Managing Money in Afghanistan: Currency, Costs & Payment Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Afghanistan\u2019s Currency
Afghanistan uses the Afghani (AFN).
Current exchange rate: $1 = approx. 72 AFN<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Afghan or Afghani?
\u2022 Afghan = a person from Afghanistan
\u2022 Afghani = the currency<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Exchanging Money
\u2022 You can easily exchange USD, Euros, or even Pakistani Rupees in places like Shahr-e Naw (Kabul).
\u2022 Local money changers offer competitive rates and quick service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ATMs & Cards
\u2022 ATMs (especially Afghan International Bank) work with international cards.
\u2022 However, cards are not accepted in most shops and restaurants \u2014 carry cash at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Daily Expenses in Afghanistan
\u2022 Breakfast (eggs, bread, tea): 100 AFN
\u2022 Local lunch\/dinner: 200\u2013300 AFN
\u2022 Mid-range restaurant meal: 400\u2013600 AFN<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Transportation Costs
\u2022 Taxi (short ride): 50 AFN
\u2022 Taxi (long ride): 200\u2013250 AFN
\u2022 Half-day private taxi: $20
\u2022 Airport to city center (Kabul): 500 AFN
\u2022 Domestic flight: $60\u2013$120
\u2022 Round-trip to Panjshir: $50
\u2022 Local city bus: 5 AFN<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Accommodation Costs
\u2022 Mid-range hotel: $30\u2013$50\/night (basic, clean, secured)
\u2022 Budget hotels are cheaper but may lack security<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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