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As a US passport holder, you can enjoy visa-free entry to Kazakhstan for tourism purposes. The maximum stay allowed is 30 calendar days within any single entry. For longer stays or other purposes, a visa is required.

Key facts

For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• The 30-day visa-free period applies to single entries. Overstaying is subject to significant fines and potential future entry bans.
• For stays exceeding 30 days, or for purposes other than tourism/short business, a visa must be obtained in advance from a Kazakh Embassy or Consulate.
• All foreign visitors must ensure their passport has at least six months of validity beyond their intended departure date.
• Registration with local authorities (Migration Police) within 5 calendar days of arrival may be required if you receive a stamp on your migration card that indicates 'registration required' and your stay exceeds 5 days. Verify this upon entry as rules can change.

Before you travel

• ✓Ensure your US passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure from Kazakhstan.
• ✓Book your round-trip or onward ticket.
• ✓Confirm your accommodation for at least the initial part of your stay.
• ✓Familiarize yourself with local customs and laws.
• ✓Verify current entry requirements with the Embassy of Kazakhstan or the US State Department before your trip, as rules can change.
• ✓Consider travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and trip cancellations.

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