Entry rules
Do Afghanistan passport holders need a visa for the United States?
UpdatedSep 28, 2026About the data
Entry restricted
Entry restricted
the United States refuses or restricts entry for Afghanistan passport holders.
Entry is refused or restricted for this passport. Check official guidance for any exceptions.
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United States5of 198 passports visa-freeRank 173 among destinationsEvery passport’s ruleAfghanistan passport4of 198 destinations visa-freeRank 199 among passportsEvery destination for this passportThe other wayUnited States passport holders visiting AfghanistaneVisa required30 days
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