→ Kazakhstan visa for Chinese citizens
Chinese passport holders can enjoy convenient visa-free travel to Kazakhstan, with stays permitted for up to 30 days, simplifying plans for exploring this Central Asian neighbor. Direct flights frequently connect major hubs like Urumqi and Almaty, bridging the relatively short time difference and making travel exceptionally straightforward. While a single tourist visa type is available for those desiring longer adventures, the initial 30-day allowance offers ample time to experience Kazakhstan's vast steppe landscapes and vibrant culture, deeply intertwined with China's historical Silk Road legacy. This easy access encourages visitors to discover everything from modern Astana to the ancient petroglyphs near Almaty.
Visa-free30d stay· verified 2026-05-27
Entry requirements
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Onward ticket
- Required
- Health insurance
- Not required
Visa options
TouristTourist Visa (B12, multiple-entry)
90d$200multiple-entryvalid 1y
Digital NomadNeo Nomad Visa (Tourist Visa B12-1)
TransitTransit Visa (B13, single-entry)
valid 3mo
TransitTransit Visa (B13, multiple-entry)
multiple-entryvalid 3mo
WorkVisa for employment (C3)
Apply WorkVisa for employment (C4)
Apply WorkVisa for employment (C5)
Apply WorkVisa for employment (C6)
Apply OtherPermanent Residents Exit Visa (B14)
Apply OtherLost Passport Exit Visa (B15)
Apply TouristVisa-free entry (general regime – many nationalities up to 30 days)
30d$0multiple-entryvalid 1mo
Apply BusinessVisa-free entry (select FDI-partner states – 30 days, 90/180 cap)
30d$0multiple-entryvalid 1mo
Apply Max 90 days in 180 days.