🇧🇷BRAZIL

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Do Brazil passport holders need a visa to visit KZ?

Q: How long can I stay in Kazakhstan without a visa?

Up to 30 days per visit, with a cumulative limit of 30 days within any rolling 12-month period for visa-exempt nationals.

Q: What is QazETA and do I need it?

QazETA is Kazakhstan's Electronic Travel Authorization launched in 2025 for visa-exempt travelers. As of May 2026 it is in a pilot phase and not yet mandatory for Brazilians, but it is expected to become compulsory later, so check before you travel.

Q: Is there a fee to enter Kazakhstan?

No. Visa-free entry has no fee, and the QazETA ETA is currently issued free of charge during its pilot phase.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Kazakhstan?

No. Kazakhstan is not in the Schengen area or the EU, so the Schengen 90/180 short-stay rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Q: What documents should I carry on arrival?

A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond departure, ideally a return or onward ticket, and proof of accommodation. Officers may ask about your travel plans and funds.

No visa needed. Brazilian ordinary passport holders can enter Kazakhstan visa-free for tourism for up to 30 days per visit. Brazil and Kazakhstan have a reciprocal visa-waiver arrangement, so holders of an ordinary (common) Brazilian passport can travel to Kazakhstan for tourism, business, or short visits without obtaining a visa in advance. The visa-free stay is up to 30 days per entry, with an aggregate ceiling of 30 days within any rolling 12-month period under Kazakhstan's standard short-stay rule for visa-exempt nationals. No visa fee, no embassy application, and no letter of invitation are required for this short-stay channel; travelers simply present a valid passport at any international airport or land border. Kazakhstan launched the QazETA Electronic Travel Authorization (via the QazETA mobile app) in July 2025 for visa-exempt travelers. As of 30 May 2026 the ETA remains in a pilot/transition phase and is recommended but NOT yet mandatory for Brazilian visitors; it is currently issued free of charge and is expected to become compulsory in future, so travelers should check its status close to departure. Kazakhstan is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Foreigners staying beyond a short period or for certain purposes must complete migration registration, though for short tourist stays this is typically handled automatically by the hotel or at the border. Conservatively, the confirmed no-visa channel for a short tourist stay is solid and corroborated by Kazakhstan's official e-government portal and the published visa policy.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no visa required); QazETA ETA in pilot phase, currently optional

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Multiple (subject to a 30-day cumulative limit within any 12-month period)

from issue date

Visa fee

0 (no visa fee; QazETA ETA currently free during pilot)

consular fee only

Processing time

None required for visa-free entry (ETA, if used, processed within minutes to 72 hours)

standard track

Validity

Determined at entry; 30-day stay window

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport eligibility

Verify you hold an ordinary Brazilian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure from Kazakhstan, with at least one blank page.

· Ordinary passport· 6 months validity

/02

Check the latest QazETA ETA status

As of May 2026 the QazETA Electronic Travel Authorization is recommended but not mandatory for visa-exempt nationals. Re-check before departure in case it becomes compulsory; if so, apply via the QazETA mobile app at least 72 hours before travel.

· QazETA app· Apply 72h ahead

/03

Prepare proof of onward travel and accommodation

Carry a return or onward ticket and hotel booking or host details. Border officers may ask for evidence of your travel plans and means of support.

· Onward ticket· Hotel booking

/04

Arrive and clear immigration

Present your passport at an international airport (e.g., Almaty or Astana) or an approved land border. No visa is stamped in advance; entry is granted for up to 30 days.

· Airport or land border· Up to 30 days

/05

Ensure migration registration is handled

For short stays, hotels and the border system normally register your arrival automatically. Confirm registration is complete if staying at private accommodation.

· Migration registration

/06

Depart within your authorized stay

Leave Kazakhstan before the 30-day limit expires and stay within the 30-day cumulative cap per 12-month period to avoid fines or future entry bans.

· 30-day limit· Avoid overstay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 9 complete

Ordinary Brazilian passport valid 6+ months beyond departure

required

At least one blank passport page

required

Return or onward flight ticket

recommended

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

recommended

Sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Travel/medical insurance covering Kazakhstan

recommended

QazETA ETA (check if mandatory at time of travel)

conditional

Confirmation of migration registration for longer/private stays

conditional

Track total days to stay within 30 days per 12-month period

required

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa fee0No visa required for ordinary Brazilian passport holders

QazETA ETA (pilot)0Currently free during pilot phase; a paid option (around USD 10 standard) is planned for the future

Migration registration0No charge; usually handled by hotel or automatically at the border

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border

Immediate at arrival

No advance application; entry granted on arrival for up to 30 days.

QazETA ETA (if/when required)

Minutes to 72 hours

Optional during pilot; apply via the QazETA app at least 72 hours before departure if it becomes mandatory.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Reciprocal visa-waiver arrangement

Brazil and Kazakhstan grant each other's ordinary passport holders visa-free short stays.

High

/02

Tourism and short visits

The 30-day visa-free regime covers tourism, business meetings, and family visits.

High

/03

Transit through Kazakhstan

Visa-free entry also facilitates short stopovers and onward travel in Central Asia.

Medium

/04

Business exploration

Short business trips and conferences are permitted within the visa-free period.

Medium

/05

Cultural and adventure travel

Travelers visiting Almaty, Astana, and the steppe/mountain regions use the visa-free channel.

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

2026-05-30 · major

Brazil to Kazakhstan route verified

Confirmed via Kazakhstan e-government portal and published visa policy that ordinary Brazilian passport holders enter visa-free for up to 30 days; noted QazETA ETA pilot status (currently optional).

/09 — The questions