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Kabul: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Kabul is the capital and largest city of Afghanistan. It is within the jurisdiction of Kabul District and has an estimated population of 5,333,284 people.

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Now in the cityKabulsunset 04:58 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map34
Exchange rate؋64.85per 1 $AFN — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Places on the map34

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Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid all travelThe whole country is off limits.
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Addition of information about UK Government support (see ‘Do not travel to Afghanistan’ on the ‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.
  • civil unrest
  • crime
  • terrorism
  • kidnapping
  • natural disasters
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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.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Kabul International Airport KBL5.6 km from the centre
Khost International Airport KHT150 km from the centre
Bacha Khan International Airport PEW224 km from the centre

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