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Do Ivory Coast citizens need a visa for Afghanistan?

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

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Ivory Coast vs Afghanistan: passport comparison

Ivory Coast

28

visa-free countries

Global rank: #150 · mobility 81.2

Afghanistan

4

visa-free countries

Global rank: #198 · mobility 56.8
4

countries both Ivory Coast and Afghanistan can enter visa-free together

Ivory Coast + Afghanistan: passport compatibility

78%

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

Where Ivory Coast and Afghanistan travel together — by entry type:

4 both visa-free
13 both visa on arrival
41 both e-visa / eTA
96 both need a visa
43 access differs

Where Ivory Coast 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)

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How the entry rule changed: Ivory Coast → Afghanistan

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Ivory Coast → Afghanistan rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

2passports gained easier entry to Afghanistan
0passports saw Afghanistan tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Ivory Coast passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Ivory Coast 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

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Ivory Coast citizens need a visa for Afghanistan?
Ivory Coast citizens need a visa to enter Afghanistan. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Ivory Coast or Afghanistan?
The Ivory Coast passport is stronger: 28 visa-free countries versus 4. Global rank: Ivory Coast #150, Afghanistan #198.
Where can Ivory Coast 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 a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Ivory Coast and Afghanistan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Ivory Coast passport ranking

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

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