FinlandAfghanistan: e-Visa

FinlandAfghanistan

Do Finland passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan?

e-Visa

Yes. Finland 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

Distance4,253 km, straight line (~5h 30m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Afghanistan0 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Afghanistan

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

Other visa-free destinations for Finland passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Finland passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan?

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

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

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Afghanistan from Finland?

About 4,253 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 30m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Afghanistan?

Afghan afghani (AFN).

What is the emergency number in Afghanistan?

100 / 101 / 102 / 112.

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 Finland passport holders visit without a visa instead of Afghanistan?

Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Oman, Iran, Nepal.

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 Finland

Finland, officially the Republic of Finland, is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It borders Sweden to the northwest, Norway to the north, and Russia to the east, with the Gulf of Bothnia to the west and the Gulf of Finland to the south, opposite Estonia. Its capital and largest city is Helsinki. Finland has a population of 5.7 million. The official languages are Finnish and Swedish, the mother tongues of 83.5 percent and 5.0 percent of the population, respectively. Finland's climate varies from humid continental in the south to boreal in the north. Its land is predominantly covered by boreal forest, with over 180,000 recorded lakes.

CapitalHelsinki

RegionNorthern Europe

Population5.6M

Area338,424 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesFinnish, Swedish

Calling code+358

Drives on theright

TimezoneHelsinki (UTC+3)

Nearest airportHelsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 18 km

Emergency number112

UNESCO sites8

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$56,149 (2025)

Tourist arrivals896K (2020)

Climate in Helsinki

Warmest June, coolest February, driest May, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Helsinki, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	3.7°C	0.1°C	61mm	64h
February	2.8°C	-1.6°C	93mm	111h
March	3.9°C	-1.5°C	71mm	210h
April	7.6°C	0.1°C	48mm	310h
May	12.3°C	4.4°C	46mm	402h
June	20.1°C	13°C	92mm	447h
July	18.6°C	12.7°C	129mm	406h
August	19.9°C	12.7°C	66mm	351h
September	15.8°C	10.8°C	78mm	251h
October	10.9°C	6.7°C	98mm	180h
November	6.7°C	3°C	99mm	72h
December	2.5°C	0°C	68mm	14h

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

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

Upcoming public holidays

October 31, 2026Pyhäinpäivä

December 6, 2026Itsenäisyyspäivä

December 24, 2026Jouluaatto

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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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