Afghanistan
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 43.8 million people live in Afghanistan, on 652,230 km². The capital is Kabul.
- Capital
- Kabul
- Population
- 43,844,111
- Area
- 652,230 km²
- Official languages
- Pashto and Dari
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Afghanistan?
Sockets take plug type C/F, at 220 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Afghanistan?
Call 119 for the police, 102 for an ambulance and 119 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Afghanistan?
Round up, or leave small change.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Afghanistan?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Afghanistan?
Prices are in Afghan Afghani (AFN).
What language do they speak in Afghanistan?
Official languages: Pashto and Dari.
How do I call a number in Afghanistan from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +93.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
