Visa routes from Afghanistan

Timeline

Immigration New Zealand lists AEWV processing as 80% within 7 weeks on the visa page; monthly published processing data can differ by recent workload and case complexity.

Difficulty

High

Readiness

83%

Cost signal

NZD 1,540

Source-backed New Zealand work route for Afghan citizens who have a full-time job offer from an accredited New Zealand employer. The AEWV is employer-linked: the employer must be accredited, the job must have an approved job check, and the applicant must meet the job's skill, qualification, registration, English, health and character requirements. The visa can allow work for the named employer and limited study, and the maximum continuous stay depends on job skill level and pay.

Open pathway

Timeline

IRCC says most foreign nationals need a work permit; outside-Canada applications require fees, documents, and biometrics where required. Timing varies by country and case.

Difficulty

High

Readiness

89%

Cost signal

CAD 240

For Afghan citizens seeking temporary work in Canada, this route usually turns on the type of work permit. Employer-specific permits generally require a job offer and either an LMIA or LMIA-exempt employer compliance steps.

Open pathway

Timeline

Employer sponsorship and nomination come before the visa application; processing depends on the nominated occupation, evidence, health and character checks.

Difficulty

High

Readiness

Under review

Cost signal

AUD 4,015

An employer-sponsored Australian work route where an approved employer nominates a Core Skills occupation and the applicant meets skills, English, health and character requirements.

Open pathway

Timeline

Secure qualification recognition or comparability, a specific qualified job offer and any professional licence before applying through the Consular Services Portal or the responsible German mission. Jurisdiction and appointment availability must be checked carefully.

Difficulty

Easy

Readiness

92%

Cost signal

EUR 75

German work-visa route under Sections 18a or 18b for an Afghan professional with recognised vocational training or an academic qualification and a specific qualified job offer in Germany.

Open pathway