Travel Vaccines and Advice for Afghanistan

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Afghanistan. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Afghanistan: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, polio and tetanus.

Polio is still a very real threat in some parts of Afghanistan. Vaccination is highly recommended for travellers. You may be required to show proof of polio vaccination upon entering the country.

Cholera is another infection still found in regions of the country. Vaccination is highly recommended. As with all foodborne illnesses, vaccination is the best form of protection.

Malaria and dengue are present in Afghanistan. Bring mosquito repellent, netting and wearing protective clothing. Antimalarials may be recommended based on your itinerary.

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Visas are required for all forms of entry to Afghanistan. Passports must have at least six months’ validity. Proof of polio vaccination is required if you are intending to stay for over four weeks. Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required if arriving from a country where yellow fever is present.

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Sources: Embassy of Afghanistan and GOV.UK

Travellers must register with the Ministry of the Interior’s Foreigners’ Registration Office upon arrival. There is a location at Kabul International Airport and others throughout the region.

The weather in Afghanistan is predictable. Hot summers, and cold winters.

Summer temperatures easily reach to 43 degrees. Midwinter temperatures as low as the mid-teens are common around the Hindu Kush. The highlands vary with elevation. The coolest temperatures usually occur on the heights of the mountains.

Temperatures show range greatly on a daily basis. Mornings can be near freezing. But, by the afternoon it can reach up to 32 degrees.

In the mountains bordering Pakistan, Indian monsoons bring moist tropical air in summer. While the frontal winds from the west may bring large sandstorms or dust storms.

UK citizens are advised to avoid travel to Afghanistan.

The country has the highest incidence rate of domestic violence in the world. It is also ranked first in the total number of violent hate crimes and third in the total number of crime levels, in the world.

Due to the high level of danger and presence of terrorist organisations, travel is not recommended.

The Salang Pass connects Kabul and northern Afghanistan. At nearly 4000 meters, it is one of the most scenic and adventurous drives in Afghanistan.

Visitors will see views of the Hindu Kush Mountains before entering the Salang Tunnel. The construct which runs through the mountains at 3,400 meters high. It is one of the highest tunnels in the world.

Afghan travel requires those travelling to plan a bit further ahead. Ensure you’re ready for the trip.

• Personal Allergy/Relief Medication – Dust is a constant presence in Afghanistan. Have the necessary medication with you to combat allergies in the Afghanistan climate.
• Chapstick – This is essential to avoid dry or cracked lips whilst acclimatising to the region.
• Lubricating Eye Drops – Again, dust is omnipresent in Afghanistan. Lubricating eye drops could be a life-saver to helping you avoid itchy and irritated eyes.

Consular services are currently unavailable in Afghanistan. Travel to the region is not recommended.

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