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AfghanistanLevel 4/4
Level published by the State Department on 19.02.2026 · read 13 October 2026 · source checked daily
Afghanistan — official level as of 13 October 2026: Level 4/4 ("Do Not Travel"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, USD 1.5M, certificate on payment.
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Where to go, where not to
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
- Avoid all travel to Afghanistan due to volatile security, terrorist attacks, ongoing armed conflict, kidnapping risk, arbitrary arrest, detention, high crime, and human rights violations by de facto authorities. Global Affairs Canada
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — advises against all travel to the whole country.
Foreign Office — advises against all travel to the whole country.
an official reading covers the whole country; every trip calls for a written management decision, justified by a pressing reason, with reinforced conditions.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (24.09.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (17.03.2026) · Natural Earth
Last change: Addition of information about UK Government support (see ‘Do not travel to Afghanistan’ on the ‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
Afghanistan - Level 4: Do Not TravelState Department ↗updated 19.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Updated 19.02.2026
Do not travel due to civil unrest , crime, terrorism , risk of wrongful detention , kidnapping , natural disasters , and limited health facilities .
Do not travel to Afghanistan for any reason
- We urge American citizens in Afghanistan to leave immediately. U.S. citizens seeking U.S. government help to leave the country should email their complete biographic details, contact information (email and phone number), and U.S. passport number to AfghanistanACS@state.gov .
- The U.S. Embassy in Kabul suspended operations in 2021. The U.S. government cannot provide routine or emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in Afghanistan.
- The Taliban actively surveil and monitor travelers. U.S.-Afghan dual nationals and U.S. citizens linked to NGOs face higher risks of surveillance. The Taliban’s so-called General Directorate of Intelligence (GDI) and the Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice and Complaints (PVPV) are responsible for enforcing directives and edicts issued by Taliban authorities.
- Multiple terrorist groups are active in Afghanistan. U.S. citizens are targets of kidnapping and hostage-taking, and may become targets for violence.
There is a high risk of wrongful detention of U.S. nationals in Afghanistan.
- All American citizens, including tourists and U.S.-Afghan dual nationals, are targeted for detention. Lawful Permanent Residents who previously supported the United States in Afghanistan may also be targeted. For example, anyone who worked as an interpreter could be targeted. The Taliban have harassed and detained aid, faith-based organization, and humanitarian workers. Foreigners are often viewed with suspicion. Reasons for detention may be unclear or arbitrary.
- Even if you are registered with the appropriate authorities to conduct business, the risk of detention is high.
- Detention conditions are severe. The Taliban do not permit the United States to conduct welfare checks on U.S. citizens in detention, including by phone.
- Detention can be long. Even if a case is determined to be a wrongful detention, there is no guarantee of release. While in detention, American citizens have limited or no access to medical attention. They may face physical abuse.
Natural disaster
- Afghanistan is a seismically active region, with frequent and devastating earthquakes. Earthquakes have caused mass casualties and critical…
Afghanistan: Flash Floods - Jul 2026ReliefWeb ↗read 13.10.20262026-07-22
Afghanistan: Floods - Mar 2026ReliefWeb ↗read 13.10.20262026-04-01
Afghanistan: Earthquake - Nov 2025ReliefWeb ↗read 13.10.20262025-11-03
Afghanistan: Drought - 2021-2026ReliefWeb ↗read 13.10.20262021-02-01
Source: ReliefWeb (OCHA), via HDX — CC BY
Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
10-13 0.6 · 10-14 1.2 · 10-15 1.2 · 10-16 1.0 · 10-17 0.8 · 10-18 0.7 · 10-19 0.7 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
What the national level does not tell you
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
- U.S. State Department — the full advisory details the regions concerned and the reasons (crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest) (read the advisory)
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (United Kingdom) — the United Kingdom advises against ALL travel to the whole country · reviewed 30 July 2026
Last announced change : « Addition of information about UK Government support (see ‘Do not travel to Afghanistan’ on the ‘Warnings and insurance’ page). » (read the advisory) - France Diplomatie — the French advisory covers the WHOLE country: « La totalité du territoire est formellement déconseillée. » (read the advisory)
1 event located on the map
- Afghanistan — Do Not Travel — level 4/4, U.S. State Department (source)
Over 1 January 2026 → 30 June 2026, UCDP (Uppsala University) recorded 72 geolocated violent incidents in this country, for 157 documented deaths.
