Kazakhstan: Visa-Free Travel Expanded for Nationals of Select Countries

Last Updated on February 23, 2023

Key Points  

  • Kazakhstan will open visa-free travel options to nationals of China, India, and Iran  

Overview 

The government of Kazakhstan introduced visa-free entry regimes for citizens of China, India, and Iran on 7 July 2022. Citizens of these countries will be permitted to enter Kazakhstan without a visa for a maximum period of 14 days for limited activities.  

What are the Changes?  

On 7 July 2022, the government of Kazakhstan launched visa-free travel options for citizens of the countries of China, India and Iran. Citizens of these countries will be permitted to enter Kazakhstan for a maximum period of 14 days for the purpose of tourism or business travel.  

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check the government of Kazakhstan's website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.  


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