Kyrgyzstan Visit Visa - Definitive Guide

A visit visa for Kyrgyzstan is issued to those travellers who are visiting their friends and family members living in the country. With this permit, the holder is also permitted tourism. The holder is allowed to tour the country and explore the tourist attractions and be a part of other leisure activities. The validity of the permit is dependent on the type of the permit and other parameters. The duration of stay and the validity of the permit are decided by the Consulate.

In order to apply for the issuance of a visit visa for Kyrgyzstan, you first need to be an eligible candidate for the same. The process of application is mainly online and the application can be made online on the Kyrgyzstan e visa portal. The steps for the process of getting a Kyrgyzstan visit visa from India is given as follows:

1. Start by creating an account on the Kyrgyzstan e-visa portal.
2. Confirm your account by following the process.
3. Start with the application process.
4. Select your preferred type of visa.
5. Read the instructions properly and fill out the visa application form.
6. Submit the application form and other documents through an email to e-visa@mfa.gov.kg.
7. Wait for the application to get approved.
8. Pay the fee for the visa online.

At the time of filling out the application form, there are certain measures that are to be taken. Make sure that the information provided in the application form is correct and it matches with the details in the travel documents. If any of the information is found to be false or is unverifiable, there are chances that the application will become inadmissible and may even get rejected. A visa rejection can be caused by other reasons as well. It can affect your future applications to apply for a permit to Kyrgyzstan or to any other country. The risk of a visa rejection can be minimised by hiring a professional visa agency.

There is a process that you need to carry out before applying for the visa. You need to check for the eligibility criteria and make sure that you have all the requirements that are needed for the application process. There are certain factors that decide whether you are eligible for the application of a permit. Some of the parameters are given as follows:

• You must possess proof of purpose of visit

• If you are visiting your acquaintances, you must have an invitation letter from the resident in Kyrgyzstan.
• You must visit for tourism only, or visiting acquaintances and not searching for or taking up any kind of employment.
• You must meet the health requirements

• You must be healthy enough to travel to Kyrgyzstan.
• You must perform a medical test before travelling to the country and provide a relevant documentary proof.
• You must meet the character requirements

• • • You must be of good character and have genuine intentions behind working in Kyrgyzstan.
    • You need to provide a relevant documentary proof for the same as well (if asked) in the form of a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC).
• You must have sufficient funds
  • • You must possess or have access to sufficient funds to be able to cover your stay and other expenses in Kyrgyzstan.
    • Bank statement or any equivalent document is to be submitted as well as proof of the same.

The Kyrgyzstan Visit Visa Requirements may differ as per the applicant. Some of the common requirements are listed as follows:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months ahead of travel.
• Photo as per the photo specifications.
• Confirmed flight tickets (to be submitted after verification of the application).
• Proof of purpose of visit - exhibition pass, invitation letter, etc.
• Proof of sufficient funds - bank statement for the last three months, etc.

Note: Scanned copies of the documents must be submitted. Also, the documents must be translated into Kyrgyz or Russian languages.

• One copy must be provided
• Photo size: 35 mm x 45 mm.
• Coloured copy must be provided.
• The face must cover about 70-80% of the frame.
• Head should well-centred.
• The picture must not be older than 6 months.
• The background must be white
• Neutral expressions.
• Both the ears must be visible.
• Teeth should not be visible.
• Glasses are not permitted.
• Headgears are not allowed except for religious reasons.
• Clothing shouldn’t match the background.

The processing time required for issuing a visit visa for Kyrgyzstan takes about 5 to 7 working days. There are certain factors that affect the time required. These include the, the staff availability, whether the documents are complete or the rest of the documents are yet to be submitted and others.

The fee required to get a visit visa for Kyrgyzstan is to be paid at the time of initial submission of the documents online. The fee can be paid using a standard electronic payment option. If you are paying with a credit or a debit card, the card does not necessarily have to be in your name. The fee will also vary as per the type of the permit and the validity and the stay permitted.

When the documents have been submitted, there are a few things that need to be taken care of. The process after submission is given as follows:

• After the submission of the application form and the documents, there is some time taken for the verification and the approval of your application.
• A verification email is then received which is valid for 72 hours within which you need to make the final application.
• It is advised by the authorities to not book your flight tickets until confirmation of the application.
• If there are any kind of changes to be made in the application, you need to make sure that the authorities are known.
• If there is a change of plans, you can even withdraw you application in such a case. 
• Also, in case the application gets rejected, the visa fee is non refundable.

The status of the permit can be checked online on the Kyrgyzstan e visa portal. To check the status, you can visit the online portal and enter your reference number. You can even enquire for the status to the agency you have applied through.

After the submission of the documents and the application form, the processing will begin. When the processing is done, you will receive your permit. With the permit, there are a few things that must be noted:

• Before you travel

• Make a note of the visa expiry date, as well as the number of entries permitted. You must not stay in the country beyond this period.
• You should travel to Kyrgyzstan within the validity of your visa.
• Make sure to carry a copy of your passport and other travel documents while you are in the country.
• Issue health insurance and travel Insurance from a certified company for safety.
• At the Border

• • • Get your documents checked and your passport verified at the Immigration.
    • Consult the airport authorities for any kind of assistance required.
    • Check your visa copy for other guidelines and rules to be followed.
• When you enter Kyrgyzstan
  • • Get registered within 5 working days of entry.
    • Ensure not to get involved in any kind of employment. You can, however, do unpaid volunteer work.
    • The tourist prohibited areas must be stayed out of.
    • Make sure you don’t overstay and apply for visa extension in time.
    • If you have a change of plans and you need to stay longer, you can apply for an extension or a different kind of visa at least one month prior to the expiry.