Most affected areas
Kunar province 17 · Nangarhar province 9 · Khost province 8 · Paktika province 5 · Kandahar province 5 · Badakhshan province 4
Most recent incidents
- 30 June 2026 · Kunduz province · Kunduz town
The Week of June 29 - July 5;Three Taliban Killed and Wounded in KunduzSource: The Afghan Digest;AFFhttps://x.com/AfgFreedomAFF/status/2072 · 6 July 2026 · AFF; Afghan Digest · UCDP #634565 ↗ - 29 June 2026 · Badakhshan province · Fayzabad town
Former Afghan Intelligence Official Killed In Badakhshan;The Week of June 29 - July 5Source: Afghanistan International;The Afghan Digest · 2 July 2026 · Local sources; Afghan Digest · UCDP #634634 ↗ - 22 June 2026 · Kabul province · Kabul city
Attack on Taliban Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice Enforcers in Kabul;The Week of June 22-28Source: AFF;The Afghan Digest · 22 June 2026 · AFF; Afghan Digest · UCDP #633301 ↗ - 15 June 2026 · Takhar province · Khwaja Ghar district
Sources: Taliban kill three gold miners in TakharSource: Hasht e Subh Daily · 17 June 2026 · Sources in Takhar · UCDP #634689 ↗ - 12 June 2026 · Hirat province · Hirat town
Attack on the Repressive Taliban Enforcers in Herat;The Week of June 8-14Source: AFF;The Afghan Digest · 12 June 2026 · AFF; Afghan Digest · UCDP #631851 ↗ - 9 June 2026 · Hirat province · Jibril village
Taliban Open Direct Fire on Herat Protesters as Demonstrations Against Women’s Arrests Escalate;Herat protests: Boy injured by direct Taliban fire die · 2 deaths (range 2–3)Source: Aamaj News;Hasht e Subh Daily;Hasht e Subh Daily;Kabul Now;K · 9 June 2026 · UNAMA; Local sources in Herat · UCDP #631121 ↗
Source: UCDP Georeferenced Event Dataset (Uppsala Conflict Data Program), file GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv, CC BY 4.0 licence. We keep only incidents UCDP codes as "Clear" and whose location is precise enough to be placed — about 58% of the dataset. An incident may be revised, moved or withdrawn by UCDP in a later release: these figures describe a closed period, not a live situation.
Reading: The homicide rate is 7 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
- The entire territory of Afghanistan is formally advised against for all travel, regardless of purpose, as of 17 March 2026. France Diplomatie
- Afghanistan faces severe terrorism risk affecting institutions, security forces, civilians, diplomatic missions, journalists, and international organizations and NGOs. France Diplomatie
- Kidnapping risk is very high, with Westerners being priority targets due to solvency and political leverage potential; avoid distinctive visibility and repetitive patterns. France Diplomatie
- All Afghan airlines (Ariana, Safi, Pamir, KamAir) are banned from landing in the European Union; avoid these carriers for any travel. France Diplomatie
- Road travel is absolutely prohibited due to improvised explosive devices; more deaths occur annually from traffic accidents than from conflict. France Diplomatie
- The territory has significant seismic risk, particularly in the northeast Hindu Kush mountains; no buildings in Kabul meet modern earthquake safety standards. France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
La totalité du territoire est formellement déconseillée.France Diplomatie ↗updated 17.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Afghanistan
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Zones de vigilance
Dernière actualisation le 17/03/2026, information toujours valable à la date du jour
La totalité du territoire est formellement déconseillée.
Risques encourus et recommandations associées
La situation sécuritaire est très dégradée, fragile et instable.
Risque terroriste
L’Afghanistan est l’un des pays les plus touchés au monde par le terrorisme.
Les menaces terroristes visent aussi bien les institutions afghanes, les forces de sécurité, la population, que les missions diplomatiques, les journalistes, les organisations et ONG internationales.
Risque d’enlèvements
Le risque d’enlèvement, crapuleux ou politique, est très élevé et fait l’objet d’alertes précises et répétées. Les enlèvements peuvent être facilités par des comportements inappropriés (forte visibilité, habitudes répétitives) et par des complicités internes. Les enlèvements touchent dans leur grande majorité des Afghans, mais les Occidentaux, aujourd’hui très peu nombreux dans le pays, sont comparativement encore plus exposés et sont des cibles privilégiées, du fait de leur solvabilité et de la possibilité de les utiliser dans des buts politiques (pressions sur les pays d’origine, tentatives d’échange contre des détenus avec le gouvernement afghan).
Frontière terrestre avec l’Iran
En raison des frappes militaires en Iran, il est rappelé aux ressortissants français qu'ils doivent s'abstenir de tout déplacement dans ce pays, quel qu'en soit le motif.
Lien vers la fiche Conseils aux voyageurs pour l’Iran .
Criminalité
La criminalité de droit commun progresse fortement et peut viser de façon privilégiée les étrangers, réputés plus solvables. Les travailleurs humanitaires locaux et étrangers sont régulièrement visés.
Transport routier
Les routes sont dangereuses et les déplacements par la route sont absolument proscrits, que ce soit en voiture particulière, blindée ou non, ou en transports collectifs. Les attaques par engins explosifs improvisés implantés dans la chaussée ou au bord de la route restent très nombreuses dans tout le pays. Les accidents de la circulation font chaque année davantage de victimes que le conflit.
Transport aérien
L’ensemble des compagnies aériennes afghanes (Ariana, Safi, Pamir, KamAir) sont inscrites sur la liste des compagnies faisant l’objet d’une mesure d’interdiction d’atterrir dans l’Union européenne ( liste sur le site de la Commission européenne). Ces compagnies continuent à assurer des liaisons depuis les pays de la région (Turquie, Inde, Iran, Émirats arabes unis notamment) et des vols intérieurs.
