Capital city in Kabul Province, Afghanistan
Can you drink tap water in Kabul?
NoNo, drink bottled
Can you drink the tap water in Kabul?
Don't drink the tap water. Tap water is unsafe; drink sealed bottled water and avoid ice.
Key facts
- In Kabul: Tap water is unsafe; drink sealed bottled water and avoid ice.
- Safely managed drinking water: 31% of people in Afghanistan (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Kabul?
Don't drink the tap water. Tap water is unsafe; drink sealed bottled water and avoid ice.
Can you drink tap water in Afghanistan?
Tap water is unsafe; drink sealed bottled water and avoid ice.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- UK FCDO: Afghanistan travel advice
- US State Department: Afghanistan advisory
- Ariana Afghan Airlines
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