--- title: Basic Work Permit — Afghanistan (2026) description: Free complete guide to the Basic Work Permit visa for Afghanistan. Eligibility, costs, documents, process, and FAQ. Updated 2026. image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Afghanistan flag [/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fflagcdn.com%2Fw80%2Faf.png&w=3840&q=75]FOREIGN NATIONAL EMPLOYMENT WORK AUTHORIZATION PERMIT Category: Migration · Processing time: 2-4 weeks Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-06-02Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial visa portal ↗ [https://evisa.moi.gov.af/] Review due soon 3 min readCommunity feedback: open Save visa to plan Visa decisions require official verification MigrantIQ provides general migration information, not legal advice. Always verify critical steps with official government sources or a licensed advisor before paying fees or submitting documents. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report an issue [/contact/] AI-assisted. Parts of this page may be drafted with AI and editor-reviewed. Always confirm rules, fees, and hours on official government sources before you act. How we use AI [/about/ai/] · Editorial standards [/about/editorial-standards/] Apply through official authority Afghanistan e-Visa Portal Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-06-18. Apply on official site → [https://evisa.moi.gov.af/] Visa type Migration Processing time 2-4 weeks Fees Mfa_entry_visa: $120.00 to $200.00 USD (Consulate location dependent) Validity 1 year Stay duration Up to 1 year (renewable annually) Entry type Single Entry (convertible to multiple-entry work status post-arrival) Insurance Not listed as mandatory Bookmark Save this visa to My Plan OVERVIEW Primary work authorization track issued to foreign nationals sponsored by a registered Afghan employer. Path to PR: No. Path to citizenship: No. Income: Must match MoLSA skilled labor baselin * Leads to permanent residency: No * Requires job offer: Yes * Language required: No * Minimum education: Not specified * Financial requirement: Sufficient corporate sponsorship backed by a valid, localized commercial employment contract. * Accommodation proof: Yes, local residential address registry or employer-provided compound housing data is required upon arrival. * Return ticket: No ESTIMATED COSTS * - Mfa_entry_visa: $120.00 to $200.00 USD (Consulate location dependent) * - Medical_exam_clearance: $100.00 USD standard health verification cost * - Molsa_work_permit_card: $300.00 USD flat legal printing fee for a 1-year permit * - Extension_fee: $50.00 USD per additional month via the Ministry of Interior REQUIRED DOCUMENTS * - Valid physical passport with at least 6 months validity remaining * - Official job offer letter or formal employment contract signed by a registered Afghan entity * - MFA Consular Affairs Directorate clearance reference number/invitation code * - Proof of professional qualifications (certified diplomas, degrees, or technical certifications) * - Health certificate/medical exam clearance cleared by public health authorities * - Recent passport-sized photographs (white background) * - Completed MoLSA work registration request forms submitted in Dari or Pashto APPLICATION STEPS 1. The host employer requests an invitation clearance from the ACBR&IP, Ministry of Interior, and MoFA in Kabul. 2. The foreign employee submits the initial Entry Visa application online or via the designated Afghan Embassy using the clearance reference number. 3. Upon approval, pay the entry visa processing tariff ($120 - $200 USD) and travel to Afghanistan. 4. Undergo the required local health screening/medical exam ($100 USD) overseen by the Ministry of Public Health. 5. Submit the finalized contract, medical charts, and photos to MoLSA to print the official 1-year Work Permit Card ($300 USD). Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Afghanistan e-Visa Portal → [https://evisa.moi.gov.af/] TRAVEL INSURANCE REQUIREMENT * Mandatory: Not listed as mandatory * Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules * Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions * Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority EMBASSY, CONSULATE & APPOINTMENTS Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees. Open appointment or official portal → [https://evisa.moi.gov.af/] Browse foreign embassies in Afghanistan (MigrantIQ directory) → [/embassies/in/afghanistan/] Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal. Application checklist TRACK YOUR BASIC WORK PERMIT PREPARATION Check items off as you prepare. Progress is saved in this browser and can be synced from My Plan. 0 / 16 complete * Confirm Basic Work Permit requirements on the official Afghanistan immigration source.Afghanistan e-Visa Portal * Review the eligibility rules and note anything that needs evidence.This pathway lists a job offer requirement. * Secure a qualifying job offer and employer documents.Ask the employer for official offer letters, registration details, and any sponsorship forms. * Prepare document: Valid physical passport with at least 6 months validity remainingCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Official job offer letter or formal employment contract signed by a registered Afghan entityCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: MFA Consular Affairs Directorate clearance reference number/invitation codeCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Proof of professional qualifications (certified diplomas, degrees, or technical certifications)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Health certificate/medical exam clearance cleared by public health authoritiesCheck whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Prepare document: Recent passport-sized photographs (white background)Check whether translation, notarization, apostille, or certified copies are required. * Complete step: The host employer requests an