How Indian passport holders get a visa for Kazakhstan: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Visa-free — 14 days
- Government fee: No government visa fee
- Processing time: Stamped on arrival at immigration
- Maximum stay: 14 days per visit; maximum 42 days within any rolling 180-day period
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 96/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from date of entry with 2 blank pages
- Confirmed return / onward ticket within 14 days
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
- Travel medical insurance (recommended)
How & where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance — land at an international airport (Almaty, Astana, etc.) with your Indian passport. Embassy of India, Astana — Kazakhstan visa-free notice
Transit & connections
No transit visa needed for airside connections through Almaty or Astana.
Good to know
Visa-free for Indians since Government Decree 464 of 7 July 2022 — 14 days per visit cannot be extended on arrival. For longer trips, apply for a tourist visa before travel. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://www.indembastana.gov.in/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Kazakhstan?
Visa-free — 14 days. Visa-free for Indians since Government Decree 464 of 7 July 2022 — 14 days per visit cannot be extended on arrival. For longer trips, apply for a tourist visa before travel.
What documents do Indians need for a Kazakhstan visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from date of entry with 2 blank pages; Confirmed return / onward ticket within 14 days; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation); Proof of sufficient funds for the stay; Travel medical insurance (recommended)
How long does a Kazakhstan visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Stamped on arrival at immigration. Government fee: No government visa fee. Maximum stay: 14 days per visit; maximum 42 days within any rolling 180-day period.
How do Indians apply for a Kazakhstan visa?
Nothing to apply for in advance — land at an international airport (Almaty, Astana, etc.) with your Indian passport. Official source: https://www.indembastana.gov.in/