Afghanistan visa for Canadian citizens

For citizens of Afghanistan planning a journey to Canada, obtaining a visa is a mandatory prerequisite, with options spanning tourist, transit, family, and business categories among the five available visa types. Navigating the journey itself presents significant logistical hurdles; direct flights are non-existent, often requiring multiple layovers through intermediate countries and potentially resulting in travel times exceeding 20 hours to bridge the vast distance and numerous time zones. Prospective visitors should anticipate standard stay durations upon approval and be prepared for associated fees, which vary by visa type and processing needs. Given these complexities, careful planning is essential, especially concerning transit visas for third countries and ensuring all travel documents are meticulously prepared for this demanding intercontinental journey.

eVisa30d stay· verified 2026-05-27
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Visa options

TouristTourist Visa
30d$120valid 3mo
TouristTourist e-Visa
30dvalid 3mo
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BusinessBusiness Visa (up to 3 years, multiple entry)
multiple-entryvalid 3y
BusinessBusiness Visa (standard, single entry)
30dvalid 3mo
StudentStudent Visa
TransitTransit Visa (air passengers)
3d
TransitTransit Visa (land travelers)
6d
WorkBusiness / Work Entry Visa (Entry Visa for work permit)
OtherResidence Visa (Resident Visa)
180dvalid 6mo
FamilyVisit Visa
OtherArrival Visa
OtherCrew Visa
OtherOfficial Visa
30d$0valid 3mo
OtherE‑permit Visa
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OtherEntry Visa (general entry)
30d$120valid 3mo
OtherDouble Entry Visa
double-entry
OtherExit Visa
6dvalid 6d
OtherVisa (up to one year)
valid 1y

e-Visa. Visitors must arrive at Kabul. Canadians with Afghan birth/parent exempted.

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