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Yes, foreign investors can access Afghanistan through specialized commercial pathways. Initial stays start via a 30-day single-entry Visa on Arrival ($200 USD + 2,000 AFN) or online e-Visas,
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Yes, foreign spouses and dependants can rejoin relatives in Afghanistan using the Family Reunification pathway. Initial applications are initiated through the official e-Visa portal ($8.25 US
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Yes, foreign nationals can obtain Permanent Residency or Settlement status in Afghanistan after fulfilling long-term temporary requirements under work, investor, or family tracks. Application
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Yes, foreign citizens can visit Afghanistan for tourism or family stays by obtaining a short-stay Tourist Visa. The process requires a passport valid for 6+ months, a confirmed return ticket,
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Business · 3–9 months (Total timeline includes full local trade licensing, physical company setup, and multi-entry conversion; standalone initial entry permits process in 1 to 3 weeks).
PR pathway: Yes · Job offer: Not always required
Family · 6–24 weeks (varies by relationship and country)
PR pathway: Yes · Job offer: Not always required
Migration · 2–4 weeks
PR pathway: No · Job offer: Required
Residency · 4–12 months
PR pathway: Yes · Job offer: Not always required
Student · 4–12 weeks (peaks before academic intake)
PR pathway: No · Job offer: Not always required
Tourist · 5–30 days (varies by mission)
PR pathway: No · Job offer: Not always required
Work · 4–16 weeks (employer + government processing)
PR pathway: No · Job offer: Required
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