AfghanistanKyrgyzstan: Visa required

AfghanistanKyrgyzstan

Do Afghanistan passport holders need a visa for Kyrgyzstan?

Visa required

Yes. Afghanistan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kyrgyzstan.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: mfa.gov.kg (checked July 20, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,042 km, straight line (~1h 44m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kyrgyzstan122 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kyrgyzstan passport holders visiting Afghanistan: e-Visa.

Other visa-free destinations for Afghanistan passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Afghanistan passport holders need a visa for Kyrgyzstan?

Yes. Afghanistan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kyrgyzstan.

How far is Kyrgyzstan from Afghanistan?

About 1,042 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 44m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Kyrgyzstan?

Kyrgyzstani som (KGS).

What is the emergency number in Kyrgyzstan?

101 / 102 / 103 / 161.

What time zone is Kyrgyzstan in?

Bishkek (UTC+6).

What is the nearest airport to Bishkek?

Manas International Airport (BSZ), about 22 km away.

How many countries can enter Kyrgyzstan without a visa?

122 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Kyrgyzstan visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Afghanistan

Afghanistan, officially the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, is a landlocked country located at the crossroads of Central and South Asia. It is bordered by Pakistan to the east and south, Iran to the west, Turkmenistan to the northwest, Uzbekistan to the north, Tajikistan to the northeast, and China to the northeast and east. Occupying 652,864 square kilometers (252,072 sq mi) of land, the country is predominantly mountainous with plains in the north and the southwest, which are separated by the Hindu Kush mountain range. Kabul is the country's capital and largest city. Afghanistan's population is estimated to be between 35 and 50 million.

CapitalKabul

RegionSouthern Asia

Population43.8M

Area652,230 km²

CurrencyAfghan afghani (1 USD ≈ 64.89 AFN)

LanguagesDari, Pashto, Turkmen

Calling code+93

Drives on theright

TimezoneKabul (UTC+4:30)

Nearest airportKabul International Airport (KBL), 6 km

Emergency number100 / 101 / 102 / 112

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$417 (2024)

Climate in Kabul

Warmest August, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Kabul, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	-0.6°C	-10.2°C	53mm	208h
February	5.2°C	-6.4°C	64mm	255h
March	10.4°C	0.8°C	116mm	232h
April	17.2°C	4.8°C	66mm	314h
May	23.6°C	9.8°C	43mm	369h
June	30°C	15°C	4mm	393h
July	31.7°C	16.7°C	2mm	399h
August	31.9°C	17.8°C	20mm	387h
September	27.4°C	11.9°C	7mm	350h
October	21.1°C	5.6°C	2mm	326h
November	11.2°C	-1.8°C	44mm	247h
December	6.3°C	-4.2°C	26mm	249h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Afghanistan is a landlocked country at the crossroads of Central and South Asia. The country shares borders with Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Iran, Pakistan, China, and the disputed Kashmir territory.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley
Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam

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About Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan, officially the Kyrgyz Republic, formerly known as Kirghizia, is a landlocked country located in Central Asia, lying in the Tian Shan and Pamir mountain ranges. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Uzbekistan to the west, Tajikistan to the south, and China to the east and southeast. The capital and largest city is Bishkek which lies on the northern border with Kazakhstan. Ethnic Kyrgyz make up the majority of the 7.5 million people, followed by significant minorities of Uzbeks and Russians.

CapitalBishkek

RegionCentral Asia

Population7.3M

Area199,951 km²

CurrencyKyrgyzstani som (1 USD ≈ 87.48 KGS)

LanguagesKyrgyz, Russian

Calling code+996

Drives on theright

TimezoneBishkek (UTC+6)

Nearest airportManas International Airport (BSZ), 22 km

Emergency number101 / 102 / 103 / 161

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,081 (2025)

Tourist arrivals8.5M (2019)

Climate in Bishkek

Warmest July, coolest December, driest December, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Bishkek, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	0.4°C	-8.2°C	37mm	204h
February	9.4°C	-2.8°C	80mm	211h
March	13.8°C	1.4°C	51mm	277h
April	19.5°C	7.5°C	153mm	261h
May	25.2°C	12.2°C	87mm	358h
June	28.5°C	15.3°C	53mm	370h
July	31.3°C	18.3°C	14mm	396h
August	30.1°C	17.1°C	44mm	367h
September	23.1°C	11.1°C	23mm	338h
October	15.9°C	4.1°C	33mm	295h
November	5.9°C	-4°C	44mm	217h
December	-1.5°C	-11.1°C	10mm	223h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kyrgyzstan, a Central Asian country, is often called as the "Switzerland" of Central Asia due to its mountainous terrain. The country offers breathtaking landscapes, including the Tien Shan Mountains, crystal-clear lakes such as Issyk-Kul and Song Kol, and beautiful valleys like the Ala-Archa National Park. These areas provide excellent hiking, trekking, horseback riding, and camping opportunities.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Burana Tower
Silk Roads: the Routes Network of Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor
Sulaiman-Too
Western Tian Shan

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