyed Buddhist statues, Shahr-e Gholghola ruins and the red fortress at Shah-e Zohak.
  • Band-e Amir National ParkSix connected blue lakes sit among dry mountains at 2,900 metres. Access rules change and sometimes restrict women from entering.
  • Blue Mosque, Mazar-i-SharifThis major cultural centre is known for its colourful tilework.
  • Great Mosque and Herat CitadelThe mosque has mosaics from the Timurid period. The ancient citadel offers wide views over the city.
Read the full Afghanistan guide

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About Afghanistan

Afghanistan is a landlocked country in South and Central Asia, crossed by the Hindu Kush range.

Capital
Kabul
Money
Afghan afghani (؋)
Languages
Dari, Pashto, Turkmen
Time zone
UTC+04:30
Cars drive on the
right side
Calling code
+93
Read the Afghanistan guide

Other Asia passports

Going to Afghanistan

Easier trips nearby

Places close to Afghanistan with simpler entry for you.

BangladeshVisa on arrival30 days
IndiaVisa on arrival30 days
MaldivesVisa on arrival30 days
NepalVisa on arrival90 days
Sri LankaVisa on arrival30 days
ArmeniaVisa not required180 days
AzerbaijanVisa not required30 days
BruneiVisa not required30 days

Questions

Is entry to Afghanistan restricted for South Korean citizens?

Travel has been banned since July 2007 after the South Korean hostage crisis in Afghanistan. Separately, according to visa policy of Afghanistan, visitors can apply for an e-Visa.

Do south korean citizens need a visa for Afghanistan?

Afghanistan is not letting in south korean citizens at the moment.

Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help south korean citizens enter Afghanistan?

We have no record of Afghanistan relaxing its rules for south korean citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.

Do afghan citizens need a visa for South Korea?

Afghan citizens need a visa for South Korea, from its embassy or consulate.

Do other Asia passports get easier entry to Afghanistan?

None of the 10 other Asia passports we compared enter without applying first.

Which countries near Afghanistan are easier for south korean citizens?

Bangladesh, India, Maldives, Nepal Sri Lanka, and 3 more let south korean citizens in without applying before travel.

What should I carry to Afghanistan?

Afghanistan is not admitting travellers on this passport. Check the official government source for exceptions.

What money is used in Afghanistan?

Afghan afghani (؋). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.

What language do people speak in Afghanistan?

Dari, Pashto and Turkmen.

How strong is the South Korea passport?

It ranks #7 and reaches 155 destinations without applying ahead.

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