Risques naturels
L’Afghanistan présente un risque sismique sur la quasi-totalité de son territoire, l’épicentre des séismes se situant dans la partie montagneuse du nord-est (Hindu Kush). En cas de tremblement de terre, il est recommandé à nos ressortissants de prendre immédiatement contact avec leurs familles ou leurs proches afin de les rassurer sur leur sort. Aucun bâtiment à Kaboul n’est construit selon les normes parasismiques modernes. Pour plus d’information sur la conduite à tenir, consultez la fiche " Séismes ".
D’autres risques (avalanches, inondations, glissements de terrain) existent et peuvent s’aggraver avec les changements climatiques.
Recommandations générales
Les voyages individuels ou collectifs quel que soit le motif sont formellement déconseillés, dans tous les cas.
Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 17.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
- Swiss nationals are strongly advised against all travel to Afghanistan. Switzerland cannot provide assistance to Swiss citizens who remain there despite this warning. DFAE
- Fighting and attacks occur unpredictably throughout Afghanistan. High security risks include rocket fire, terrorist attacks, kidnappings, and violent crimes such as rape and armed robbery. DFAE
- Foreign nationals have been repeatedly arrested for alleged activities violating Afghan laws and local traditions. Legal frameworks remain unclear. DFAE
- Bomb attacks and suicide bombings regularly target authorities, security forces, religious sites, religious minorities, markets, schools, humanitarian organizations, and gatherings. DFAE
- Foreign nationals, including tourists and humanitarian workers, face targeted attacks at frequented locations such as restaurants, hotels, and airports. DFAE
- Kidnapping risk is very high for both Afghan and foreign nationals, including tourists and humanitarian or corporate workers. DFAE
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
FDFA update note — Ces conseils pour les voyages ont été contrôlés et confirmés. Toujours valable: Les voyages à destination de l’Afghanistan sont déconseillés ainsi que les séjours de tout genre dans ce pays. (published 22.01.2026)
General assessment
Les voyages à destination de l’Afghanistan sont déconseillés ainsi que les séjours de tout genre dans ce pays. Les personnes de nationalité suisse qui séjournent en Afghanistan malgré les recommandations du DFAE, doivent être conscientes que pour la Suisse il est très difficile, voire impossible, de leur porter assistance. La situation reste fragile et volatile. Des combats et des attaques peuvent se produire à tout moment et partout. Il existe des risques de sécurité élevés dans tout le pays ; tirs de roquettes, d’attentats terroristes, d’enlèvements et d’agressions criminelles violentes telles que les viols et les vols à main armée. La situation juridique n'est pas claire. Des personnes de nationalité étrangère ont été arrêtées à plusieurs reprises pour de soi-disant activités contraires aux lois du pays et aux traditions locales. Des attentats à la bombe et des attentats suicides sont régulièrement perpétrés. Ils visent entre autres les autorités, les forces de sécurité, les sites religieux, les minorités religieuses, les marchés, les écoles, les organisations d’aide humanitaire et les rassemblements. Comme par le passé, des attaques ciblées peuvent être commises contre des personnes de nationalité étrangère (des touristes ou des personnes travaillant pour des organisations d’aide humanitaire ou pour des sociétés étrangères) et contre les lieux où elles se rendent (par ex. restaurants, hôtels, aéroports). Le risque d’enlèvements est très élevé. Les personnes de nationalité afghane peuvent autant être victimes d’enlèvements que celles de nationalité étrangère (des touristes ou des personnes travaillant pour des organisations d’aide humanitaire ou pour des sociétés étrangères). Prenez également en considération la rubrique Terrorisme et enlèvements
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 13.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 22.01.2026 · read 13.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
- The Foreign Office advises against all travel to Afghanistan; travelling against this advice may invalidate your travel insurance. Foreign Office
- British nationals face heightened risk of detention in Afghanistan, potentially facing months or years of imprisonment with extremely limited government support. Foreign Office
- There is no British Embassy in Afghanistan and the Foreign Office cannot provide in-person consular assistance; call 020 7008 5000 for 24-hour support. Foreign Office
- Terrorists are very likely to attack in Afghanistan; in May 2024, three Spanish tourists were killed in a shooting during a guided tour in Bamiyan. Foreign Office
- Islamic State Khorasan Province and Al-Qaida have active presence in Afghanistan and target public places frequented by foreigners, including restaurants and hotels. Foreign Office
- There is a very high threat of kidnapping in Afghanistan; British nationals are seen as legitimate targets and the British government does not make concessions to hostage takers. Foreign Office
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Regions covered by the Foreign Officegov.uk ↗updated 30.07.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 30.07.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Warnings — Foreign Office
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
## FCDO advises against all travel to Afghanistan
You should not travel to Afghanistan. The security situation is volatile and tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan have previously resulted in violent clashes in border regions. Travel throughout Afghanistan is extremely dangerous and a number of border crossings are not currently open.
