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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Australia citizens need a visa for Afghanistan?

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Australia citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Afghanistan — applied for online before departure.

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Australia vs Afghanistan: passport comparison

Australia

112

visa-free countries

Global rank: #27 · mobility 168

Afghanistan

4

visa-free countries

Global rank: #198 · mobility 56.8
4

countries both Australia and Afghanistan can enter visa-free together

Australia + Afghanistan: passport compatibility

28%

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

Where Australia and Afghanistan travel together — by entry type:

4 both visa-free
17 both visa on arrival
21 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
141 access differs

Where Australia and Afghanistan 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

Where else Australia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Afghanistan

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

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Australia citizens need a visa for Afghanistan?
Australia citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Afghanistan — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Australia or Afghanistan?
The Australia passport is stronger: 112 visa-free countries versus 4. Global rank: Australia #27, Afghanistan #198.
Where can Australia and Afghanistan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 4 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Afghanistan?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Australia and Afghanistan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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