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Afghanistan student visa

Student visa

In short

Afghanistan’s student visa is issued on the basis of agreements with recognised universities in Afghanistan and valid educational documents submitted by the applicant. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs gives a validity of three months with a stay of one to three months and a fee of USD 40 to 100.

checked 25 October 2026

Key facts

Maximum stay
One to three months
Validity
Three months
Fee
US$40Lowest published amount; the Ministry gives USD 40 to 100
Where to apply
An Afghan embassy or consulate abroad

Who it is for

Students coming to a recognised university in Afghanistan under an agreement with that university. The Ministry does not publish further admission rules.

Documents and fee

Applicants submit valid educational documents along with proof of the university agreement. The visa is valid for three months, allows a stay of one to three months and costs USD 40 to 100.

Required documents

Identity

  • A photograph and a photocopy of the passport, if the mission asks for them
  • Passport

Money

  • Fee of USD 40 to 100

Study

  • Proof of the agreement with a recognised Afghan university
  • Valid educational documents

Other

  • Completed and signed visa application form of the mission where you apply

Where to apply

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kabul states that its embassies and consulates abroad issue Afghan visas in all categories, and its list of foreign missions covers about two dozen countries. Before applying, contact the mission you plan to use and confirm which documents it wants and how the fee is paid.

  1. Secure a place at a recognised Afghan university under an agreement.
  2. Complete the visa application form of the mission responsible for your country of residence with accurate details (some missions use an online form) and print it.
  3. Contact the Afghan embassy or consulate you plan to use and confirm current requirements and payment.
  4. Submit your educational documents and pay the fee.
  5. Hand in the form and attachments at the mission during its opening hours, or by appointment if it requires one.
  6. Collect your passport from the mission once the visa is issued.
  7. Apply for a residence visa in Afghanistan if your studies last longer than the visa.

Longer studies

Students who continue their stay in Afghanistan beyond the visa can obtain a residence visa for one month to one year at USD 50 per month.

Frequently asked questions

What is the basis for an Afghan student visa?

An agreement with a recognised university in Afghanistan and valid educational documents.

How much does an Afghan student visa cost?

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs gives a fee of USD 40 to 100.

Can I stay for a full degree?

The student visa allows up to three months; a residence visa of up to one year at a time continues the stay.

Official sources

Summarised from the official sources above. Rules, fees and processing times change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before you apply.

Other visa types for Afghanistan

Visits and short stays

Business and self-employment

Work

  • Work visa Maximum stay: One month (continued with a residence visa)

Residence

Online travel permits

Afghanistan visa guide