Official/Service Visa

The Official/Service Visa is a complimentary visa classification reserved for holders of service or special passports who are traveling to Afghanistan to perform official duties. This category is typically granted to government employees, administrative staff, or individuals on official missions who do not qualify for a diplomatic visa but are nonetheless traveling in an official capacity. Like the diplomatic visa, this classification is provided free of charge, reflecting its status as an official government-to-government arrangement. It is designed to facilitate the mobility of personnel who are supporting diplomatic, consular, or other official government functions.

Applicants for an official or service visa must present their valid service or special passport along with a 'Note Verbale' or an official letter from their sponsoring government agency or organization. This documentation must clearly state the nature of the official assignment and confirm the applicant's status. The visa is processed through official channels and requires approval from the relevant Afghan authorities. By providing this streamlined, complimentary entry, the Afghan government ensures that personnel on official business can enter the country efficiently to carry out their designated tasks in support of their respective missions or government objectives.