There is a heightened risk of British nationals being detained in Afghanistan. If you are a British national and you are detained in Afghanistan, you could face months or years of imprisonment. FCDO ’s ability to help you is extremely limited and support in person is not possible in Afghanistan.
For more details about the risks in Afghanistan, see Safety and security .
Do not travel to Afghanistan
You should not travel to Afghanistan. The FCDO advises against all travel to Afghanistan, even if you are part of an organised tour group. There is a high risk of British nationals being detained or kidnapped, and terrorists often target places frequented by foreign nationals. The FCDO ’s ability to provide assistance in Afghanistan is severely limited.
Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions
There are heighted tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, including clashes in border areas. FCDO advises against all travel to Afghanistan. Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated.
UK government support
Support for British nationals is severely limited in Afghanistan. There is no British Embassy in Afghanistan and FCDO cannot give in-person consular assistance. If you are detained, the British government may not be informed.
If you are a British national in Afghanistan and need help from the UK government, you can:
- call FCDO on 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
- submit an enquiry
- contact us on X or Facebook
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel against FCDO advice, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 30.07.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Terrorism
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
Terrorism in Afghanistan
Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Afghanistan.
In May 2024, three Spanish tourists were killed in a shooting while on a guided tour in Bamiyan, Central Afghanistan.
Al-Qaida (AQ), a Daesh branch known as Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) and other militant groups have an active presence in Afghanistan. These groups hold strong anti-western views, which could make any British interest or person a target. Daesh (ISKP) continues to be a serious threat and is fiercely hostile to the UK, other western countries and some religious minority communities. Daesh (ISKP) and other groups also target NGOs and humanitarian organisations.
If you choose to travel to or stay in Afghanistan against FCDO advice, be aware that terrorists have a strong desire to target public places frequented by foreign nationals. This could include restaurants and hotels used by foreigners, such as the Serena in Kabul.
An attack on Kabul International Airport in August 2021 killed at least 183 people. Further attacks against aviation and airports are very likely.
ISKP have claimed responsibility for attacks in many types of location, including:
- hospitals
- schools
- places of worship
- government, military and security establishments
Diplomatic premises may be attacked to undermine Taliban claims of security.
It is likely that terrorists will conduct attacks at busy times of day, potentially coinciding with local or religious events or celebrations. In the past this has included attacks against:
- schools
- marketplaces
- sites, communities and districts where the majority population is Shia Muslim
Attacks in Afghanistan include roadside and suicide bombs either on foot or by vehicle, indirect rocket and mortar fire, direct fire, including shootings and rocket propelled grenades.
If you are in Afghanistan, make sure your accommodation is secure and review your security measures regularly. Keep others, including family and friends, informed of your travel plans. Any regular patterns of travel and behaviour could make you the target of an attack.
Terrorist kidnap
There is a very high threat of being kidnapped in Afghanistan.
British nationals are seen as legitimate targets, including tourists, humanitarian aid workers, journalists and business travellers. If you are kidnapped, the reason for your presence is unlikely to protect you or secure your safe release.
The long-standing policy of the British government is not to make substantive concessions to hostage takers. The British government considers that paying ransoms and releasing prisoners builds the capability of terrorist groups and finances their activities. This can, in turn, increase the risk of further hostage-taking. The Terrorism Act (2000) makes payments to terrorists illegal.
Tour operators in Afghanistan
There are tour operators that offer travel and guided tours to Afghanistan. FCDO continues to advise against all travel to Afghanistan, even if you are part of an organised tour group. In May 2024, three Spanish tourists were killed in a shooting while on a guided tour in Bamiyan, Central…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
- Do not travel to Afghanistan for any reason due to civil unrest, crime, terrorism, wrongful detention, kidnapping, and limited health facilities. State Department
- United States citizens in Afghanistan should leave immediately and email complete biographic details, contact information, and passport number to AfghanistanACS@state.gov. State Department
- The U.S. Embassy in Kabul suspended operations in 2021 and cannot provide routine or emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in Afghanistan. State Department
- The Taliban actively surveil travelers, particularly U.S.-Afghan dual nationals and citizens linked to NGOs, through the General Directorate of Intelligence and the Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice. State Department
- All American citizens, including tourists and dual nationals, face high risk of wrongful detention with severe conditions, limited medical access, and no guarantee of release even if detention is deemed wrongful. State Department
- Afghanistan is seismically active with frequent and devastating earthquakes posing significant natural disaster risks. State Department
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Afghanistan - Level 4: Do Not Travel 2026-02-19travel.state.gov ↗updated 19.02.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Advisory summary
Do not travel due to civil unrest , crime, terrorism , risk of wrongful detention , kidnapping , natural disasters , and limited health facilities .
Do not travel to Afghanistan for any reason
- We urge American citizens in Afghanistan to leave immediately. U.S. citizens seeking U.S. government help to leave the country should email their complete biographic details, contact information (email and phone number), and U.S. passport number to AfghanistanACS@state.gov .
- The U.S. Embassy in Kabul suspended operations in 2021. The U.S. government cannot provide routine or emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in Afghanistan.
