Afghanistan Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

AfghanistanThis country’s passport is ranked No. 185 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score35

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
202030174
202134181
202239182
202341183
202441178
202537177
202635185
Population
45,047,069(2026 est.)
Official language
Pashto, Dari; regional official languages: Uzbek, Turkmen, Balochi, Pashai, Nuristani, Pamiri and other third languages where majority
Government type
Theocratic emirate
Continent
Asia
Capital
Kabul
Currency
Afghan Afghani
Area
652,230 km²
Phone code
+93

Afghanistan: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
149th out of 199 countries
WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
159th out of 159 countries
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation RankingOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries
57th out of 57 countries
G77 RankingG77 Countries
132nd out of 132 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

About Afghanistan

Afghanistan is a landlocked country in South Asia, sharing borders with six nations. Its rugged terrain is dominated by the Hindu Kush mountain range, which extends across the central highlands. The northern plains and southwestern deserts contrast sharply with the fertile valleys along rivers. The country's location has historically made it a crossroads for trade and cultural exchange.

Daily life in Afghanistan is deeply rooted in local traditions and community ties. Markets in cities like Kabul and Herat bustle with merchants selling carpets, spices, and handicrafts. Rural communities rely on agriculture, with many families cultivating wheat, fruits, and nuts. Social gatherings often center around shared meals, tea, and storytelling in private homes.

Afghanistan's international relationships have been shaped by decades of conflict and efforts to rebuild. The country engages with neighboring states and global partners on security and economic development. Diaspora communities around the world maintain strong cultural and familial links to their homeland. The ongoing pursuit of stability continues to define Afghanistan's role on the global stage.