Azerbaijan

VISA

The visa-free stay period for citizens of Kazakhstan in the Republic of Azerbaijan is 90 days. Entry is carried out with an international passport, where a border crossing stamp is placed. If the stay in the country exceeds 30 days, registration with the police at the place of stay is required.

Currently, due to the unresolved Nagorno-Karabakh issue, the Azerbaijani border service refuses entry into the country to ethnic Armenians.
Regardless of their citizenship, this is explained by the fact that their personal safety cannot be guaranteed.

ENTRY RULES

When crossing the customs border of the Republic of Azerbaijan, goods not intended for production or commercial purposes (for personal use and consumption by an individual and their family members) are declared by individuals under a preferential and simplified procedure.

An individual has the right to transport across the customs border 2 (two) items of the same or similar goods at one time without paying customs duties for personal use.

The following items may be imported across the customs border of the Republic of Azerbaijan under a preferential procedure (without payment of customs duties):

— personal belongings intended to meet the essential needs of an individual during the trip;

— fuel contained in the fuel tank provided by the design of the vehicle;

— medicines in quantities necessary for personal use, including medicines that have not undergone state registration in the Republic of Azerbaijan;

— items acquired based on inheritance rights opened in accordance with the Civil Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan (upon presentation of the relevant supporting document);

— 20 grams of gold, jewelry made of gold; processed, sorted, mounted and set diamonds weighing 0.5 carats per individual who has reached the age of 18, once during each calendar month;

— up to 30 kilograms of various types of food products imported into the customs territory once during each calendar month;

— up to 5 kilograms of sturgeon fish and up to 125 grams of sturgeon caviar exported from the customs territory once during each calendar month.

Export is permitted for:

— personal belongings;

— handmade items and goods officially purchased in the country.

Resident and non-resident individuals and legal entities may export foreign currency in cash in an amount not exceeding the equivalent of USD 10,000, subject to oral declaration.

Resident and non-resident individuals and legal entities may export foreign currency in an amount from USD 10,000 to USD 50,000 (or equivalent) upon submission to the customs authority of customs documents and a written declaration confirming that the funds were previously imported into the Republic of Azerbaijan in cash and may be exported in cash.

Resident and non-resident individuals may orally declare to customs authorities cash national currency in denominations up to 20,000 manats and securities denominated in national currency, as well as amounts of 20,000 (twenty thousand) manats or more. Cash national currency and securities denominated in national currency may be exported from and imported into the Republic of Azerbaijan by declaring the entire amount in writing to customs authorities.

Import is prohibited for:

— weapons and ammunition (except hunting weapons for which a special permit is issued);

— narcotics and narcotic-containing substances;

— animals;

— photographs and printed materials that may be regarded as directed against the constitutional system of Azerbaijan.

Export is prohibited for:

  • antiques (including precious stones, coins, manuscripts and other works of art) without permission from the Ministry of Culture;
  • weapons and ammunition.

When purchasing carpets and carpet products, you must obtain a product certificate from the Azerbaijan State Museum of Carpet and Applied Folk Art. To do this, you must present the purchased carpet and obtain an export permit. Otherwise, export may be prohibited when leaving the country.

When purchasing paintings and works of art, you must obtain a certificate from the National Art Museum of Azerbaijan. To do this, you must present the artwork itself and its photographs. In the absence of a permit certificate, export of your purchase may be prohibited during customs clearance.

Please note that many carpet and art sellers willingly take care of obtaining export certificates for goods purchased from them. Black caviar is allowed for export in quantities of up to 125 grams. It is recommended to make purchases in Caspian Fish chain stores, as the quality of caviar purchased from private vendors at markets cannot be guaranteed.

The customs declaration completed upon entry into the country must be retained until departure.

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Egypt

VISA

A visa to Egypt for citizens of Kazakhstan can be obtained on arrival, both in tourist cities (Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Marsa Alam) and in Cairo.
It allows stay in the country for one month from the date of issue.

A visa for Sharm El Sheikh is required for a tourist in two cases:

  • if during the stay they plan to travel outside the Sinai Peninsula;
    if they will stay on the Sinai Peninsula for 14 nights or more.