- The Taliban actively surveil and monitor travelers. U.S.-Afghan dual nationals and U.S. citizens linked to NGOs face higher risks of surveillance. The Taliban’s so-called General Directorate of Intelligence (GDI) and the Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice and Complaints (PVPV) are responsible for enforcing directives and edicts issued by Taliban authorities.
- Multiple terrorist groups are active in Afghanistan. U.S. citizens are targets of kidnapping and hostage-taking, and may become targets for violence.
There is a high risk of wrongful detention of U.S. nationals in Afghanistan.
- All American citizens, including tourists and U.S.-Afghan dual nationals, are targeted for detention. Lawful Permanent Residents who previously supported the United States in Afghanistan may also be targeted. For example, anyone who worked as an interpreter could be targeted. The Taliban have harassed and detained aid, faith-based organization, and humanitarian workers. Foreigners are often viewed with suspicion. Reasons for detention may be unclear or arbitrary.
- Even if you are registered with the appropriate authorities to conduct business, the risk of detention is high.
- Detention conditions are severe. The Taliban do not permit the United States to conduct welfare checks on U.S. citizens in detention, including by phone.
- Detention can be long. Even if a case is determined to be a wrongful detention, there is no guarantee of release. While in detention, American citizens have limited or no access to medical attention. They may face physical abuse.
Natural disaster
- Afghanistan is a seismically active region, with frequent and devastating earthquakes. Earthquakes have caused mass casualties and critical…
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Avoid all travel
Avoid all travel to Afghanistan due to the volatile security situation, terrorist attacks, ongoing armed conflict, the risk of kidnapping, arbitrary arrest and detention, the high crime rate, and widespread violations of human rights by the de facto authorities.
- AFGHANISTAN — Avoid all travel to Afghanistan due to the volatile security situation, terrorist attacks, ongoing armed conflict, the risk of kidnapping, arbitrary arrest and detention, the high crime rate, and widespread violations of human rights by the de facto authorities.
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
- Foreign nationals, including British nationals, may be detained without due process as Afghanistan's legal system is based on Sharia law.
- Women must cover from head to toe and may be arrested and face jail sentences if they do not comply with strict dress codes.
- Men must wear loose clothing covering their waist to knees, grow a beard at least a fist's width, and avoid looking at unrelated women.
- Activism, religious proselytism, and discussing or publishing information critical of the de facto authorities can lead to arrest and lengthy detention.
- It is illegal to photograph government buildings, military installations, and palaces; seek permission before taking any photographs.
- Carry U.S. dollars in good condition as Afghanistan is a cash-based economy and credit cards are not widely accepted.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
Local laws
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Illegal or restricted activities
The Afghan de facto authorities strictly enforce their interpretation of Islam. The legal system is run by Sharia law. The severity of its enforcement could vary from one province to another.
Extramarital relations
Extramarital relations, including sexual relations are illegal. Convicted offenders face severe punishment, such as:
- arrest and detention
- corporal punishment
- the death penalty
Restrictions imposed on women
The Afghan de facto authorities strictly enforce their interpretation of Islam and prohibit women from:
- travelling and going to public places, such as parks and restaurants, without a male guardian (mahram)
- looking at unrelated men’s body and/or face
- accessing higher education
- working outside their home
- working for non-governmental organizations and the United Nations
- having their voices heard in public
Women who don’t cover from head-to-toe are likely to be arrested and face jail sentences.
Restrictions imposed on men
Men must also abide by strict rules related to their dress and behaviour, including:
- wearing loose clothing covering their waist down to their knees
- growing a beard at least the width of a fist
- not looking at unrelated women’s body and/or face
If you don’t comply with local laws, you could face fines and imprisonment. Enforcers of the law may also arbitrarily determine a punishment that they consider appropriate. If you travel to Afghanistan despite the advisory in effect:
- dress conservatively
- behave discreetly
- respect local traditions, customs, laws and religion
Activism
Activism is prohibited and all forms of communication are closely scrutinized in Afghanistan. If you discuss, share or publish information critical of the de facto authorities, including on social media, you may face:
- increased surveillance and harassment
- arrest
- lengthy detention
Religious proselytism
Religious proselytism is illegal in Afghanistan. This includes preaching, possessing, or distributing religious literature or material. If you convert or try to convert someone from Islam to another religion, you could face harsh punishment, including the death sentence. Individuals practicing a religion other than Islam have been arbitrarily arrested, detained and physically attacked or abused.
Blasphemy
You could be accused of blasphemy if you engage in religious activities that contradict or challenge the Afghan de facto authorities’ extreme interpretation of Islamic teachings and values. Such acts are punishable by lengthy jail sentences and even the death sentence.
Photography
It’s illegal to take photographs of government buildings, military installations and personnel and palaces. Seek permission before taking photographs.
International Child Abduction
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Afghanistan. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Afghanistan by an abducting parent:
- act as quickly as you can
- consult a lawyer in Canada and in Afghanistan to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
- report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
Ramadan
In 2027, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 7. In public, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when:
- drinking
- eating
- smoking
Driving
You must carry an International Driving Permit. International Driving Permit
Money
The currency of Afghanistan is the Afghan afghani (AFN). Afghanistan is a cash-based economy. Credit cards are not widely accepted. U.S. dollars are accepted, but carry bills that are in good shape, as worn U.S. bills may not be accepted. There are ATMs in major cities, but none or very few in rural areas.
