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Do Afghanistan citizens need a visa for United Kingdom?

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Afghanistan citizens need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Afghanistan vs United Kingdom: passport comparison

Afghanistan

4

visa-free countries

Global rank: #198 · mobility 56.8

United Kingdom

118

visa-free countries

Global rank: #31 · mobility 167.6
4

countries both Afghanistan and United Kingdom can enter visa-free together

Afghanistan + United Kingdom: passport compatibility

27%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Afghanistan and United Kingdom travel together — by entry type:

4 both visa-free
15 both visa on arrival
19 both e-visa / eTA
16 both need a visa
143 access differs

Where Afghanistan and United Kingdom can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (4)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Dominica 21 days #70
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Seychelles 90 days #58

United Kingdom: good to know

London

Capital

British Pound (GBP)

Currency

Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0)

Time zone

+44

Calling code

G

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else Afghanistan goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for United Kingdom

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Afghanistan citizens need a visa for United Kingdom?
Afghanistan citizens need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Afghanistan or United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom passport is stronger: 118 visa-free countries versus 4. Global rank: Afghanistan #198, United Kingdom #31.
Where can Afghanistan and United Kingdom citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 4 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for United Kingdom?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Afghanistan and United Kingdom?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Afghanistan passport ranking

Where else the Afghanistan passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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