Travel Information From Uzbekistan to Afghanistan

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Routine Vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (Influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
• Polio
• Shingles

Cholera

Vaccination may be considered for adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission. Areas of active cholera transmission are localized to Kabul (last case reported December 2021), Kapisa (last case reported December 2021), Kandahar (last case reported December 2021), Laghman (last case reported December 2021),and Zabul (last case reported December 2021) in Afghanistan. Cholera is rare in travelers but can be severe. Certain factors may increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease. Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Afghanistan.
Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.
Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages to Afghanistan.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Afghanistan take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take

Infants 6 to 11 months old traveling internationally should get 1 dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine before travel. This dose does not count as part of the routine childhood vaccination series.

Polio

A single lifetime booster dose of Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) is recommended for adults who received the routine polio vaccination series as children; the routine series is recommended for unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated children and adults and those with unknown vaccination status.

Rabies

Rabid dogs are commonly found in Afghanistan. If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other mammal while in Afghanistan, there may be limited or no rabies treatment available.
Consider rabies vaccination before your trip if your activities mean you will be around dogs or wildlife.
Travelers more likely to encounter rabid animals include
Campers, adventure travelers, or cave explorers (spelunkers)
Veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers handling animal specimens
Visitors to rural areas
Since children are more likely to be bitten or scratched by a dog or other animals, consider rabies vaccination for children traveling to Afghanistan.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

You will need 6 months validity remaining on your passport from the date of entry.

Local Phrases Language : Pashto and Dari

Local Phrases :

• Kabul: +93202500431
• Mazar e Sharif: +93502002713

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Kabul

Kabul is known for its historical gardens, bazaars, and palaces, well known examples are the Gardens of Babur and Darul Aman Palace. In the latter half of the 20th century, it became a stop on the hippie trail attracting tourists, while the city also gained the nickname Paris of Central Asia.

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Kidnapping

There is a high threat of kidnappings in Afghanistan particularly around the capital Kabul and also near the border with Pakistan. Terrorist attacks have also frequently occurred around Kabul and also in the eastern and southern provinces of the country involving improvised explosive devices and suicide bombings. There are reports of indescrimate use of chemical weapons. The country has been continuously volatile since the Taliban government was ousted in 2001.

Taliban and Daesh Forces

There is considerably high risk to both locals and travelers by Taliban and Daesh forces. Daesh forces are also taking advantage of disaffected locals and there has been an increase in risk of attacks by the terrorist organisation in recent years.

Emergency Assistance

If you go anyway and get into trouble, it may be impossible for your insurer to provide emergency assistance, and consular officials from your own country may be severely limited in the assistance they can give. We care about your personal safety and wellbeing, please heed all government issued travel warnings.

International Driving Permit 1949 is required

• The most common religion in Afghanistan is Islam.
• Do not call Afghans “Arabs” or “Middle Eastern”. Afghanistan is not located in the Middle East. It is a South Central Asian country composed of many different ethnicities, none of which are Arab.
• Avoid mentioning the topics of ethnic tension, politics, the Taliban, warfare or women’s rights unless your counterpart initiates the conversation or you have a close relationship with them. These are sensitive subjects in Afghanistan and such discussions can lead a person to recall negative experiences.
• Do not assume that all Afghan Muslims follow a conservative interpretation of Islam. The official position of many Afghan religious leaders does not reflect the interpretations of all Afghan people. For example, not all Afghan Muslim women living in other countries wear the hijab.
• Avoid telling dirty jokes or making fun of someone in a humiliating way. Such humour is unlikely to be appreciated.
• Avoid losing your temper or complaining about petty things that are not overly significant. Afghans are very resilient and stoic people. Struggle is constantly put into perspective in light of those still experiencing extremely violent and dire conditions in Afghanistan, as well as those who have passed away. Therefore, people are expected to control their emotions, be patient and composed.
• Do not push an Afghan to tell you about their family. Some people have been separated from relatives or had family members killed. Others may be hesitant to talk about the family they have left in Afghanistan out of fear that it could endanger them.

Do I need travel insurance to travel to Afghanistan?

Travel insurance is very important when traveling overseas. We strongly recommend that you take out cover to travel to Afghanistan. You can usually take out single trip or annual multi-trip cover to give you peace of mind should anything happen.

It can be a better and cheaper option to take annual multi-trip cover as it usually covers any number of trips taken in one year with a maximum of up to around 60 days away per trip.

We work with the top names in the industry and have already pre-selected the easiest, cheapest and best quality travel insurance on the market to save you time and money trying to find the best cover.

Travel insurance typically covers the following; however, you can tailor a policy to suit your needs depending on where you are traveling to, your activities and how long you are away.

• Medical Expenses
  Medical treatment can be extremely costly and add up very quickly, and include Overnight stays in hospital, minor or major surgery, accident and emergency treatment, drugs, COVID-19 treatment, journey home if you cannot use the original ticket, dental treatment, and many more unexpected expenses.
• Baggage and personal belongings
  If your baggage is lost, stolen, damaged or delayed it is extremely frustrating. If you must buy new clothes, toiletry products or personal belongings it can be very expensive and time consuming.
• Cancellation
  Sometimes due to unforeseen circumstances you may need to cancel your trip. This could be due to several reasons such as illness, injury, a bereavement or many other scenarios. Usually airlines, tour operators and hotels have large cancellation fees, so buying travel insurance that covers this is recommended.

Health Care

Healthcare of Afghanistan is ranked 162th in the world. Afghanistan still lacks basic healthcare and medical coverage for its citizens, especially in areas that are hit by violence and terror.

Health Risk

Routine Vaccines: Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include • Chickenpox (Varicella) • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis • Flu (Influenza) • Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) • Polio • Shingles Cholera: Vaccination may be considered for adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission. Areas of active cholera transmission are localized to Kabul (last case reported December 2021), Kapisa (last case reported December 2021), Kandahar (last case reported December 2021), Laghman (last case reported December 2021),and Zabul (last case reported December 2021) in Afghanistan. Cholera is rare in travelers but can be severe. Certain factors may increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease. Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera. COVID-19: All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Hepatitis A: Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Afghanistan. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given. Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin. Hepatitis B: Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages to Afghanistan. Malaria: CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Afghanistan take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take. Measles: Infants 6 to 11 months old traveling internationally should get 1 dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine before travel. This dose does not count as part of the routine childhood vaccination series. Polio: A single lifetime booster dose of Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) is recommended for adults who received the routine polio vaccination series as children; the routine series is recommended for unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated children and adults and those with unknown vaccination status. Rabies: Rabid dogs are commonly found in Afghanistan. If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other mammal while in Afghanistan, there may be limited or no rabies treatment available. Consider rabies vaccination before your trip if your activities mean you will be around dogs or wildlife. Travelers more likely to encounter rabid animals include Campers, adventure travelers, or cave explorers (spelunkers) Veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers handling animal specimens Visitors to rural areas Since children are more likely to be bitten or scratched by a dog or other animals, consider rabies vaccination for children traveling to Afghanistan. Typhoid: Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Occurs from insect bites, including mosquitoes.

Occurs from sand fly bite.

Caused from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.