Afghanistan travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Afghanistan with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Afghanistan.

Afghanistan travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Afghanistan with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Afghanistan - quick facts
Time difference UK +4.5 hours
Language(s) Dari, Pashto
Currency Afghan Afghani
Electricity C + F plug (220V)
Driving side Right
Visa✝ Yes

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✝ = requirements for UK travellers.

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Afghanistan weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
4°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Kabul4
5°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Kabul5
12°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Kabul12
19°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Kabul19
24°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Kabul24
30°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Kabul30
32°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Kabul32
31°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Kabul31
28°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Kabul28
22°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Kabul22
15°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Kabul15
8°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Kabul8
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
2 days with some rainfall in January in Kabul2
3 days with some rainfall in February in Kabul3
10 days with some rainfall in March in Kabul10
11 days with some rainfall in April in Kabul11
8 days with some rainfall in May in Kabul8
1 day with some rainfall in June in Kabul1
3 days with some rainfall in July in Kabul3
2 days with some rainfall in August in Kabul2
1 day with some rainfall in September in Kabul1
2 days with some rainfall in October in Kabul2
4 days with some rainfall in November in Kabul4
3 days with some rainfall in December in Kabul3

The Afghanistan weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Kabul.

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Afghanistan travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Afghanistan from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Afghanistan.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Afghanistan travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Afghanistan with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Afghanistan, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Afghanistan FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Afghanistan including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Afghanistan?

Afghanistan is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Afghanistan.

Check out Ministry of Health, Afghanistan for more information.

What is the time difference between Afghanistan and the UK?

The time difference between Afghanistan and the UK is UK time+4.5 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Afghanistan?

The main languages spoken in Afghanistan are Dari and Pashto.

What is the currency in Afghanistan?

The currency in Afghanistan is the Afghan Afghani (AFN).

Which plugs are used in Afghanistan?

Afghanistan uses electrical plug type C + F (220 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Afghanistan?

They drive on the right side of the road in Afghanistan.

Do you need a visa for Afghanistan?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Afghanistan.

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