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Kazakhstani Neo Nomad Visa (Category B12-1)

A broader remote-work route for freelancers, consultants and entrepreneurs earning income outside Kazakhstan, not limited to the IT sector.

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Category code (B12-1), up-to-1-year validity and income requirement come from a Royal Thai Embassy Astana summary of egov.kz and secondary reporting; confirm the code, validity and any income threshold on egov.kz/vmp.gov.kz.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Kazakhstan government website before you apply.
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Official name
Neo Nomad visa (Category B12-1)
Route type
Remote-work visa (not sector-specific)
Validity
Up to 1 year
Per classification summary; verify
Key requirement
Proof of stable income earned outside Kazakhstan

Who it is for

  • Remote workers, freelancers and consultants across professions
  • Entrepreneurs earning income from abroad
  • Those seeking temporary residence without joining the local labour market

Requirements

  • Proof of stable foreign-sourced income
  • Valid passport and application
  • Not sector-restricted (unlike the Digital Nomad Visa)

How to apply

  • Prepare evidence of stable income from outside Kazakhstan
  • Apply through the official channels for the Neo Nomad category
  • Confirm current requirements and thresholds before applying

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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