Greece Visa RequirementsFor Afghanistan passport holders
Afghan citizens require a Schengen visa to visit Greece, costing €90 ($98 USD). Greek Embassy operations in Kabul are suspended, so Afghans apply at the Greek Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, or the Greek Consulate in Dubai. Greece is home to significant Islamic heritage alongside its ancient sites.
Afghanistan passport holders require a visa to enter Greece.
Apply at the Greek Embassy in Islamabad or the Greek Consulate in Dubai. Required documents: completed Schengen application form, valid Afghan passport (at least 3 months beyond return from Schengen), two biometric passport photos, travel insurance (minimum €30,000 Schengen-wide), confirmed return flights, accommodation proof, 3 months of bank statements, employment letter, and evidence of ties to current country of residence. The €90 fee is paid at the embassy. Processing takes 15 business days on average.
Greece is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Afghanistan to Greece: What You Need to Know
Greece is a Schengen member: a Greek Schengen visa grants access to all 27 Schengen countries. The Schengen fee is €90 since June 2024. The Greek Embassy in Kabul has suspended operations. Afghan nationals apply at the Greek Embassy in Islamabad or the Greek Consulate in Dubai. Greece has a significant Muslim minority in Thrace (northeastern Greece) and centuries of Ottoman heritage visible in its architecture and food traditions. Afghan applicants should prepare thorough documentation demonstrating genuine tourist intent.
How to Get There
No direct flights connect Afghan airports to Greece. Route via Dubai (DXB) then Emirates or Aegean Airlines to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), or via Islamabad (ISB) through Gulf hubs then onward to Athens. Via Istanbul (IST) with Turkish Airlines then Aegean Airlines or Olympic Air to Athens is a common option. Total journey time from Kabul is typically 10 to 16 hours via the Gulf.
Money & Banking
Greece uses the euro (EUR). Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted, though many small restaurants and shops on the islands prefer cash. Greece is one of the more affordable Schengen destinations: budget accommodation in Athens from €25 to €40, island accommodation from €40 to €80 per night. Meals in local tavernas from €10 to €18. The Athens Metro and island ferries are affordable. ATMs are available throughout. Notify your bank before travel.
Practical Tips
Athens' Acropolis with the Parthenon temple is one of the world's most iconic monuments (UNESCO). The Plaka neighbourhood below the Acropolis has excellent tavernas and folk art shops. Santorini's caldera view with whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches is among the world's most photographed scenes. Mykonos offers beaches and nightlife. Rhodes old town (UNESCO) has one of the best-preserved medieval fortifications in the Mediterranean. The Meteora rock monasteries perched on towering pillars are extraordinary. Greek cuisine: moussaka, souvlaki, spanakopita, and fresh seafood.