Sending Support Home from Germany and Europe to Afghanistan

For many Afghan families in Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, Sweden, France and elsewhere in Europe, supporting loved ones at home is part of everyday life. Whether it is a birthday cake in Kabul, a food package for parents in Herat or flowers for a wedding in Mazar-i-Sharif, a little practical planning makes everything smoother. This guide covers the basics.

Mind the time difference

Kabul is several hours ahead of most of Europe, and the gap changes slightly when European clocks move between summer and winter time. That matters for same-day delivery: in Kabul, orders placed before 2 PM Kabul time can usually be delivered the same day. For someone in Germany, that cut-off falls in the late morning, so placing an order over breakfast or during a coffee break is a good habit.

Pay in euros, without extra steps

Yar accepts payment in EUR as well as USD, so you can pay in the currency you earn. You can pay by card, by HesabPay or arrange payment through WhatsApp or bank transfer. If a delivery turns out not to be possible, you receive a full refund within 5 business days.

Plan ahead for the big occasions

Eid, Nowruz, weddings and new babies tend to arrive at busy times of the year. A little planning helps you avoid last-minute stress:

• Save birthdays and anniversaries in occasion reminders to get an email a week before
• Browse the Eid collection early when the holidays approach
• Check the delivery address and a reachable phone number with your family
• Add a short personal message, written in your own words

Steady support with a monthly food package

Some families prefer regular help to occasional gifts. The monthly family food package is delivered on a schedule and comes with 5% off, which makes it easier to plan household support from your monthly budget. Browse the food packages to see what is included.

Seeing the moment from far away

One of the hardest parts of living in Europe is missing the moment your gift arrives. Yar's courier calls before arriving, photographs the handover and the photo is sent to you by WhatsApp or email. Many senders say that this small picture of a smiling parent makes the distance feel shorter. Delivery is available across all 34 provinces, not only in the big cities.

Alongside gifts, keeping relatives' phones topped up means they can call you back, send voice notes and share news. Top-ups to Afghan numbers usually arrive within 30 minutes.

Ready to start? Visit the Yar shop and choose something for your family today.