Afghanistan passport → Spain
Do Afghan citizens need a visa for Spain?
Afghan passport holders need a visa for Spain, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Spain at a glance
- Capital
- Madrid
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Languages
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +34
- Region
- Southern Europe
ES40.0°N · 4.0°WPhoto: Benjamin Smith · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSpain for other passports
- AfghanistanVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Southern Europe for Afghan passport holders
Common questions
Do Afghan citizens need a visa for Spain?
Afghan passport holders need a visa for Spain, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Afghan citizens stay in Spain?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Afghan citizens get a visa on arrival in Spain?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Afghan citizens visit without a visa?
23 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Afghanistan passport ranks #94 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Afghan citizens (edited 24 Sept 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Spain before you travel.