🇦🇫 Korean Mission in Afghanistan

Korean Embassy in Afghanistan - Address & Contact

Q: What is the phone number of the Korean Embassy in Afghanistan?

The main phone number is (974)4463-9555. For emergencies, call (93)70-735-6492 (available 24/7).

Q: How can I get consular assistance in Afghanistan?

Visit the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Afghanistan at Tornado Tower 15th Floor, Majlis Al Taawon St., West Bay, Doha, Qatar (Temporary office in Doha), or call the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404. In an emergency, dial (93)70-735-6492.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Afghanistan

The Korean Embassy for Afghanistan currently operates out of Islamabad, Pakistan, with no resident diplomatic staff in Kabul following the security deterioration after the Taliban's return to power in 2021. The Korean government maintains a travel ban on Afghanistan and strongly advises against all travel to the country.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Afghanistan (Kabul)

Office Name	Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Afghanistan
Type	Embassy
Address	Tornado Tower 15th Floor, Majlis Al Taawon St., West Bay, Doha, Qatar (Temporary office in Doha)
Phone	(974)4463-9555
Emergency	(93)70-735-6492 (24/7)
Consular Call Center	(82)2-3210-0404
Toll-Free	080-020-0219
Website	http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/af-ko/index.do

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Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Afghanistan - Location

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Mission contact details as of 2026-11-10 · Source: each mission's official website (overseas.mofa.go.kr)

Diplomatic Relations

1973.12.

Exports

$42.6M

Imports

$1.4M

Diplomatic relations and trade: MOFA country information (2025 trade figures, checked 2026-11-10)

Entry Requirements

🇦🇫 Afghanistan Citizens Visiting South Korea

Citizens of Afghanistan with regular passports are not visa-exempt and generally need a visa before travelling to Korea. Check visa types and how to apply on the Korea Visa Portal (visa.go.kr) or with the Korean embassy.

Korea Visa Portal K-ETA Immigration Service

Entry requirements may change without notice. Always check the latest travel advisories on the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before traveling.

Entry information checked 2026-11-13 · Sources: MOFA overseas safety travel visa-free list (as of Sep 2026) and travel alert levels; Korea's visa-free entry list (as of Feb 2024) and K-ETA temporary exemption notice (Dec 2025)

South Korea – Afghanistan Diplomatic Relations

Korea and Afghanistan established diplomatic relations in 1973. Korea made significant investments in Afghanistan's reconstruction following 2001, contributing over $800 million in ODA and deploying a Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) in Parwan Province between 2010 and 2014. The Taliban's takeover in August 2021 fundamentally altered the bilateral relationship; Korea evacuated its staff from Kabul and has since maintained only non-resident diplomatic engagement. Korea continues to provide humanitarian aid through international organizations operating in Afghanistan.

Mission status as of 2026-11-10 · Source: MOFA country information

South Korea – Afghanistan Trade & Economy

Bilateral trade is negligible given the current situation. Prior to 2021, Korean exports to Afghanistan reached around $30 million annually, mainly consisting of construction materials and equipment tied to reconstruction projects. Korean investment and trade engagement remain suspended under current conditions.

Exports to Afghanistan

$42.6M

Imports from Afghanistan

$1.4M

Trade values are 2025 figures (MOFA country information, checked 2026-11-10). Figures in the text refer to the year stated in each sentence.

Tips for Koreans Living in Afghanistan

The Korean government has issued the highest-level travel warning for Afghanistan — travel is prohibited for Korean nationals without special government authorization. Any Korean citizen in Afghanistan who needs consular assistance should contact the Korean Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan. All non-emergency travel to Afghanistan remains strongly discouraged.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where is the Korean Embassy in Afghanistan?

A. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Afghanistan is located at Tornado Tower 15th Floor, Majlis Al Taawon St., West Bay, Doha, Qatar (Temporary office in Doha).

Q. What is the phone number for the Korean Embassy in Afghanistan?

A. The main number is (974)4463-9555. For emergencies, call (93)70-735-6492. The Consular Call Center can be reached at (82)2-3210-0404.

Q. What should I do in an emergency in Afghanistan?

A. Call the emergency line at (93)70-735-6492 -- it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also reach the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404 or the toll-free number 080-020-0219.