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Access customs calculators, tax information, import regulations, and business guides for Afghanistan trade and investment.

Customs Calculator

Estimate Your Import Costs

Use this calculator to get an estimate of customs duties and taxes for importing goods into Afghanistan. Note: This is an estimate only. Actual duties may vary based on HS code classification and current regulations.

Common Duty Rates by Category

Machinery & Equipment2.5% - 5%

Electronics & IT5% - 10%

Pharmaceuticals0% - 2.5%

Food Products5% - 20%

Consumer Goods10% - 25%

Vehicles5% - 40%

Calculate Import Costs

Enter your product details below.

Estimated Total Import Cost

$0.00

CIF Value:$0.00

Customs Duty:$0.00

BRT (4%):$0.00

Other Fees (~2%):$0.00

Tax Information

Tax Rates & Incentives

Key tax information for businesses operating in Afghanistan.

📊 Corporate Taxes

Corporate Income Tax20%
Business Receipts Tax (BRT)4%
Withholding Tax (Services)7%
Withholding Tax (Rent)15%
Capital Gains Tax20%

💰 Investment Incentives

Manufacturing Tax HolidayUp to 5 years
Machinery Import Duty0% - 2.5%
Export Zone BenefitsAvailable
Profit Repatriation100% allowed
Foreign Ownership100% permitted

📝 Personal Taxes

Income 0-60,000 AFN0%
Income 60,001-150,00010%
Income 150,001-1.2M20%
Income above 1.2M AFN20%
Non-resident Tax20%

🏢 Other Taxes

Property TaxVaries by zone
Vehicle TaxAnnual fee
Stamp Duty1-3%
Land Transfer Tax1%
Municipal TaxesVaries

Import Regulations

Documentation & Requirements

Essential information for importing goods into Afghanistan.

📄 Required Documents

Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Certificate of Origin
Import License (if applicable)
Product Certificates

🚫 Restricted / Prohibited Items

Alcohol and alcoholic beverages
Pork and pork products
Weapons and ammunition
Narcotics and drugs
Counterfeit goods
Some chemicals (permit required)

✅ Import Process

Goods are typically cleared through customs within 3-7 days with proper documentation. Key border points include Hairatan (Uzbekistan), Torkham (Pakistan), Islam Qala (Iran), and Kabul International Airport.

📞 Need Help?

Navigating customs and import regulations can be complex. Contact Horizon Bridge for expert assistance with customs clearance, documentation, and compliance.