You need a visa for Afghanistan if you have a Bissau-Guinean passport

These visas exist for Afghanistan, but they cannot be applied for online with Bissau-Guinean nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Afghanistan Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Bissau-Guinean citizens need a visa for Afghanistan. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Afghanistan may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
  • Two passport photos 35x45mm, white background
  • Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
  • Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
  • Travel insurance with medical coverage

Entry requirements for Bissau-Guinean travellers

These rules apply specifically to Bissau-Guinean passport holders entering Afghanistan as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Mandatory proof of accommodation

    Travelers must have a confirmed itinerary and proof of accommodation bookings for the duration of their stay in Afghanistan.

  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Afghanistan. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Afghanistan.

  • Recommended

    Recommended vaccinations for Afghanistan

    Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.

    CDC - Afghanistan Last checked 2026-08-05
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Afghanistan

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Afghanistan.

    Last checked 2026-08-05
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Afghanistan.

    Last checked 2026-08-05
  • Required

    Transit visa

    Travelers need a visa to transit through Afghanistan. Travelers must obtain a paper or embassy visa from an embassy, consulate or visa center before traveling.

    Last checked 2026-08-05

A look at Afghanistan