Does Kazakhstan have a digital nomad visa?

Yes, Kazakhstan offers the Neo Nomad Visa. It allows a stay of Up to 1 year, asks for income of about $3,000 USD/month and takes 2-6 weeks to process. Work is allowed and it can be renewed.

What is the income requirement for Kazakhstan's Neo Nomad Visa?

The Neo Nomad Visa asks for income of about $3,000 USD/month. We rate the application moderate.

How much does the Neo Nomad Visa cost and how long does it take?

The Neo Nomad Visa takes 2-6 weeks to process.

Can you get residency through Kazakhstan's Neo Nomad Visa?

No, the Neo Nomad Visa does not offer a direct path to residency in Kazakhstan.

What is Kazakhstan's Escape Score?

Kazakhstan scores 8.1/10 on Escape Score, our composite measure of visa access, cost of living, safety and quality of life for remote workers and movers.

What visa options does Kazakhstan have?

Kazakhstan has 2 visa routes we track for remote workers and movers, including digital nomad and student visas.

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Visa facts verified against official sources · last checked October 18, 2026

Part of the Digital Nomad Visas guide

Vast Central Asian country with fast-growing Almaty and Astana tech scenes and a new Neo Nomad visa.

Safety & travel advisory

Check the current official advisory before you plan — especially traveling solo.

Official US State Department travel advisory

Advisories change often — always verify the current status at the official source before you travel. (UK, Canada & Australia publish their own advisories too.)

Kazakhstan’s Escape Score

Strong across the board

8.1

out of 10 · four pillars

Can I stay?

Can I afford it?

Will I be safe?

Can I live there?

See how Kazakhstan scores on each pillar — and the cited input behind every one — with premium. Unlock the breakdown

Healthcare, taxes & language

The decisive three for a longer stay — with a source to verify each yourself.

Healthcare

Quality 6/10

Public care is funded via mandatory social health insurance (OSMS, since 2020) with uneven quality, while private clinics in Almaty and Astana offer the best standards.

Tip: pair with travel-medical + medical-evacuation cover.

Health Care Index

Tax on foreign & pension income

Residence-based

Residents are taxed on worldwide income, including foreign-source and pension income, generally at the flat 10% individual income tax rate, with foreign tax credit relief available.

Not tax advice — confirm with a local professional.

PwC tax summary

English proficiency

Low

English is mainly used by younger people and in business, tourism and international companies in Almaty and Astana, while Kazakh and Russian dominate elsewhere.

EF English Index

Visa-free on arrival

How long you can stay without a visa, by passport.

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Canada

days · visa_free

Australia

days · visa_free

New Zealand

days · visa_free

Japan

days · visa_free

South Korea

days · visa_free

Singapore

days · visa_free

Hong Kong

days · visa_free

China

days · visa_free

India

days · visa_free

Switzerland

days · visa_free

Israel

days · visa_free

Visa by passport

Ways in — every visa route

Ranked by route score — length of stay, ease and speed. It feeds the “Can I stay?” pillar above.

Visa rules change often and official sources can conflict. This is AI-assembled research, not legal or immigration advice — always verify with the official link before you act. Full disclaimer

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