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Visa & Entry Requirements

One of Central Asia's most open visa policies — 70+ countries enter visa-free. Find your exact requirements, e-Visa steps, border crossings, embassy contacts, and what to do if something goes wrong.

70+visa-free
120+e-Visa countries
30 daysmax stay
$30-80e-Visa fee

Visa Requirement Checker

Entry Categories at a Glance

Visa-Free

  • 70+ nationalities
  • No application needed
  • Valid passport required (3 months+)
  • Extendable in-country
  • Max stay: 30 days

e-Visa

  • 120+ nationalities
  • Apply at evisa.mfa.gov.kz
  • Processing: 5–7 business days
  • Single entry, valid 90 days
  • Fee: $30–80 USD

CIS Entry

  • Russia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan
  • Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Armenia
  • National ID card accepted
  • Right to live and work
  • No visa, no fee

Consular Visa

  • Required nationalities
  • Apply at KZ embassy
  • Single or multiple entry
  • Tourist, business, transit
  • Processing: 5–15 days

For Longer Stays

TypeDurationNotes
Long-term Visa1–5 yearsWork, study, family — apply through employer/university
Transit Visa72 hrsRequired if transiting by land

Most travellers from developed countries enter visa-free

If you're from the EU, UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, or South Korea — simply show up with a valid passport. No application, no fee, no stress.