Visa registration is mandatory and must be completed within 7 days from the date of arrival.

If a visa is NOT issued, then registration is NOT required, and the tourist receives a “Sinai Only” stamp in the passport.
However, upon arrival in Cairo, Hurghada, or Marsa Alam, a visa must be obtained/purchased.

Registration is arranged through the guide of the receiving company.
Children under 6 years old, as well as tourists over 60 years old, are exempt from registration (at present, discussions are ongoing about canceling this rule; once a decision is made, we will inform you).

ENTRY RULES

Required set of documents

  • international passport (the passport must be valid for at least six months after the end of the
  • trip and have at least two blank pages for visa stamps);
  • photocopies of international passports (may be useful in case of loss or other unforeseen circumstances);
  • air tickets or e-ticket itinerary/receipts;
  • voucher;
  • medical insurance policy;
  • documents for children (if children are traveling with you).

Without presenting documents and without declaring currency in the passenger customs declaration, tourists are allowed to export foreign currency in cash not exceeding USD 10,000.
If you import more than USD 10,000, the amount is subject to mandatory declaration, and you must have bank documents with you.
At Sharm El Sheikh Airport, be sure to declare all electronic equipment, antique items, and jewelry.

Duty-free import is permitted for 200 cigarettes or 250 g of tobacco or 50 cigars, 1 liter of alcoholic beverages, cosmetics, perfumes, and food products within personal consumption limits.

Import is prohibited for:

  • narcotics and medicines containing high doses of narcotic substances;
  • weapons;
  • drones and any flying devices.

Export is prohibited for:

  • corals and items of marine fauna (fine USD 1,000);
  • items of historical value;
  • national currency.

Restrictions have been introduced on the export of medicines produced in Egypt.

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Georgia

VISA

For travel to Georgia, most foreign citizens do not require a visa for stays of up to 365 days.
However, there are several countries whose citizens are required to obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) or a Visa on Arrival. It is important to check the current requirements on the website of the Georgian consulate or the national visa service of your country before traveling.

ENTRY RULES

Upon entry into the country, the following items are exempt from customs duty:

  • personal jewelry (declaration required);
  • goods and personal belongings with a total weight of up to 100 kg;
  • up to 200 cigarettes;
  • up to 3 liters of wine or up to 10 liters of beer.

The import of foreign currency is not limited, while the import of national currency is limited to no more than 25,000 lari.

Import is prohibited for:

  • weapons and explosive substances;
  • narcotics;
  • literature discrediting the state system;
  • certain types of video products;
  • as well as items of historical and cultural value.

Luggage must be securely locked and labeled with your name.

Indonesia

VISA

For citizens of Kazakhstan, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and Uzbekistan, a visa is issued on arrival.
To obtain it, you must have: a passport (valid for at least 6 months), a return ticket or a ticket to a third country, hotel booking confirmation, and proof of financial solvency (bank statements).

The visa fee is 500 IDR (~35 USD). For payment, it is recommended to have small USD banknotes. The visa is issued for 30 days.

ENTRY RULES

Import is prohibited for:

  • narcotics;
  • weapons;
  • pornography.

Export is prohibited for:

  • antiques without permission;
  • rare animals;
  • plants.

Kazakhstan

VISA

Citizens of 116 countries require a visa to enter the Republic of Kazakhstan (electronic visa or sticker visa). More detailed information is available in the section “Visa Regime of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Foreign Citizens.”
For citizens of countries that require a visa, it is first necessary to obtain an invitation (submitted by the tour operator inviting the guest), and then apply for an electronic or sticker visa.
We can submit tourists’ documents for an invitation (single-entry tourist visa B12) provided that the guests purchase a full package of services from us (accommodation, transfers, and tours).

Documents required to obtain an invitation:

  • scanned copy of the passport;
  • completed application form;
  • copy of a residence card or business visa, if the guest is currently residing in another country and will obtain the visa outside their country of citizenship.

The processing time for the invitation is 6 working days.

