The Embassy of Afghanistan in The Hague is Afghanistan’s diplomatic mission to the Netherlands. Afghan nationals in the Netherlands turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Amaliastraat 16, 2514 JC The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 250 39 00 |
| Fax | +31 70 427 25 40 |
| thehague@mfa.gov.af | |
| Website | www.afghanistanembassy.nl |
| Head of Mission | Mohammad Asif Rahimi, Ambassador |
| National Day | 19 August |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to Amaliastraat 16, 2514 JC The Hague.
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the Afghan Embassy in The Hague
According to the Dutch government, Afghanistan is represented by Ambassador Mohammad Asif Rahimi (credentials presented 2 September 2020). The Hague is the seat of the Dutch government and of international institutions such as the International Court of Justice, the International Criminal Court and the OPCW, so many embassies in the city also follow their work.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Afghan passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Afghanistan
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Afghanistan?
Dutch citizens need a visa for Afghanistan, to be obtained before travelling. Details: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice (in Dutch).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Dutch holidays such as King’s Day (27 April), Ascension Day and Whit Monday as well as on the Afghan national day, 19 August. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +31 70 250 39 00. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844.
Diplomatic missions of Afghanistan in the Netherlands
Afghanistan in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of Afghanistan (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Afghanistan in The Hague
Where is the Afghan Embassy in The Hague?
At Amaliastraat 16, 2514 JC The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of Afghanistan to the Netherlands?
Mohammad Asif Rahimi, who presented credentials on 2 September 2020, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
When is the Afghan national day?
The national day of Afghanistan is 19 August; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do I need a visa for Afghanistan with a Dutch passport?
Yes, a visa is required before travelling.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for Afghanistan (Nederland Wereldwijd), www.afghanistanembassy.nl. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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