What if I want to stay longer than 30 days?

For stays exceeding 30 days, you must obtain a visa in advance from a Kazakhstan embassy or consulate in Australia or your country of residence.

Is there a specific registration process upon arrival?

Upon arrival, you will receive a migration card. Keep this with your passport. For stays up to 30 days, hotels typically handle any required short-term registration implicitly. For longer stays (over 30 days), registration with the migration police within 5 days of arrival is mandatory and usually requires assistance from your host or hotel.

What currency is used in Kazakhstan and can I use Australian Dollars?

The local currency is the Kazakhstani Tenge (KZT). While major credit cards are accepted in cities, it's advisable to carry some local currency. Australian Dollars are not widely accepted for direct payment.

Is there a limit across multiple trips?

Yes. Each visa-free entry is up to 30 days, and your total stays can't exceed 90 days in any 180-day period.

Can I work on a visa-free stay?

No. Work needs the appropriate visa.

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Does Kazakhstan require a visa for Australian citizens?

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Do Australian citizens need a visa for Kazakhstan?

No visa: Australian citizens can visit Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 30 days per entry, with no more than 90 days in any 180-day period.

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You're good to go.

No visa application needed for Australian passport holders on a short tourist or business trip. Just check your passport meets the validity rules below before you fly.

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Australian passport holders don't need a visa for visits to Kazakhstan of up to 30 days per entry, as long as their total stay is no more than 90 days in any 180-day period. You can't work on a visa-free stay. Longer stays or other purposes need a visa. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months from your entry date.

Key facts

For Australian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

Passport	Regular passport
Purpose	Tourism and short business trips (no work)
Visa required	No, not for short stays
Maximum stay	30 days per entry; no more than 90 days in any 180-day period
Passport validity	6 months beyond date of entry
Return/onward ticket	Recommended for proof of onward travel
Arrival form	Migration Card (provided upon arrival)
Last checked	23 July 2026

You may need a visa if…

A visa is required for stays exceeding 30 days, or for purposes other than tourism/short business.
Ensure your passport has at least two blank pages for stamps.
Verify the latest regulations close to your travel date on the official Kazakhstan Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
If arriving by air, ensure you complete the migration card provided by the airline or at immigration.
Registration with local authorities is required for stays exceeding 30 days; this is usually handled by your hotel for shorter stays.
Cumulative limit: no more than 90 days in any 180-day period.
No work is allowed on a visa-free stay.

Before you travel

Check your passport's expiry date (must be valid for 6 months beyond entry).
Confirm you have at least two blank passport pages.
Book your accommodation.
Consider travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and evacuation.
Have proof of onward or return travel.
Familiarize yourself with local laws and customs.
Carry copies of your important documents (passport, flight, accommodation).

Common questions

If you are remaining airside and not passing through immigration, you generally do not need a visa for transit. However, if you plan to leave the airport or have a long layover, double-check specific requirements with your airline or the embassy.

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