The visa processing time does not exceed 5 working days.
When applying through the portal (electronic visa), processing takes 30 minutes.

A sticker visa is issued at the Embassy or Consulate of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the guest’s country of citizenship.
If there is no Embassy or Consulate of Kazakhstan in that country, the visa may be obtained in the nearest country where a Kazakh diplomatic mission is present.

An electronic visa can be applied for via the Visa and Migration Portal (www.vmp.gov.kz) or through us.
The cost of a single-entry tourist visa is USD 60. If the electronic visa is processed through us, the cost is USD 100.

Passport requirements:

  • must not raise doubts about authenticity or ownership; must not contain renewal stamps, entries, erasures, corrections, torn or unstitched pages;
  • must have at least 2 blank pages;
  • must be valid for at least 3 months after the expiration date of the requested visa;
  • must not contain extension stamps.

ENTRY RULES

Without presenting documents and without declaring currency in the passenger customs declaration, tourists are allowed to import/export foreign currency and/or the currency of the Republic of Kazakhstan in an amount not exceeding the equivalent of USD 3,000, as well as traveler’s checks in an amount not exceeding USD 10,000.

When importing/exporting by individuals foreign currency and/or the currency of the Republic of Kazakhstan in an amount equivalent to USD 3,000 to 10,000, or traveler’s checks exceeding USD 10,000, these amounts must be declared in the passenger customs declaration.
There are no restrictions on funds exported via bank cards.
Bank cards do not require declaration.

Import is prohibited:

  • weapons, ammunition, narcotic substances;
  • paintings and other antiques of special historical value;
  • specimens of flora and fauna listed in the Red Book;
  • saiga antelope horns;
  • canceled securities.

Export is prohibited:

  • hunting birds;
  • rare minerals;
  • animals;
  • precious stones and gold.

For other goods purchased in Kazakhstan, it is recommended to keep sales receipts.

Mauritius

VISA

Citizens of Kazakhstan and CIS countries do not require a visa to enter Mauritius.
A visa is issued upon arrival at Mauritius airport for a stay of up to 60 days.

Before departure, it is necessary to complete an online form on the website:
https://safemauritius.govmu.org/

After completing all sections of the form, a PDF document with a QR code will be generated. This document must be presented to airport officials upon arrival in Mauritius.
If you are unable to complete the form online for any reason, you may complete the required paper forms manually upon arrival at the airport.

ENTRY RULES

For persons over 16 years of age, duty-free import is allowed for:

  • 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 g of tobacco;
  • up to 1 liter of strong alcoholic beverages;
  • up to 2 liters of wine or beer;
  • up to 250 ml of toilet water.

Export is prohibited for coral products and items unlawfully taken from the seabed.

Import is prohibited for:

  • narcotic substances and medicines containing narcotics;
  • weapons and military equipment;
  • pornographic materials.

Montenegro

VISA

Despite the visa-free regime, border authorities may request proof of accommodation and a return airline ticket upon entry.

For citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan

From March 1 to November 1, 2025, citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan may enter, transit through, and stay in Montenegro for up to 30 days without a visa, provided they hold a valid travel document (passport) issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of departure.

For citizens of the Russian Federation

Citizens of the Russian Federation may enter, transit through, and stay in Montenegro for up to 30 days without a visa in accordance with the international Agreement on Mutual Travel of Citizens, provided they hold a valid travel document (passport) issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of departure.

For citizens of the Republic of Belarus

Citizens of the Republic of Belarus may enter, transit through, and stay in Montenegro for up to 30 days without a visa, provided they hold a valid travel document (passport) issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of departure.

For citizens of Azerbaijan and Ukraine

Citizens of Azerbaijan and Ukraine may enter Montenegro without a visa for up to 90 days, provided they hold a valid travel document (passport) issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of departure.

For citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic and Uzbekistan

A visa is required and must be obtained from an official Montenegrin diplomatic mission.

Please ensure that your passport meets all requirements to avoid delays at the border.

Maldives

VISA

For all tourists, regardless of country or citizenship, a free 30-day visa is issued upon arrival.

