🇹🇷Türkiye

🇰🇿KazakhstanTR-KZ

Türkiye to Kazakhstan visa requirements

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

Up to 30 calendar days per single visit, with a total cap of 90 days within any 180-day period and no more than 120 days in a single calendar year.

Q: Is Kazakhstan part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?

No. Kazakhstan is not in the Schengen area and is not covered by ETIAS. It runs its own independent migration and visa system, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Q: Do I need to register after arriving in Kazakhstan?

Yes. Your host party must notify the migration service within 3 working days of your arrival. Hotels handle this automatically; private hosts register through the eQonaq online portal or a local migration office.

Q: What if I want to stay longer than 30 days?

You must leave before 30 days, or apply for an appropriate visa or temporary residence permit. Simply re-entering to reset the clock is restricted by the 90/180 and 120-day annual limits.

Q: Is there any fee to enter Kazakhstan?

No. Visa-free entry is free of charge, and there is no border entry fee or registration fee for short tourist stays.

No visa needed. Turkish ordinary passport holders can enter Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 30 days per visit (capped at 90 days within any 180-day period) for tourism. Turkey (TR) ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for short tourist visits to Kazakhstan (KZ). They may enter visa-free on a valid passport and stay up to 30 calendar days per visit. Following an expansion that took effect in 2025, the total stay is now capped at 90 calendar days within any rolling 180-day period (and no more than 120 days within a single calendar year). Kazakhstan is NOT in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply here — Kazakhstan operates its own independent migration system. No eVisa, visa-on-arrival, or ETA is required for this short-stay tourist scenario. Travelers must carry a passport valid for the duration of stay and should be aware of the host-party registration obligation: hotels register guests automatically, while private hosts must notify the migration service (via the eQonaq portal or local office) within 3 working days of arrival. If staying longer than 30 days per visit or for purposes other than tourism (work, study), a visa or temporary residence permit is required.

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.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free entry (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per visit

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted (subject to the 90/180 cap)

from issue date

Visa fee

Free (KZT 0)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - entry granted at the border

standard track

Validity

Max 90 days total within any 180-day period; max 120 days per calendar year

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport is valid

Ensure your Turkish ordinary passport is valid for the entire duration of your intended stay in Kazakhstan. Check for blank pages for the entry stamp.

· Ordinary passport· Valid for stay

/02

Book travel and accommodation

Arrange flights and a hotel or confirmed address. Having proof of accommodation and a return/onward ticket helps at the border, though it is rarely demanded.

· Return ticket· Hotel booking

/03

Travel to Kazakhstan and clear immigration

On arrival, present your passport. Border officers grant the visa-free entry stamp permitting up to 30 days. No application or fee is involved.

· Passport control· 30-day stamp

/04

Ensure host registration within 3 working days

Your host party must notify the migration service of your arrival within 3 working days. Hotels do this automatically; private hosts register via the eQonaq portal or a local migration office.

· eQonaq portal· Within 3 working days

/05

Track your days carefully

Stay no longer than 30 days per visit and no more than 90 days total in any 180-day window (and 120 days per calendar year). Overstaying leads to fines and entry bans.

· 30 days/visit· 90/180 cap

/06

Exit before your permitted stay expires

Depart Kazakhstan before the 30-day limit. If you need a longer or different-purpose stay, apply for an appropriate visa or temporary residence permit instead.

· Timely exit· Avoid overstay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Türkiye -> Kazakhstan · Visa-free entry (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredTurkish ordinary passport valid for the whole stay

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank page for the entry stamp

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedConfirmed accommodation or host address in Kazakhstan

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredHost/hotel registration completed within 3 working days of arrival

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance valid in Kazakhstan

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredAwareness of the 90-day / 180-day and 120-day annual limits

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedContact details of host or hotel for registration

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

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.

Official sourcesegov.kz - Visa regime of the Republic of Kazakhstan (Electronic Government)Tengrinews - Kazakhstan expands visa-free regime with Turkey (July 2025)egov.kz - Rules for entry and exit from Kazakhstan for foreign nationals

Application link included: egov.kz - Visa regime of the Republic of Kazakhstan (Electronic Government)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Entry visa feeKZT 0No visa is required for Turkish ordinary passport holders

Border/entry chargeKZT 0No fee charged at the port of entry for visa-free travelers

Migration registrationKZT 0Host registration via eQonaq portal is free of charge

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border

Immediate on arrival

No application or advance processing needed; the 30-day permission is granted with the entry stamp at passport control.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and short visits

Sightseeing, leisure, and visiting friends or relatives are fully covered by the 30-day visa-free regime.

High

/02

Business meetings and conferences

Short business trips, meetings, and conferences are generally permitted under visa-free entry, though work employment requires a separate work visa/permit.

High

/03

Transit through Kazakhstan

Visa-free entry allows travelers to transit and connect onward without a separate transit visa.

Medium

/04

Family visits

Visiting Turkish or Kazakh family and friends for short stays is covered.

Medium

/05

Exploring relocation or investment

Short scouting visits ahead of investment or relocation decisions; longer-term stays then need a residence permit.

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

Turkey to Kazakhstan route verified

Confirmed visa-free entry for Turkish ordinary passport holders: 30 days per visit, capped at 90 days within any 180-day period (expansion took effect in 2025) and 120 days per calendar year. Kazakhstan is not Schengen; no ETIAS or eVisa applies.

/09 — The questions