Afghanistan visa for French citizens

For Afghan citizens planning a journey to France, a visa is mandatory, with options available for purposes such as tourism, business, family visits, or study. Prospective travelers should be prepared for the typical short-stay visa fee of around €80, which allows for stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period, and factor in that most flights will involve at least one stopover, commonly in cities like Istanbul, before reaching French airports. Navigating the visa application process from Afghanistan requires careful attention to detail and thorough preparation of all required documents, reflecting the specific complexities of international travel from the region. Once in France, visitors will find the Euro (€) as the official currency, widely accepted across the country.

eVisa· 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

Visa not required if born in Afghanistan or parent is Afghan national. e-Visa: must arrive at Kabul International.

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