ENTRY RULES

Within 96 hours prior to arrival in the Republic of Maldives, it is necessary to complete an online health declaration. Please note that the declaration must be completed for each tourist individually.
After completing the declaration, you will receive a QR code (valid for 96 hours), which must be printed or saved on your phone and presented during passport control. At the airport, it is sufficient to present the QR code of the completed online arrival declaration; printed forms are not required.

From August 15, 2024, travelers departing from the Maldives are no longer required to complete the “Traveler Declaration” form.

Import is prohibited for:

  • alcoholic beverages;
  • weapons and explosives;
  • narcotic substances and medications containing narcotics;
  • pork;
  • pornographic materials;
  • anti-Islamic literature;
  • professional video equipment (import is allowed only with special permission);
  • spearfishing equipment;
  • animals.

All alcoholic beverages imported by tourists are confiscated immediately upon arrival in the country.

Export is prohibited for:

  • turtle shells;
  • corals.

Malaysia

VISA

For visits to Malaysia of up to 30 days, citizens of Kazakhstan do not require a visa.

No visa fee is charged. From January 1, 2024, an electronic arrival form must be completed to cross the border. The form is filled out via the link
https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main?registerMain
no earlier than 3 days before arrival. The completed form will be sent to the указан email address and must be presented at passport control.

ENTRY RULES

Import and export of the national currency exceeding 1,000 MYR is prohibited.
Foreign currency and traveler’s checks may be imported in any amount; however, amounts exceeding USD 10,000 must be declared.

Duty-free import is permitted for 1 liter of alcoholic beverages, 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 225 g of tobacco, perfumes and cosmetics with a total value not exceeding 200 MYR, and souvenirs with a value not exceeding 200 MYR.

Import is prohibited for:

  • goods from Israel, Israeli coins or banknotes;
  • clothing with printed texts from the Quran;
  • pornographic materials;
  • radio receivers;
  • meat;
  • mushrooms;
  • seeds;
  • primates;
  • gold items weighing more than 100 g;
  • weapons of any kind (including toy weapons resembling real firearms).

Export is prohibited for:

  • valuable antique items (official permission is required);
  • certain species of animals and plants.

The penalty for importing or exporting narcotics is the death penalty.

Oman

VISA

Citizens of Kazakhstan / Russia:

Visa-free entry for up to 30 days with a regular valid passport, valid for at least 6 months.

Citizens of Uzbekistan / Ukraine:

Visa-free entry for up to 14 days with a regular valid passport, valid for at least 6 months.

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan / Azerbaijan:

A visa must be obtained to enter Oman.

!Visa-free entry for 14 days is possible upon arrival if the traveler holds a valid Schengen / USA / UK / Canada / Australia / Japan visa.

Oman e-Visa Application Conditions

1. Required documents:

  • Scan of an international passport valid for at least 6 months (photo page), JPG
  • Photo 3.5 × 4.5 cm, JPG
    (Both files must be named in Latin letters: surname + name)

2. Visa fee with tour package:

  • USD 85 per passport (30-day visa)

3. Processing time:

  • Up to 7 business days

Important Information:

  • Visa issuance decisions are made by the Omani immigration authorities.
  • Visa approval is not guaranteed.
  • Processing times may be extended without prior notice.
  • In case of visa refusal or processing delays, the visa fee is non-refundable.
  • The company bears no responsibility for decisions made by immigration authorities.

Qatar

VISA

Citizens of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Russia, Uzbekistan, and Ukraine are eligible for visa-free entry for up to 30 days.

For citizens of Kyrgyzstan, a visa can be arranged upon request.
Processing time: 14 working days.
To apply, it is necessary to send a scan of the passport and a scan of a 3×4 photo to qatar@kazunion.com (after application confirmation).
Visa fee: USD 90 (the fee is non-refundable in case of visa refusal).

Visa conditions for citizens of other countries are available at:
https://visitqatar.com/intl-en/plan-your-trip/visas

Traveling with minor children

If a minor child is traveling with one parent, the following documents are required:

  • the child’s international passport;
  • the child’s birth certificate;
  • a notarized consent from the second parent with a translation into English.

