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Welcome to the British Council Afghanistan website

We connect people with learning opportunities and creative ideas from the UK and aim to build lasting relationships between the UK and Afghanistan.

The main focus of our work in Afghanistan is English language support. We're also assisting in the reform process, helping Afghan human rights groups develop global networks, and supporting the development of women leaders. We're also helping to protect and preserve Afghanistan's unique cultural heritage.
about us

The British Council has had a long association with Afghanistan and has been involved in start-up programmes since 2002. Find out more.
our history
Read how we developed from small beginnings in the 1930s to become the major international organisation that we are today.
connecting futures
Building mutual understanding, learning and respect between young people with different cultural backgrounds in the UK and other countries.
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If you want to study, work or live abroad you will probably need to take an IELTS test. Find out more about the test and how you can sit for it in Afghanistan
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If you're a student learning English or an English teacher looking for sources of information why not explore our wide range of online resources?
Primary education, Karachi, Pakistan - Image © Mark Hakansson
learning and teaching English
We've opened English language resource centres in Kabul and Mazar, for staff, students and English teachers. Also take a look at our online resources for teachers and learners.
Educational enterprises: Man in striped shirt - Image © Central Studios London
study in the uk
Are you considering study in the UK? Click here for advice on choosing a course, how to fund your studies,  and on how to take the IELTS test.
Performing arts, Brazil - Image © Jon Spaull
arts and culture

We're working with Afghanistan to restore its cultural heritage and explore the best of contemporary UK arts. Find out how
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cultural profile
A survey on the progress of cultural re-building, intended to help artists, institutions, promoters, and curators in the United Kingdom begin to re-engage with Afghanistan.
Participant of the art project "ASIAN FIELD" - Image © Zhang Hai'er
society
We're working with the Afghan Independent Human Rights Commission to put them in touch with others around the world, and supporting women NGOs. Read more.
The United Kingdom’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities.
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