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Local laws
There are no formal internationally recognised structures or processes of law in Afghanistan and foreign nationals, including British nationals, have been detained without due process. Afghanistan is an Islamic country. The country’s laws and customs are very different to those in the UK. The Taliban do not tolerate the practice of religions other than Islam and may view religious activities that do not fit with their own version of Sunni Islam as suspicious, particularly any efforts to convert Afghan nationals to an alternative religion.
Laws on dress
The Taliban have set codes of dress for men and women and strictly enforce them. Women, including foreign nationals, must fully cover themselves in public. A woman must wear:
- loose-fitting clothing to conceal her body, arms and legs
- a headscarf to cover her hair
- a veil to cover her face
Men must dress modestly and avoid wearing clothing such as sleeveless shirts or shorts.
Lack of women’s rights
The Taliban have made it illegal for women to travel for more than 72km (44 miles) without being accompanied by their husband, father or brother (a ‘mahram’). Taliban officials regularly check transport and monitor public locations, including hospitals and schools. They can stop women from travelling, including leaving Afghanistan, and may penalise women in other ways, including detention, if they do not comply.
Ramadan
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. During this time, do not:
- eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in public in the daytime, including in a vehicle
- play loud music or dance
- swear in public
Illegal food, drugs and alcohol
You are not allowed to use or bring into the country narcotics, alcohol or pork products. If you do, you could be arrested.
Mobile phones, internet access and communications
The Taliban have blocked, significantly slowed, or shut down landline, internet, and mobile services without warning in the past. This can be nationwide or localised. This can affect communication and location services on smartphones and other devices. You should:
- not rely on mobile data, non-Afghan mobile apps or international calls for personal safety
- always keep an alternative means of communication and navigation with you
- make sure friends and family know where you are
Previous internet blackouts have also impacted flights and access to cash.
Using cameras in secure areas
It may not be immediately clear whether taking photos could cause offence or suspicion. Avoid photographing local people without their agreement and pay close attention to local information and ways of doing things. Photographing certain buildings in Afghanistan is not allowed and may lead to detention, including:
- government buildings
- military installations
- palaces
- Taliban checkpoints
LGBT+ travellers
Same-sex sexual activity is illegal under the Taliban and has historically always been forbidden in Afghanistan. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
Buying antiquities
Do not buy or try to export antiquities without getting a receipt from an authorised dealer. When you leave Afghanistan the authorities may ask for proof you bought the item. If you do not have a receipt, they could detain you, and you may get a fine or prison sentence.
Money
If you travel to Afghanistan against FCDO advice, you may face problems with the authorities if you try to import foreign currency. It is illegal to carry more than 5000 US dollars through airports and more than 500 US dollars through land borders in cash, but you may not be able to use foreign-issued bank cards at ATMs and local banks. Some ATMs and many banks accept foreign-issued bank cards, with restrictions on the amount of cash you can withdraw. Check with local branches. Some international money transfer services continue to operate in Afghanistan. However, payouts will be in local currency, even when the payee has requested foreign exchange.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 30.07.2026 · read 13.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan.
Reading 01:30 (Asia/Kabul)Open-Meteo ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
Reading: With 0.3 physicians per 1,000 people (93% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 59 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What is happening in Afghanistan right now
Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
What governments have just written
Depuis août 2021, l’ensemble du territoire de l’Afghanistan demeure formellement déconseillé (en rouge sur la carte sécuritaire) et l’ambassade de France en Afghanistan est fermée. Dans le contexte de l’aggravation sérieuse des tensions entre le Pakistan et l’Afghanistan, qui a notamment conduit à des attaques aériennes visant Kaboul, les ressortissants français se trouvant encore dans le pays sont invités à le quitter dans les meilleurs délais au moyen des vols commerciaux…
France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 28 February 2026 · updated 19 March 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 17.03.2026 · read 13.10.2026Health – editorial change
September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 13.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Frequently asked questions — travel insurance Afghanistan
What is the official risk level in Afghanistan today?
Level 4/4 — Do Not Travel, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 13 October 2026.
- Is the whole country advised against? United States: yes · France: yes · United Kingdom: yes · Switzerland: yes (reading of 27 September 2026).
- Switzerland’s FDFA advises against all travel to the country (published 22.01.2026).
- The FDFA advises against the trip: art. 18.1 (Module A) opens cancellation, change and curtailment costs.
- At this level most bank cards and standard policies exclude the trip: read My cover before booking, and only leave with cover that says so in writing.
- We check these sources every morning and e-mail you the day one changes (Alerts button).
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 19.02 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · updated 17.03 · read 13.10DFAE · updated 22.01 · read 13.10207-country comparison
Is the whole of Afghanistan advised against, or only some areas?