If a minor child is traveling with a third party, the following documents are required:

  • the child’s international passport;
  • the child’s birth certificate;
  • a notarized consent from both parents with a translation into English.

Required documents (to be printed in advance):

  • international passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of return;
  • round-trip flight itineraries;
  • accommodation voucher;
  • insurance policy.

ENTRY RULES

Import is prohibited for:

  • alcoholic beverages;
  • weapons and explosives;
  • narcotic substances and medicines containing narcotics;
  • pork;
  • electrical and radio devices operating on frequencies not permitted by international standards;
  • printed publications;
  • audio and video materials containing content contrary to Islamic norms;
  • fighting dog breeds.

Seychelles

VISA

A visa is not required to travel to the Seychelles. Travelers must have a passport valid for the entire duration of stay in the Seychelles, a completed customs declaration, and a return ticket. No vaccination certificates are required for entry.
All arriving travelers are issued a visitor’s permit valid for 1 month, which can be extended if desired. Before departure, it is necessary to obtain authorization via the platform: https://seychelles.govtas.com/ru

ENTRY RULES

Required documents:

  • passport scan (scan only, first page only);
  • electronic photograph (3.5 × 4.5 cm, JPG format);
  • voucher (confirmed hotel reservation);
  • airline tickets;
  • insurance;
  • traveler’s contact details and an emergency contact.

The processing time for the authorization is from 12 hours.
An authorization fee applies: EUR 10 per adult and EUR 5 per child (0–11.99).
An urgent processing option is available if travelers forgot to apply for authorization in advance. The processing time for urgent authorization is 60 minutes, and the cost is EUR 90 + EUR 45 = EUR 135.

For convenience, you can download the Seychelles Travel Authorization mobile application.

Singapore

VISA

Citizens of Kazakhstan are required to obtain a tourist visa to enter Singapore. The visa is issued for a period of up to 30 days. If the stay in Singapore does not exceed 96 hours and travelers are transiting onward to a third country, a visa is not required.

Visa applications are usually processed within several working days; however, if there are less than 14 days remaining before departure, it is recommended to apply for an urgent visa.

When accommodation is booked through us, the visa fee is USD 100 / urgent — USD 150.
For girls and women under 50 years of age traveling unaccompanied, the visa fee is USD 180 / urgent — USD 210.

Visas are issued only to citizens of Russia and CIS countries.
If the visa is not issued within the expected timeframe, this means that immigration authorities have deemed it necessary to delay the documents, and we do not bear responsibility for extended processing times.
In case of visa refusal, immigration authorities do not provide a reason, and the visa fee is non-refundable.
After a refusal, an appeal may be submitted; this takes 2–3 weeks. If the traveler had no grounds for refusal, we recommend submitting an appeal.

ENTRY RULES

Required documents:

  • completed visa application form;
  • international passport valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip;
  • confirmed hotel reservation (voucher);
  • insurance policy;
  • round-trip air tickets;
  • photograph meeting the requirements.

Import is prohibited for:

  • narcotic substances and medications containing narcotics;
  • chewing tobacco;
  • chewing gum.

Export is prohibited for:

  • antiques;
  • religious items.

The transportation of fireworks and weapon-shaped lighters is prohibited.

South Korea

VISA

Citizens of Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation may use visa-free short-term entry (up to 30 days; for Russia — up to 90 days), however, it is necessary to obtain K-ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization).
Travelers aged 17 and under, as well as those aged 65 and over, do not require K-ETA to enter Korea.

Holders of diplomatic and official passports are exempt from K-ETA when entering Korea.

ENTRY RULES

Import and export of national and foreign currency are not restricted; cash amounts exceeding USD 10,000 must be declared. The limit for importing and exporting local currency is 8 million won.
Upon departure, unused funds may be exchanged into US dollars only with a receipt from a local bank confirming the prior exchange into won. Items subject to declaration also include jewelry, expensive watches, photographic equipment, fur items, firearms, knives, and high-value foreign-manufactured goods.
Persons over 19 years of age are allowed duty-free import of one 1-liter bottle of alcohol, 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars or 250 g of tobacco, 60 ml of perfume, and gifts up to USD 400.

