Internet and Wi-Fi in Afghanistan
What to expect from mobile coverage, public Wi-Fi and data options in Afghanistan — and the simplest way to get online as a visitor.
Mobile coverage in Afghanistan
4G is usable in Kabul, Herat, Mazar-i-Sharif, and Kandahar on Roshan, AWCC, and Salaam. Outside those cities, treat data as intermittent and keep offline maps.
Local networks
Our Afghanistan eSIM connects to these local mobile networks, the same ones domestic SIM cards use:
- Roshan
Can you rely on public Wi-Fi?
Hotels, cafes and airports in Afghanistan usually offer Wi-Fi, but it rarely helps when you need a connection most: navigating between places, checking transport in real time, or calling a ride from the street. Public networks are also unencrypted more often than not. Treat Wi-Fi as a bonus, not a plan.
The easiest way to get online
A prepaid eSIM for Afghanistan installs on your phone before you leave home and connects to a local network automatically when you land — no store visits, no paperwork, no roaming fees. Plans start at $2.43.
See Afghanistan eSIM plansFrequently asked questions
Which mobile networks operate in Afghanistan?
The main networks our eSIM connects to in Afghanistan include Roshan. Switching between them is automatic — your phone picks the strongest available signal.
Is public Wi-Fi safe to use in Afghanistan?
Use it with care: open networks in Afghanistan are often unencrypted, so avoid logging into banking or entering card details on public Wi-Fi. A mobile data connection is both safer and available everywhere you go.
What is the cheapest way for tourists to get internet in Afghanistan?
A prepaid eSIM is usually the cheapest practical option — Afghanistan plans start at $2.43, with no roaming fees, no rental hardware and no store visit required.