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
- Official answers: United States: yes · France: yes · United Kingdom: yes · Switzerland: yes.
- Keep your country of residence's advisory on booking day and on departure day: that is what your policy's clauses cite.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 17.03 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 30.07 · read 13.10State Department · updated 19.02 · read 13.10
What are the entry requirements for Afghanistan with my passport?
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
- British passport (Foreign Office): British citizens require a visa to enter Afghanistan; the Afghan embassy in London is currently closed. Travellers must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement; dual nationals should verify document requirements with their provider. Afghan authorities may require proof of polio vaccination upon departure; consult TravelHealthPro's Afghanistan guide for full medical requirements.
- American passport: the requirements are on the State Department country page (travel.state.gov).
- Swiss passport: the FDFA refers you to the destination's embassy in Switzerland.
- Pick your passport at the top of Before you go › Entry: the official text that concerns you comes first, with its “In brief” summary.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 17.03 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 30.07 · read 13.10State Department · updated 19.02 · read 13.10
Do I need an insurance certificate for a Afghanistan visa?
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
- Many other countries ask for it on entry or for a visa, case by case: check Before you go › Entry, with your passport.
- Subscribe: the named certificate arrives by e-mail on payment, with your name, dates and limits (CHF 1.5M medical expenses, unlimited evacuation and repatriation) — the ones consulates check.
- Attach it to the visa file; if in doubt about the format, write to us.
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
What does Maximum Insurance do in Afghanistan, concretely?
VIP Pack — $990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
- CHF 1.5M emergency medical expenses, unlimited medical evacuation and repatriation, search and rescue CHF 50,000, cancellation or change CHF 5,000.
- One 24/7 number, +41 22 ••• •• ••: Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
- Network of 45,000 providers (art. 6.9); evacuation is decided, organised and paid by Maximum's medical team if the local facility is not enough (art. 6.2.2).
- Around Kabul, the nearest hospital read from OpenStreetMap: DK - German Medical Diagnostic Centre · 1.1 km · +93 (0)706 060141 · 24/7 emergency room.
- Named certificate by e-mail on payment, no medical questionnaire.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
How much does a medical repatriation from Afghanistan cost?
From 60 000 € to 150 000 € depending on severity and distance (Diversified Quotes, 2026).
- Without cover: the hospital asks for a deposit before admission, and the medical flight is paid up front.
- With the VIP Pack: the evacuation is decided and settled by Maximum (art. 6.2.2) — no advance, no cap.
SourcesDiversified Quotes, 2026General conditions, policy 20 00 479
What should I do if hospitalised in Afghanistan?
Six steps, in this order.
- 1. Call +41 22 ••• •• •• before paying anything, or have the front desk call: it is the condition for full cover (otherwise: reduced or refused benefits).
- 2. Ask for a hospital in the Maximum network (art. 6.9) — the nearest: DK - German Medical Diagnostic Centre · 1.1 km · +93 (0)706 060141 · 24/7 emergency room.
- 3. See a doctor the same day and leave with the certificate: without an on-the-spot finding, nothing is covered (art. 33).
- 4. Admitted for more than 24 h? The front desk calls Maximum: direct payment guarantee, no deposit (art. 2.12).
- 5. Book no ambulance or flight yourself (art. 6.2.2).
- 6. Once home, file within 30 days (art. 35.7).
- Local emergency services: single number 112 · police 100 · ambulance 102 · fire 101.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Which emergency numbers in Afghanistan?
Local emergency services: single number 112 · police 100 · ambulance 102 · fire 101
- Maximum, 24/7, before any payment: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
- France — Embassy of France (0.6 km)
- United States — کنسولگری آمریکا (638.4 km)
- Save these numbers before leaving; in immediate danger, call local emergency services first, then Maximum.
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
Is an Amex, Visa or Mastercard enough in Afghanistan?
At today's level 4/4, card by card:
- Amex Platinum — Your Amex Platinum expressly excludes this trip: the T&Cs rule out travel to countries your government has advised against visiting.
- Visa — Your Visa may not cover here: the notice excludes the consequences of war, notorious political instability and terrorism — precisely the risks of an advised-against area.
- Mastercard — Your Mastercard World Elite expressly excludes this trip: areas 'formally advised against' by the French foreign ministry are ruled out, assessed at departure date.
- Three lines to read in your notice: the duration (often 90 days per trip), the settlement (reimbursement afterwards or direct payment of the hospital) and the area exclusion at level 4/4.
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
Are a health plan or a travel policy enough in Afghanistan?
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
- Health plan — A health plan treats you at home. Here the hospital asks for a guarantee before admission — not a later reimbursement.
- Travel policy — The clause is a market standard: the reference policy excludes trips to areas 'formally advised against by government authorities' — at this level most classic policies no longer cover.
- A travel policy often has a territorial clause at level 4/4 and a 90-day limit per trip.
- Have your IPID number or the PDF of the terms and ask an expert to call you back: the answer is in the document, not in the brochure.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
How do I use the medical network on this page?
Around Kabul: 80 hospitals and clinics, 64 with a 24/7 emergency room, 34 pharmacies, 17 doctors' practices (OpenStreetMap, hospital list read on 12.10.2026).
