Kazakhstan Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for at least 30 days from the date you arrive in Kazakhstan and have at least one blank page. You can visit without a visa for up to 30 days. Visa holders have a stricter rule. Kazakhstan has also introduced an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), expected to become mandatory for visa-free visitors from November 2026.
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Kazakhstan travel requirements at a glance
30 days from the date you arrive
At least one blank page
Not needed for up to 30 days; ETA recommended
Host registers you within 3 days
Official source: GOV.UK Kazakhstan entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- 30 days validity from arrival
- At least one blank page
- No visa for up to 30 days; ETA likely needed from November 2026
- Arrival must be registered
Passport validity for Kazakhstan
GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for at least 30 days from the date you arrive and have at least one blank page.
If you have a visa for Kazakhstan, your passport must have an expiry date at least 3 months after your visa's expiry date.
Visas
You can visit Kazakhstan without a visa for up to 30 days for business or tourism. You must not stay more than 90 days without a visa in any 180-day period.
To stay longer, work or study, check the visa you need with the Kazakh Embassy in the UK. Visa applicants aged 17 or over must give fingerprints.
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
If you visit Kazakhstan without a visa, you can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) through the official QazETA portal. It has been recommended since January 2026 and is expected to become mandatory for all visa-free visitors from November 2026, if new regulations are approved.
Apply at least 72 hours before you travel. An ETA is valid for 180 days from the date it is issued and is currently free, although a fee of about £7 to £15 may be introduced. It does not extend your 30-day visa-free stay. Children under 16 and travellers transiting for up to 3 days do not need one.
Arriving and registration
Your hotel or host must register your arrival with the authorities within 3 working days.
You must declare cash worth more than 10,000 US dollars on arrival.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Kazakhstan?
No. GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for at least 30 days from the date you arrive. If you have a visa, it must be valid for 3 months after the visa expires.
Do I need a visa for Kazakhstan?
No, for visits of up to 30 days for business or tourism. You need a visa to stay longer, work or study.
Do I need an ETA for Kazakhstan?
It is recommended now and expected to become mandatory for visa-free visitors from November 2026. Apply through the official QazETA portal at least 72 hours before you travel.
Do I need to register in Kazakhstan?
Yes. Your hotel or host must register your arrival within 3 working days.