BahamasAfghanistan: e-Visa

BahamasAfghanistan

Do Bahamas passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan?

e-Visa

Yes. Bahamas passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: mumbai.mfa.gov.af (checked May 17, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance12,507 km, straight line (~15h 13m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Afghanistan0 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Afghanistan passport holders visiting Bahamas: Visa required.

Afghanistan drives on the right, the opposite side to Bahamas. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Afghanistan

Bahamas passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Bahamas passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Bahamas passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan?

Yes. Bahamas passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can Bahamas citizens stay in Afghanistan without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Afghanistan from Bahamas?

About 12,507 km in a straight line, roughly ~15h 13m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Afghanistan?

Afghan afghani (AFN).

What is the emergency number in Afghanistan?

100 / 101 / 102 / 112.

Does Afghanistan drive on the same side of the road as Bahamas?

Afghanistan drives on the right, the opposite side to Bahamas. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Afghanistan in?

Kabul (UTC+4:30).

What is the nearest airport to Kabul?

Kabul International Airport (KBL), about 6 km away.

How many countries can enter Afghanistan without a visa?

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

What nearby countries can Bahamas passport holders visit without a visa instead of Afghanistan?

Uzbekistan, Iran, Nepal, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Georgia.

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 Bahamas

The Bahamas, officially the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, is an archipelagic country in the Caribbean located within the Lucayan Archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. The country comprises 700 islands, and more than 2,500 cays in the Atlantic Ocean, located north of Cuba and north-west of the island of Hispaniola and the Turks and Caicos Islands, southeast of the US state of Florida and east of the Florida Keys. The capital and largest city is Nassau on the island of New Providence. The Royal Bahamas Defence Force describes the Bahamas' territory as encompassing 470,000 km2 (180,000 sq mi) of ocean space.

CapitalNassau

RegionCaribbean

Population403K

Area13,943 km²

CurrencyBahamian dollar, United States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 BSD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+1242

Drives on theleft

TimezoneNassau (UTC-4)

Nearest airportLynden Pindling International Airport (NAS), 13 km

Emergency number919

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$39,455 (2024)

Tourist arrivals1.8M (2020)

Climate in Nassau

Warmest August, coolest January, driest March, sunniest July. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, June, July, December.

Monthly climate normals for Nassau, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	24.6°C	21.2°C	21mm	314h
February	25.4°C	21.6°C	34mm	302h
March	26.1°C	21.9°C	16mm	344h
April	28.3°C	23.9°C	39mm	343h
May	27.7°C	24.5°C	185mm	303h
June	29°C	25.8°C	78mm	329h
July	30.2°C	26.8°C	87mm	369h
August	30.6°C	27.1°C	125mm	351h
September	29.9°C	26.5°C	129mm	322h
October	29.1°C	25.9°C	122mm	284h
November	27°C	24.3°C	116mm	277h
December	24.9°C	21.1°C	36mm	274h

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

The Bahamas is an archipelago nation in the Atlantic Ocean off the east coast of Florida. The country is made up of about 3,000 islands and cays, of which approximately 30 are populated. The capital city of Nassau, is on the island of New Providence and is home to about half of the country's population. The Bahamas is renowned for its natural beauty and unique culture, and is a popular tropical vacation destination.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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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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