- Type your city, hotel or beach: the map re-centres, 24/7 emergency rooms come first.
- Each row gives the phone when the source publishes it, the nearest street, directions and the Google Maps listing.
- The PDF briefing repeats the same places, numbered on a printable map.
- No customer reviews: OpenStreetMap has none, and we invent none.
Which vaccines and health precautions for Afghanistan?
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
- CDC (Travelers' Health), depending on the trip: Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Cholera, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Malaria, Measles.
- France Diplomatie reports in the country: malaria — mosquito protection day and night.
- See a doctor or a travel clinic 8 weeks before departure (Foreign Office).
- Carry your medicines in their packaging, with a prescription using international non-proprietary names (France Diplomatie).
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 17.03 · read 13.10OMS · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 30.07 · read 13.10
Can I be treated in Afghanistan, or will I be evacuated?
0.3 physicians per 1,000 people (2023) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
- 0.3 hospital beds per 1,000 people versus 4.4 in Switzerland (World Bank).
- With 0.3 physicians per 1,000 people (93% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 59 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
- When the local facility is not enough, Maximum's medical team decides the evacuation to a suitable centre, and pays for it (art. 6.2.2).
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Afghanistan: safety, in figures?
4.0 homicides per 100,000 people (2021) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.
- 15.9 road deaths per 100,000 people versus 2.2 in Switzerland (World Bank, WHO).
- UCDP (Uppsala University): 72 geolocated violent incidents, 157 deaths over the last closed period, each placed on the map.
- The homicide rate is 7 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
Where is my embassy in Afghanistan, and why register?
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
- France — Embassy of France (0.6 km)
- United States — کنسولگری آمریکا (638.4 km)
- Register before leaving: France: Ariane · Switzerland: Travel Admin · United Kingdom: Foreign Office alerts · United States: STEP.
- Two minutes, and in a crisis your country's authorities can reach you and count you in an evacuation.
- Pick your passport at the top of Contacts: your embassy comes first.
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 12.10DFAE · updated 22.01 · read 13.10
Which regions of Afghanistan should I avoid, precisely?
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
- Your point (Kabul): advised against — all travel.
- Global Affairs Canada covers the whole country.
- Foreign Office covers the whole country.
- Maximum does not exclude these areas: the VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there (sanctions, embargoes and a country already at war at departure remain enforceable).
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 30.07 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · updated 17.03 · read 13.10
Which laws and customs should I know in Afghanistan?
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
- Foreign nationals, including British nationals, may be detained without due process as Afghanistan's legal system is based on Sharia law.
- Women must cover from head to toe and may be arrested and face jail sentences if they do not comply with strict dress codes.
- Men must wear loose clothing covering their waist to knees, grow a beard at least a fist's width, and avoid looking at unrelated women.
- Activism, religious proselytism, and discussing or publishing information critical of the de facto authorities can lead to arrest and lengthy detention.
- It is illegal to photograph government buildings, military installations, and palaces; seek permission before taking any photographs.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 30.07 · read 13.10
Who can I call at any hour from Afghanistan?
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
- France — Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs: +33 1 53 59 11 00. 24/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.
- Switzerland — FDFA Helpline: +41 58 465 33 33 · +41 800 24 7 365. 24/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.
- United Kingdom — Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: +44 20 7008 5000. 24 hours, for British nationals.
- United States — Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State: +1 202 501 4444 · +1 888 407 4747. From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 17.03 · read 13.10eda.admin.ch · updated 22.01 · read 13.10
A few useful phrases in Persian for Afghanistan?
Emergency phrases, transliterated; the original script, to show if pronunciation fails, is under Useful phrases.
- Help! → Komak konid!
- Call an ambulance! → Āmbulāns khabar konid!
- I need a doctor. → Be doktor niyāz dāram.
- Where is the nearest hospital? → Nazdik-tarin bimārestān kojāst?
- Call the police! → Polis rā khabar konid!
SourcesMaximum Insurance
What should I keep after leaving Afghanistan, and how do I file a claim?
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
- File within 30 days (art. 35.7) from your client area, with the documents; the official forms are pre-filled.
- Costs advanced on site are reimbursed against receipts.
- Fever, persistent diarrhoea or a rash in the following weeks? See a doctor and say where you have been — malaria circulate in the country (France Diplomatie).
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
What does the Pack VIP Extreme add?
Cancellation or change up to CHF 20,000, special risk CHF 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
- Special risk (Module A): political event, attack, epidemic, natural disaster — opens when the FDFA, the FOPH or WHO advise against the trip (art. 18.1).
- Epidemic: assistance must be requested within 7 days of the WHO or FDFA qualification (art. 36.2).
- Crisis management and security: trip registration, monitoring, extraction, evacuation in case of riot, war, terrorism or disaster; Kidnap & Ransom subject to eligibility (art. 18.4).
- $2,290 a year, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.
What Maximum knows
The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
Same advisory level: Iraq · Iran · Lebanon · Libya · Mali · Niger
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