Import is prohibited for:

  • coins;
  • seeds;
  • walnuts;
  • soil and potted plants;
  • pornographic materials;
  • political materials and any printed matter;
  • audio and video products from communist countries;
  • fruits and vegetables in personal baggage (they must undergo a two-week quarantine, treatment, and certification).

Pets require an international veterinary certificate issued no earlier than 30 days prior to entry into South Korea and a rabies vaccination certificate.
The export of antiques, precious metals, and archaeological artifacts without special permission is prohibited.

Sri Lanka

VISA

From 15 October, visa on arrival at the airport will no longer be available.
All travelers must apply in advance for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) via the official website eta.gov.lk.

The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry.
It is recommended to submit the application at least 48 hours before departure, carefully checking the accuracy of the email address, as the confirmation is sent to this email.

Key rules:

  • Visa fee: USD 50 per person (payment by card on the website)
  • Children under 12 years old: visa free of charge
  • Visa validity: 30 days from the date of entry
    Extension up to 6 months is possible at the Department of Immigration and Emigration of Sri Lanka

Free visa application:
For citizens of the following countries, the visa application on the website is free of charge:
India, Russia, Thailand, Indonesia, China, Malaysia, Japan.

ENTRY REGULATIONS

Upon arrival, valuable equipment and jewelry must be declared.
It is allowed to import:

  • currency equivalent to up to USD 10,000;
  • 1.5 liters of strong alcoholic beverages;
  • 2 bottles of wine;
  • a small quantity of souvenirs;
  • 250 ml of perfume with a total value not exceeding USD 250.

Import is prohibited:

  • narcotic substances;
  • firearms and bladed weapons;
  • ammunition;
  • explosives;
  • pornographic materials;
  • gold.

Export is prohibited:

  • antiques;
  • rare books;
  • palm-leaf manuscripts;
  • uncut precious stones;
  • animals;

  • plants (more than 450 species).

Upon departure, customs inspection of baggage is mandatory for all travelers.
Export of up to 6 kg of tea per person is permitted.

Thailand

VISA

Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan are eligible for visa-free entry for up to 60 days.
Citizens of the Russian Federation are also eligible for visa-free entry for up to 60 days.
Citizens of Azerbaijan are required to obtain a visa in advance.

List of required documents:

  • a fully completed application form personally signed by the applicant;
  • one recent color biometric photograph (attached to the application), taken no more than 6 months ago, size 3.5 × 4.5 cm;
  • a valid international passport with the holder’s signature + a copy of the first page. The passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the expiration date of the requested visa, or have been issued within the last 10 years, and must contain at least 2 blank pages;
  • hotel reservations/voucher for the entire period of stay in the country or a confirmed round-trip airline ticket;
  • insurance policy covering the entire period of stay.

Additional documents:

  • copy of a marriage certificate, divorce certificate, or death certificate of a spouse;
  • if applicable, copies of children’s birth certificates.

List of countries whose citizens may obtain a visa at the Embassy: Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan.
Visa applications are accepted at the Embassy of Thailand in Astana.

Processing time: 3–5 working days.

Entry rules and conditions may change without prior notice by the Thai authorities. Before traveling, we recommend уточнять whether a visa is required at the Embassy, as the tour operator is not responsible for immigration authorities or changes in Thailand’s immigration legislation.

ENTRY RULES

According to Thailand’s regulations, all tourists arriving on a charter flight must depart only on a charter flight as well. At the airport, you must arrive at least 3 hours before the departure time indicated on your airline ticket.

Traveling with minor children

If you are traveling with a minor child, do not forget to bring the child’s birth certificate. Please ensure that the child has a separate passport.

If the child is traveling with one of the other relatives, in addition to the birth certificate, a power of attorney from both parents authorizing the child’s travel abroad is required, with a notarized translation into English/Thai. If necessary, copies of a marriage certificate, divorce certificate, or death certificate of a spouse must also be provided.
After the announcement of the start of check-in, you must proceed to the designated counter and complete airline ticket and baggage check-in independently.

