Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | No |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | No |
Passport NoteAll nationals are
required to register with the local police within five days of arrival except:
(a) nationals of the UK who have arrived at one of the 12 international airports and are staying for less than 30 days.
PassportsPassport valid for at least six months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasRequired by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Visa Note(a) All nationals referred to in the chart above require an invitation for a
business or
tourist visa except nationals of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, the UK and the USA when applying for a one-month, single-entry visa. (b) Long-term visitors will require an HIV/AIDS free certificate.
Types of Visa and CostTourist: £20 (single-entry); £30 (double-entry).
Business and
Private: £30 (single-entry);
£40 (double-entry);
£70 (triple-entry);
£130 (multiple-entry, up to one year); £260 (multiple-entry, up to two years).
Transit: £10.
ValidityTourist: 30 days (single-entry); 60 days (double-entry).
Business and
Private: three months (single-, double- and triple-entry); one or two years (multiple-entry).
Transit: 5 days.
Applications to:The consulate (or consular section at embassy); see
General Info. Applicants of Sweden and Denmark must apply to the Diplomatic Mission of the Republic of Kazakstan in Norway or make their applications through two specially nominated visa service agents based in London. Contact the embassy or see the website of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the UK for more information.
Working Days RequiredOne day. All applicants are strongly recommended to submit visa applications at least five days prior to date of departure.
WarningMost visits to Kazakhstan are trouble-free.
Travelers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Visitors may travel to most places in Kazakhstan, but travel to any "closed territories" or secure areas requires advance permission from the relevant authorities. Some military/restricted areas are not clearly marked so care should be taken when traveling away from normal routes. Visitors should not cross the border into or out of Kazakhstan illegally as the absence of entry/exit stamps will cause problems (such as possible detention or fines) when leaving or re-entering the country.
Travelers should ensure that their inoculations are up to date.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Yes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | No | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | No* | |
Health CareThere is a large network of hospitals, emergency centers and pharmacies. The largest include the Central Hospital, the Maternity and Childhood Institute Clinic and the Medical Teaching Institute Clinic in Almaty, and the Spinal Center and Hospital of Rehabilitation Treatment in Karaganda. However, standards within the public healthcare system have declined significantly since the Soviet era. It is hard to ascertain the level of expertise of the doctors, and visitors cannot rely on the availability of western medicines. Comprehensive medical insurance is strongly advised.
Note* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age arriving within six days from infected areas.
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