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United Arab Emirates to Kazakhstan visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders can enter Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 30 days when meeting Kazakhstan's current UAE-entry conditions, including direct flight travel and a passport valid for more than 3 months after the end of the stay. Holders of United Arab Emirates ordinary passports may enter Kazakhstan without a visa for short visits of up to 30 days. The UAE Embassy in Astana lists the active conditions as direct flight travel, passport validity of more than 3 months from the end of the stay in Kazakhstan, and a 30-day period of stay. Kazakhstan MFA and eGov visa-regime tables list United Arab Emirates ordinary passports as visa-free up to 30 days, while the 90-day entries in the same tables apply to diplomatic/service categories rather than ordinary tourist passports. No advance visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required for a qualifying short stay; travelers present a valid UAE ordinary passport at the border. The receiving person in Kazakhstan, including a hotel or private host, must notify the Internal Affairs bodies of the foreign national's stay within 3 working days of arrival. Stays beyond 30 days, or purposes such as work, study, treatment, or long-term residence, require the appropriate visa or permit in advance. Kazakhstan is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS do not apply.
VISA-FREETOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-18
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18
Visa type
Visa-free (bilateral visa-waiver agreement)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single qualifying stay at a time; current official UAE/Kazakhstan tables only state the 30-day ordinary-passport stay
from issue date
Visa fee
None (KZT 0)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry granted at the border on arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport valid more than 3 months from the end of the stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport meets validity rules
Ensure your UAE ordinary passport will remain valid for more than 3 months after the end of your Kazakhstan stay and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 3+ months after stay· Ordinary passport
/02
Verify your trip fits the visa-free limits
The visa-free channel covers qualifying short visits of up to 30 days. Longer stays or purposes such as work, study, treatment, or residence need the correct visa or permit before travel.
· 30 days· Short visit
/03
Book travel and accommodation
Arrange return or onward tickets and confirmed accommodation. Border officers may ask to see proof of onward travel and where you will stay.
· Onward ticket· Hotel booking
/04
Use a direct flight if relying on the UAE Embassy conditions
The UAE Embassy in Astana lists direct flight travel as an additional condition for UAE citizens using visa-free entry to Kazakhstan.
· Direct flight
/05
Prepare supporting documents
Carry evidence of sufficient funds and, ideally, travel medical insurance covering your stay. While not always checked for visa-free entry, these help at the border.
· Proof of funds· Travel insurance
/06
Enter Kazakhstan and receive your entry stamp
Present your passport at immigration. No visa fee or application is required; the officer admits you visa-free and stamps your passport.
· No fee· Stamp on arrival
/07
Confirm your arrival notification is filed
Your hotel or private host is the receiving person responsible for notifying Kazakhstan's Internal Affairs bodies within 3 working days of your arrival. Confirm this is handled, especially for private accommodation.
· Host notification· 3 working days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredUAE ordinary passport valid more than 3 months after the end of the stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for entry stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
ConditionalDirect flight to Kazakhstan if relying on the UAE Embassy conditions
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedConfirmed accommodation or invitation details
Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel medical insurance covering the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredTrip within the 30-day visa-free stay
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedContact details and address in Kazakhstan
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Embassy in Astana (Visas)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa feeKZT 0No visa required for visa-free short stays
Visa-on-arrival feeKZT 0Not applicable - entry is visa-free
eVisa feeKZT 0Not needed for stays within the 30-day exemption
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa-free regime for UAE citizens
The UAE Embassy in Astana states that citizens of the United Arab Emirates have a visa-free regime to enter Kazakhstan.
High
/02
Short tourist or business stay
The current UAE Embassy and Kazakhstan visa-regime pages state a 30-day visa-free stay for UAE ordinary passports.
High
/03
Direct flight condition
The UAE Embassy in Astana lists direct flight travel as an additional requirement for UAE citizens entering Kazakhstan visa-free.
Medium
/04
Host notification after arrival
Kazakhstan's Visa-Migration Portal says the receiving person must notify Internal Affairs bodies about the foreign national's stay within 3 working days of arrival.
Medium
/05
Not a Schengen or work-purpose trip
Kazakhstan is outside the Schengen area; ETIAS does not apply. Work/study/residence still require a visa.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-18 · major
Updated Kazakhstan stay limit and entry conditions
Removed the unsupported ordinary-passport 90/180 cap, added the UAE Embassy direct-flight condition, clarified passport validity after the end of stay, and added the host notification requirement from Kazakhstan's Visa-Migration Portal.
2026-05-30
United Arab Emirates to Kazakhstan route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for UAE ordinary passport holders against the UAE MFA Astana mission and Kazakhstan MFA sources.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UAE citizens need a visa to visit Kazakhstan?
No. UAE ordinary passport holders can enter Kazakhstan visa-free for qualifying short visits of up to 30 days, provided they meet the current conditions such as direct flight travel and passport validity after the stay.
How long can I stay in Kazakhstan without a visa?+
What passport validity do I need?+
Is there any fee or eVisa to obtain?+
Do I need to register after arrival?+
What if I want to stay longer than 30 days?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+
/11 — Passport tools

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