Import is prohibited for:

  • vapes/electronic cigarettes;
  • hookahs;
  • drones (quadcopters) without a license.

Turkey

VISA

When crossing the border of Turkey for tourism purposes under the visa-free regime, it is sufficient to have an international passport with a minimum validity of 6 months (180 days) from the start date of the trip.
Citizens of Kazakhstan, Russia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, Moldova, the Republic of Belarus, and Georgia may stay in Turkey visa-free for up to 30 days.

ENTRY RULES

Up to USD 10,000 per person may be exported from the Republic of Kazakhstan without obtaining a bank certificate. Upon arrival at a Turkish airport, all electronic equipment, antique items, and jewelry must be declared (their presence may be checked upon departure).

Duty-free import is allowed for:

  • 400 cigarettes, or 50 cigars, or 200 g of tobacco;
  • five bottles (1,000 ml each) or seven bottles (700 ml each) of alcoholic beverages, of which no more than three may be of the same type;
  • cologne (up to 2 liters in sealed bottles);
  • perfume (up to 1 liter in a sealed bottle);
  • gifts with a total value not exceeding USD 500;
  • food products within personal consumption limits.

Import is prohibited for:

  • weapons and ammunition;
  • narcotic substances and medicines containing narcotics;
  • medications containing high doses of narcotic substances.

UAE

VISA

Citizens of some CIS countries and other states are required to obtain a visa for the UAE in advance.
During passport control at a UAE airport, tourists must present a copy of the electronic visa together with their passport.
To apply for an electronic tourist visa, it is necessary to upload a color scan of the tourist’s passport and a photograph in the personal account when booking a tour package. Additional documents, such as children’s birth certificates, a power of attorney from both parents for an accompanying person in English or with a notarized English translation, etc., must be sent to visa@kazunion.com.

A visa is issued only if a tour package, ground services for at least 3 nights, or our flight tickets are booked.

Visa processing time is from 3 to 5 working days. In case of a delay in the response from immigration authorities, the issuance of an entry visa may take from 1 to 14 days. Immigration authorities reserve the right not to explain the reason for the delay.

Visa fees:

  • standard tourist visa — USD 84 per passport
  • with our air tickets — USD 114 per passport
  • urgent visa — USD 150 (processed within 1–2 working days)

Please upload signed photographs in the personal account together with the passport, or send signed photographs to visa@kazunion.com.

Visa-free entry to the UAE for up to 30 days for citizens of: Andorra, Australia, Brunei, Canada, China, Hong Kong (China), Japan, Kazakhstan, Macau (China), Malaysia, Mauritius, Monaco, Mongolia, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, Singapore, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, USA, Vatican.

Visa on arrival in the UAE for up to 90 days for citizens of: Albania, Argentina, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, El Salvador, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Kiribati, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Maldives, Malta, Montenegro, Nauru, Netherlands, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Uruguay, Uzbekistan.

Before traveling to the UAE, please review visa requirements to ensure that you have a valid visa if required and that your passport is valid for at least 6 months. Holders of non-standard passports or travel documents may be subject to additional entry requirements; please check whether you need to apply for a visa and whether any other passport regulations apply.

ENTRY RULES

Traveling with minor children:
Minor children must enter the country together with their parents, comply with all safety requirements, and have their own passports valid for at least 6 months; no other document can replace a passport.
If a minor child is traveling without parents, it is necessary to provide a notarized authorization (power of attorney) from both parents, with a notarized translation into English.
If children are traveling with parents but have different surnames, or if a child is traveling with one parent, in addition to the passport it is mandatory to carry the child’s birth certificate and a notarized consent from the father for travel abroad, with a notarized English translation.

Entry for women:
A woman may enter the UAE without male accompaniment if she has reached the age at which she is legally responsible.

Import is prohibited for:

  • weapons;
  • narcotics;
  • pornographic materials.

Printed and video materials are subject to inspection upon entry.

