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Afghanistan Consulate General in Pakistan (Karachi)
The Afghanistan Consulate General in Pakistan is an official diplomatic mission of Afghanistan, located in Karachi. It provides visa information, Afghanistan passport services, consular assistance and support for Afghanistan citizens living in Pakistan and travelers heading to Afghanistan.
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About the Afghanistan Consulate General in Pakistan
The Consulate General of Afghanistan in Karachi is part of Afghanistan's consular network in Pakistan. It focuses on practical services for citizens and travelers in the Karachi region, working alongside the main Afghanistan mission in Islamabad.
Who the consulate general serves
Citizens and residents of Pakistan traveling to Afghanistan come here for visa guidance and application requirements. Afghanistan citizens living in Pakistan rely on the mission for passport renewals, civil registry matters such as birth and marriage registration, notarial services and emergency assistance.
How the consular network is organized
Afghanistan operates 4 missions in Pakistan, so the office you need depends on your region — the network section below shows every location. As a rule of thumb, the consulates general in the major cities process the highest volume of visa and passport applications.
Afghanistan's Diplomatic Network in Pakistan
This consulate general is one of 4 Afghanistan missions in Pakistan. Choose the office that covers your region:
Traveling the other way? See the Embassy of Pakistan in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Afghanistan Consulate General in Karachi — Location, Address & Directions
Afghanistan Consulate General Services in Pakistan
Visa Applications
Apply for a Afghanistan visa for tourism, study, work, business or transit. The consulate general provides visa information and application guidance for citizens and residents of Pakistan, with most applications processed through the consulates general in the major cities.
Passport Services
Passport renewal and replacement for Afghanistan citizens abroad, including lost or stolen passports and emergency travel documents.
Emergency Assistance
Consular help for Afghanistan citizens in distress: accidents, hospitalization, arrest, lost documents or crisis situations in Pakistan. Emergency contact procedures are published on the official website.
Document Notarization
Authentication and certification of official documents for use abroad — powers of attorney, certified copies and signature legalization for papers moving between the Afghanistan and Pakistan legal systems.
Birth & Marriage Registration
Registration of life events for Afghanistan nationals abroad: births, marriages and deaths are entered into the national civil registry so they are recognized at home.
Legal Assistance
Referrals to local legal resources and lists of lawyers for Afghanistan citizens involved in legal proceedings in Pakistan.
Afghanistan Visa Information
Who needs a Afghanistan visa?
Entry requirements for Afghanistan depend on your nationality, the purpose of your trip and how long you plan to stay. Some travelers enter visa free for short visits while others need a visa or electronic authorization — check the current rules with this consulate general or on the official Afghanistan immigration portal before booking travel.
Long stays, work and study
Work, study and family visas usually require sponsorship or admission first and take longer to process than visitor visas. Typical Afghanistan visa documents include a valid passport, photos, proof of funds, travel insurance, accommodation details and purpose specific papers. Apply well before travel and book your visa appointment early.
Afghanistan Visa Application Checklist
Officers refuse incomplete files more often than weak ones — run through this checklist before your appointment:
- ✓Passport valid well beyond your return date, with at least two blank pages
- ✓Completed application form, signed and dated
- ✓Recent passport photos meeting the Afghanistan specifications
- ✓Travel or medical insurance if required for your visa category
- ✓Proof of accommodation — hotel bookings, rental agreement or host invitation
- ✓Refundable travel reservation (buy the real ticket only after approval)
- ✓Recent bank statements showing sufficient funds for your stay
- ✓Employment letter with approved leave, or business/university enrolment documents
- ✓Visa fee payment and appointment confirmation
Requirements vary by visa type and nationality — the official checklist from the Afghanistan authorities is always the final word.
Upcoming Public Holidays in Pakistan
The consulate general may close on Pakistan public holidays as well as Afghanistan national holidays — always confirm before visiting.
Independence DayAug 14, 2026 Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid)Aug 25, 2026 Iqbal DayNov 9, 2026 Quaid-e-Azam DayDec 25, 2026 Kashmir DayFeb 5, 2027 End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Mar 9, 2027 Emergency Numbers in Pakistan
Free to call from any phone, 24 hours. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact the Afghanistan Consulate General in Karachi?
Call +92 21 3582 1261 during office hours, email agc_karachi@yahoo.com.
Where is the Consulate General of Afghanistan in Karachi located?
The consulate general is located at Street- 26, Block 5, Clifton Karachi 75500 Pakistan
How do I apply for a Afghanistan visa in Pakistan?
Contact the consulate general or check the official website for the current application procedure — many countries route applications through online portals and visa application centers, and the consulates general usually handle the highest volume of applications. Book an appointment before visiting.
Do Pakistan citizens need a visa for Afghanistan?
Visa requirements depend on your nationality, the purpose of travel and length of stay. Check the current rules with this consulate general or on the official Afghanistan immigration portal before booking travel.
What are the Consulate General of Afghanistan in Karachi opening hours?
The mission is generally open on weekdays (09:30–12:00–13:30–16:30 on Mondays) and closed on weekends and public holidays of both countries. Check the live status in the office hours panel on this page.
What services does the Consulate General of Afghanistan in Karachi provide?
Visa information and applications, passport services for Afghanistan citizens, document notarization and legalization, civil registry matters, and emergency consular assistance.
Do I need an appointment to visit?
Almost always, yes. Most missions require appointments for visa and passport services; walk-in availability is limited to emergencies. Book through the official website.
What should Afghanistan citizens do in an emergency in Pakistan?
Call the local emergency number 15 first for immediate danger. For consular help — lost passports, accidents, arrests — contact the mission at +92 21 3582 1261 during office hours or use the emergency line on the official website.
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