Add Your Business to Google Maps in Afghanistan

Put Your Business on the Map

Let Raftar list your business so customers can find you easily.

What is this service?

Many businesses in Afghanistan are still invisible online. Raftar is here to help you change that — for free. Let us guide you in getting your business listed on Google Maps and on the Raftar platform.

Raftar’s Free Mapping Service is a community initiative to help local business owners get listed on Google Maps and Raftar. This will increase your visibility, grow your business, and help drivers and customers find you easily.

Why It’s Important to Be on the Map

Being found online matters more than ever — even in local neighborhoods. Here’s why mapping your business helps:

Get Discovered

Show up when people search nearby (e.g., “pharmacy near me”)

Easy for Customers

Raftar users can set your shop as pickup/drop-off

Increase Walk-in Traffic

More visibility = more foot traffic

Build Trust

Businesses with map listings appear more professional

Google Reviews

You can build customer trust through feedback

Enable Growth

Makes your business ready for digital tools in the future

"If your business isn’t online, for many people, it doesn’t exist."

Who Can Register a Business?

Any business or organization with a physical location can register. Some examples include:

Healthcare & Wellness

Pharmacies
Medical clinics
Barbershops
Beauty salons

Education & Services

Private schools
Tutoring centers
NGOs
Stationery shops

Retail & Shops

Grocery stores
Clothing shops
Tailors
Electronics shops

Food & Beverage

Bakeries
Sweet shops
Restaurants
Cafes

Automotive Services

Mechanics
Car wash centers
Auto parts shops
Dealerships

Travel & Internet

Travel agencies
Internet cafes
Gaming zones
Internet services

If you have a door and a signboard — we’ll help you get online

How to Add Your Business to Google Map

You can do it yourself in a few steps:

Video Tutorial:

Add your business

If a Business Profile for your business doesn’t exist on Search or Maps, you can create one:

Go to business.google.com/add.
Click Add your business to Google.
To add details about your business, follow the on-screen instructions.
Select a verification option, and follow the on-screen steps.

Claim your business

If an unverified Business Profile for your business already exists, you can claim the Business Profile:

On your computer, open Google or Google Maps.
In the search bar, enter the business name and city.
To claim the Business Profile:
- On Google Search: Click Own this business Manage now.
- On Google Maps: Click Claim this business Manage now.
  - To choose a different business, click I own or manage another business.
Select a verification option.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

Tip: If a Business Profile on Google has been verified and you’re authorized to manage the profile, you can request ownership from the current profile owner. Learn how to request ownership of a Business Profile.

Add your business with the Google Maps app

If a Business Profile for your business doesn’t exist, you can create one:

On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Maps app .
At the top right, tap your profile photo.
Tap Add a Business Profile.
Fill out your business details.
After you complete the details, tap Continue.

Claim your business with the Google Maps app

If an unverified Business Profile for your business already exists, you can claim the Business Profile:

On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Maps app.
In the search bar, enter the business name.
From the search results, select the correct business.
In the Business Profile, tap About Claim this business Manage now.
- To choose a different business, tap I own or manage another business.
Select a verification option.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

Add your business with the Google Maps app

If a Business Profile for your business doesn’t exist, you can create one:

On your iPhone or iPad, open the Google Maps app .
At the top right, tap your profile photo.
Tap Add a Business Profile.
Fill out your business details.
After you complete the details, tap Continue.

Claim your business with the Google Maps app

If an unverified Business Profile for your business already exists, you can claim the Business Profile:

On your iPhone or iPad, open the Google Maps app .
In the search bar, enter the business name.
From the search results, select the correct business.
In the Business Profile, tap About Claim this business Manage now.
- To choose a different business, tap I own or manage another business.
Select a verification option.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

Need Help? Raftar Agents Are Ready

Not comfortable using the internet? No problem.
Raftar is here to help. If you’re not comfortable registering your business online, our friendly agent can visit your shop and help you get listed on the map — completely free.

We’ll collect the necessary details, take a quick photo, and handle the rest for you.

Just fill out the form below to get started.

Raftar is more than just a ride.

We’re building the digital infrastructure that Afghanistan deserves.
By helping local businesses like yours get online, we’re making our cities smarter, more connected, and more visible — for everyone.