invitation clearance from the ACBR&IP, Ministry of Interior, and MoFA in Kabul. * Complete step: The foreign employee submits the initial Entry Visa application online or via the designated Afghan Embassy using the clearance reference number. * Complete step: Upon approval, pay the entry visa processing tariff ($120 - $200 USD) and travel to Afghanistan. * Complete step: Undergo the required local health screening/medical exam ($100 USD) overseen by the Ministry of Public Health. * Complete step: Submit the finalized contract, medical charts, and photos to MoLSA to print the official 1-year Work Permit Card ($300 USD). * Pay only through official channels and save receipts.Avoid bank transfers to personal accounts or agents promising guaranteed approval. * Save a full copy of forms, uploads, payment receipts, and appointment confirmations. Clear checklistSync checklist in My Plan → [/plan/] GET VISA CHECKLIST UPDATES Receive relevant reminders and source updates for Basic Work Permit in Afghanistan. Get reminders BENEFITS & WHAT THIS VISA ALLOWS * - Legal authorization to reside and engage in full-time commercial employment under an authorized sponsor * - Exemption from short-term tourist exit/entry visa extension loops * - Ability to secure multiple-entry visa stamp adjustments once the physical card is printed Trust & safety BEFORE YOU PAY OR SUBMIT DOCUMENTS Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract. Official portal → [https://evisa.moi.gov.af/] RELEVANT LAWS * Immigration Status and Overstay Rules [/laws/afghanistan/immigration-status-and-overstay-rules/] Immigration · Severity: Critical Your right to stay in Afghanistan is determined by the type of visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you hold. You should understand that a pending application, job offer, or school admission does… * Work Authorisation Rules [/laws/afghanistan/work-authorisation-rules/] Employment · Severity: Critical In Afghanistan, holding a visa for entry does not automatically grant the right to work. This is important for various groups such as workers, students, freelancers, digital nomads, and employers. Understanding the… * Tax Residency and Income Reporting [/laws/afghanistan/tax-residency-and-income-reporting/] Tax · Severity: High Tax residency in Afghanistan is determined by several factors. If you live in Afghanistan for an extended period, work locally, or register as a resident, you may become a tax resident. This status requires you to… ACTIVE SCAM ALERTS * Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge [/scam-alerts/afghanistan/document-translation-notary-overcharge/]Medium In Afghanistan, newcomers sometimes hit challenges with document processing, particularly when seeking translations, notary services, or apostilles for visas or other legal matters. Some dishonest agents exploit this… * Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee [/scam-alerts/afghanistan/fake-border-airport-assistance-fee/]Medium Scammers in Afghanistan are targeting tourists, first-time travelers, workers, and students by impersonating airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents. They claim that new arrivals must pay a special fee to… * Fake University or Scholarship Letter [/scam-alerts/afghanistan/fake-university-or-scholarship-letter/]Medium In Afghanistan, a concerning trend has emerged involving fraudsters who offer fake admissions, scholarships, or student visa packages. These scams often target students, parents, and scholarship applicants who are… * Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract [/scam-alerts/afghanistan/rental-deposit-before-viewing/]Medium In Afghanistan, a specific type of housing fraud targets newcomers, especially students, families, and remote workers. Scammers post fake apartment listings online, often using attractive images and low prices to lure… QUICK ELIGIBILITY CHECK Use this self-check for Basic Work Permit. It does not replace official legal assessment. I have a qualifying job offerI have required language test evidence Education LevelHigh schoolDiplomaBachelor or higher Result: Requirements appear incomplete COMMON REJECTION REASONS * - Incomplete applications or missing local employer corporate registry details * - Employer failing to prove that local domestic workers were prioritized for the role * - Failing the mandatory post-arrival medical exam or lacking clean health attestation * - Missing the foundational Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) invitation clearance reference number APPLICATION TIPS * - Ensure your employer submits the internal requests to MoLSA in Dari or Pashto as strictly mandated by the labor code. * - Do not attempt to work on a standard tourist visa; you must enter using an official 'Entry Visa' track to be eligible for a work card conversion. * - Keep physical hard copies of your medical clearance charts and passport photos ready for the physical printing step in Kabul. SOURCES & REFERENCES Use these references for verification. Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ. * Afghanistan e-Visa Portal [https://evisa.moi.gov.af/] Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements. * MigrantIQ visa record Last verified 2026-06-18. Feedback Was this guide helpful? Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority. YesNo PLAN YOUR NEXT STEPS * All visas · AfghanistanIndex [/visas/afghanistan/] * AfghanistanCountry [/countries/afghanistan/] * Arrival checklistChecklist [/checklist/afghanistan/] * Eligibility quizTool [/tools/eligibility/] * Pick a corridor calculatorCalculator [/calculator/] * Immigration Q&AQ&A [/qa/] * People storiesStories [/stories/?corridor=afghanistan] * Save to My PlanPlan [/plan/] Summarize this page with AI Opens your assistant with a pre-filled prompt (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude). Gemini uses Google AI Mode. Ask AI ↗ Not affiliated with any AI platform. 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