What is a Kazakhstan visa?

It is an endorsement on a passport indicating that the holder is allowed to enter, leave, or stay for a specified period of time in the country. 

Do Indian citizens require a visa for Kazakhstan?

Yes. Indian citizens who wish to travel to Kazakhstan are required to obtain a visa for travelling to Kazakhstan.

How can I apply for a Kazakhstan visa online?

With chillontrip, the process of applying for a Kazakhstan visa online is easy and seamless. The steps are:

1. Choose your preferred type of Kazakhstan visa based on your travel type

2. Pay online

3. Submit documents through our pick up & drop service

4. Receive your visa once approved!

What are the different kinds of visas available?

The Kazakhstan visa authorities may issue a Tourist, Business, Diplomatic, Official or several other types of Kazakhstan visas depending on your purpose of visit to Kazakhstan and your passport type.

What is the Kazakhstan visa processing time?

Processing an application for a Kazakhstan visa normally takes up to 5 working days.

What kind of entry is my Kazakhstan visa?

In most cases, a single entry is granted.

Are multiple entry visas issued?

Yes. Those entering and exiting Kazakhstan multiple times are required to issue a multiple entry visa.

From when is my visa valid?

Your visa is valid from the date your visa was issued. It should not be calculated from the date of entry into Kazakhstan.

What conditions should my passport fulfil?

Passport provided by the recipient of a visa should meet the following criteria:
1) should not cause doubts in authenticity and belonging to its owner, have marks of extension, reservations, notes, erasures and corrections, torn or unsewn pages;
2) should have at least 2 blank pages;
3) should expire no earlier than 3 months from the expiry date of the requested visa.

Does Kazakhstan issue electronic visa?

Yes. The Kazakhstan Online Visa is an electronic visa which will allow travelers to enter the country without obtaining a conventional visa from an embassy or consulate. The entire application process will be completed online and has been designed to be quick and straightforward.

Who is eligible for a Kazakhstan online visa?

Eligible citizens from 117 countries including India can now obtain the eVisa online by receiving an invitation from the Kazakhstan side and completing the application form. It’s a complete online process. Once an application has been completed and approved, the Kazakhstan eVisa will be sent to the applicant by email. It will then be possible to enter Kazakhstan by presenting the eVisa, along with the corresponding passport, at the Kazakhstan border — only at the international airports of Astana and Almaty.

Can Indian citizens obtain an e-Visa for Kazakhstan?

Yes. Indian nationals may be issued an electronic single entry tourist visa to the Republic of Kazakhstan.

On what circumstances is a Kazakhstan e-Visa issued?

An electronic visa (business, tourist and medical treatment) is issued based on a valid invitation from the Kazakh side, considered by the migration service units of the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the established procedure. Indians can enter/exit the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan using a valid electronic visa only through the checkpoints of international airports of Astana and Almaty.

What are the documents required by Indian nationals to transit via Kazakhstan?

The condition is that they must be flying to another country via Kazakhstan and possess the proof of the same i.e confirmed ticket of final destination.

Do I need a travel or medical insurance?

It is advisable to purchase a medical and travel insurance plan. chillontrip can assist you with the ideal travel insurance plan to cover any emergencies during travel, damage and loss of baggage.

Do I need to be vaccinated before travelling to Kazakhstan?

No. It is not mandatory to be vaccinated. 

What if my Kazakhstan visa gets rejected?

A Kazakhstan visa rejection is wholly the decision by the Official Embassy of Kazakhstan in New Delhi. In case of rejection, a new visa can be applied for.

Can I get a refund in case of visa rejection?

No refunds will be entertained in case a Kazakhstan visa is rejected.

What else do I need to know about the Kazakhstan tourist visa from India?

The Kazakhstan visa for Indians is a legal document. Upon damage of the visa page or loss of passport (in case of a stamped visa), a new one will be required to carry on with travel plans. A tourist visa cannot be used in place of other visas; it only covers travel within designated areas in Kazakhstan for the purpose of sightseeing.

What is the easiest way to apply for a Kazakhstan visa for Indians?

The easiest way to apply for a Kazakhstan visa is to contact a reliable travel agency such as chillontrip. Our visa experts, who have worked in the travel and tourism industries for around 40 years, can help with the ins and outs of visa application processes. To get more Kazakhstan visa information or have questions clarified, simply fill in a query form for a Visa Expert to get in touch with you.