Visitor & short-stay visas
Kazakhstani Tourist Visa (Category B12)
The short-stay category for leisure travel and visits, intended for nationals who are neither visa-free nor e-Visa eligible.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The category code (B12) and up-to-90-days validity are taken from a Royal Thai Embassy Astana (Feb 2026) summary of the egov.kz classification; confirm the exact code and validity on egov.kz, which blocked automated retrieval.
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.
On this page
- Official name
- Category B12 (Tourist) visa
- Route type
- Short-stay visitor visa
- Validity
- Up to 90 days
- Per classification summary; verify
- Entries
- Single or multiple entry
Who it is for
- Tourists and leisure travellers who need a visa
- Nationals not covered by visa-free or e-Visa arrangements
What you can do
- Travel for tourism and leisure for the permitted period
- Enter once or multiple times depending on the visa issued
- Not permitted: employment or long-term residence
How to apply
- Apply at a Kazakhstani embassy or consulate, or online where an e-Visa is available
- Provide a valid passport, application form and photo
- Provide supporting documents/invitation if required for your nationality
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.
Related Kazakhstani visas
- SHORT STAYVISA WAIVERVisa-Free EntryLets nationals of countries that have a visa-waiver arrangement with Kazakhstan enter for short stays without applying in advance.View visa details
- SHORT STAYONLINE APPLICATIONElectronic Visa (e-Visa)An online short-stay permit for eligible nationals travelling for tourism, business or medical treatment, applied for over the internet before arrival.View visa details