It is permitted to import per person no more than 400 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 500 g of tobacco (shredded or pressed for pipes), 4 liters of alcoholic beverages or 2 packs, and perfume in reasonable quantities.
When entering or leaving the UAE, you must declare cash, checks, and other financial documents exceeding AED 100,000. Persons under 18 years of age do not have these allowances.

Vietnam

VISA

A 30-day visa-free regime applies for citizens of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and the Russian Federation (up to 45 days), as well as Belarus (up to 15 days).
Citizens of Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Ukraine are advised to obtain a visa in advance; it is usually issued for 30 days with the possibility of extension.

List of required documents:

  • passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry;
  • return ticket or onward ticket to a third country;
  • confirmed hotel reservation;
  • 2 photographs sized 4 × 6 cm on a white background.

ENTRY RULES

Import is prohibited for:

  • narcotics and weapons;
  • pornographic materials;
  • printed materials and audio/video recordings that offend local traditions;
  • certain medications without a doctor’s prescription;
  • drones;
  • fresh, smoked, or traditional meat, all types of sausages, kazy, and frankfurters.

The export of stuffed turtles and corals as souvenirs is prohibited.

VietJet Air flight specifics:

  • fruit baskets may be transported only in checked baggage;
  • 20 kg of checked baggage is allowed, plus a separate fruit basket up to 7 kg;
  • fruits are permitted in carry-on baggage only in bags or pouches;
  • the export of durian, watermelon, and coconuts is not allowed.

Visas

If a visa is required to enter a foreign country, we recommend applying for it in advance (1–2 months) at the diplomatic mission or consular office of the respective country in Kazakhstan. All information below regarding visa requirements is provided for informational purposes only and cannot be considered as guidance, as visa requirements of each country may change. Detailed and final information should be verified with the relevant embassies.

General Information

A visa is an authorization document that grants a person the right to cross certain territorial borders.

Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan must obtain a visa in advance to travel abroad, unless otherwise stipulated by law or in the presence of special agreements and arrangements on a visa-free regime between Kazakhstan and the destination country.

Before starting to plan an overseas trip, the issue of obtaining a visa is extremely important. An unprofessional approach may lead to serious financial losses related to ticket refunds, hotel booking cancellations, obstacles to obtaining travel authorization, and other issues. Therefore, visa processing is one of the most relevant and important tasks in organizing a trip and requires a professional approach and expert consultation.

Services

Tour Operator KAZUNION provides the following visa assistance services through embassies located in Kazakhstan:

  • Assistance in preparing the required document package;
  • Consultations on procedural specifics and visa processing timelines;
  • Help with completing application forms, document checks, required payments, and registration on consular (embassy) websites for interview appointments;
  • Organization of meetings with consular representatives at the most convenient time without queues or long waiting periods;
  • Accompaniment to the consulate (embassy) by a representative;
  • Submission of additional documents if required;
  • Collection of completed documents by a representative;
  • Courier delivery of documents.

Please note that offers from companies promising a 100% visa approval for a moderate fee may be fraudulent. Only an embassy can guarantee visa issuance, but we will make every effort to achieve a positive outcome.

Entrust your visa matters to professionals, and you will appreciate all the advantages of working with us!

Important Notes

Be aware that visa processing times in some foreign embassies can be lengthy, especially during peak travel seasons. Each embassy independently determines visa issuance procedures, including interviews with a consul, visa fees, and the list of required documents.

Strict compliance with embassy requirements for visa documents (photo size, accurate and legible application forms, payment of consular fees, etc.) contributes to timely and positive consideration of your application. Do not pay for your trip before receiving your visa. Keep in mind that foreign embassies are not responsible for financial losses incurred due to visa refusal or delays. Also, do not assume that purchasing tickets with fixed dates will guarantee expedited visa processing, although some embassies may require such tickets. If you are traveling to your destination via transit through other countries, consult in advance about the need for transit visas, including their validity and number of entries required for smooth border crossings.

After receiving a foreign visa, carefully check the accuracy of all details: passport number, first and last name, date of birth, visa category, number of entries, validity period, and the total number of permitted days of stay. Remember that even errors made not through your fault may lead to undesirable consequences both upon entry and during your stay abroad.