Kazakhstan Tourist Visa Requirements - Documents, Eligibility & Fees

Following is the list of documents required for Kazakhstan Tourist visa for Indians.

• Passport

  A passport is a document that is required at the time of international travels. It is issued by the government of the country to verify the identity and nationality of the candidate.

  The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below

  • It must have minimun two blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • It must be original and genuine.
  • It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
  • It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.

  
  

  One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.
• Old Passport

  An old passport is a passport that has expired or is completely stamped. In the visa processing, it is required to track the travel history of the applicant.

  If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria

  • If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
  • It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.

  
  

  Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
• Photo

  The photo is provided to the authority so that you can be identified based on the same.

  The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications

  • It must cover face 80% of the frame.
  • It must be clicked on an all white background.
  • Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
  • It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35x45 mm (length - 45mm, breadth - 35mm).
  • It must have a matte finish.
  • It must be a recent photograph.
  • The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
  • Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
  • The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
  • The ears must be visible clearly.
  • It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
  • It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.

  
  

  Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.
• Air Ticket

  An air ticket is a ticket or pass that is possessed by the traveller who is taking a flight for travelling from one location to another.

  It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

  • The flight tickets should be confirmed for the to and fro journey.
  • It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.

  
  

  An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.
• Govt Id Card

  A government ID card is a government issued identification document which proves that the individual is a citizen of the country, Adhaar card, PAN card, are examples of a government issued ID card.

  Government ID card is an important identification proof which must meet the given parameters

  • It must be provided as proof of identification and nationality.

  
  

  A proof of citizenship is mandatory in the form of a Government issued ID card.
• Covering Letter From Applicant

  Covering Letter consists of traveler's information, Itenarary, detailed travel Information, trip expense details and your return guarantee to the home country.

  The covering letter provided by the visa applicant should be acceptable based on the following guidelines

  • It must mention other details as well as per the Consular's request.
  • It must mention the accommodation details of the applicant.
  • It must mention the person who will be bearing all the expenses during the trip, if not travelling alone.
  • It must specify the traveller's relationship with the fellow travellers if not travelling alone.
  • It must clearly specify the traveller's purpose of visit.
  • It must mention the travel dates as per the invitation letter or the booked flight tickets.
  • It must mention all the details as per the passport.

  
  

  Covering letter is the first document that is seen by the consular. If the covering letter is not appropriate, it may cause your visa to get rejected as well. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
• Bank Statement

  Bank statement is a document that issued from the bank. This is obtained for the savings bank account to show ratify if you will be able to support your stay in the country.

  The Bank statement is a mandatory document and it should meet the following criteria

  • It must reflect sufficient balance in the savings bank account.
  • It must be original and should have the bank's stamp and signature on every page.

  
  

  If the Bank Statement doesn't show enough funds or shows irrelevant expenditure, it could lead to visa rejection on financial means. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
• Income Tax Returns

  An income tax return is a document that is a record of the tax that is paid to the government by the concerned tax paying citizen.

  The proof of income tax returns must match the provided parameters

  • It must specify your ITR for the past three years.
  • It must be provided with a legitimate documentary proof of the payment of income tax.

  
  

  One cannot leave the country if they do not provide appropriate proof of tax payment. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
• Hotel Voucher

  A hotel voucher is a ticket provided by the hotel of residence to the customers who are taking an accomodation in the hotel.

  It should be submitted as per the following

  • It must be approved from the Immigration Department.
  • It must be provided to ratify the purpose of visit and as proof of accommodation as well.

  
  

  If you are staying in a hotel during your time in another country, a hotel voucher must be provided as proof of accommodation.
• Approval From Immigration

  An Approval from Immigration is a letter that is obtained from the Immigration Department of the respective foreign country approving the traveller's visa application.

  It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

  • It must be original and obtained with a stamp and signature.

  
  

  Without the approval from Immigration, you will not be able to apply for any kind of immigration visa. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
• Itinerary

  Itinerary is a travel document that contains the details of travel schedule of the one who is going on the trip.

  It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

  • It must mention the day to day schedule and plans and program while in the country.

  
  

  The itinerary must have proper and detailed information of the traveller's routine. Even if a single detail is missed out, it could affect the visa interview. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

Eligibility for getting Kazakhstan Tourist Visa:

In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.

Visa Fees for Kazakhstan Tourist Visa: