Kyrgyzstan visa for Kazakhstani citizens

As a Kyrgyzstan passport holder, you'll be pleased to know that travel to Kazakhstan is visa-free, allowing for a comfortable stay of up to 90 days, perfect for exploring its diverse landscapes. This straightforward entry makes the most common flight routes from Bishkek to Almaty incredibly accessible, with many options available year-round, though peak travel seasons often fall during the summer months for outdoor adventures. While both nations share a close cultural heritage and the Russian language is widely understood, be aware that Kazakhstan operates on Astana time, which is 1 hour ahead of Bishkek, and the local currency is the tenge, so exchanging some Kyrgyz som beforehand can simplify your initial days.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Visa options

TouristSapar Visa (Type J – Tourist e-Visa, 30 days stay)
30dvalid 3mo
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TouristSapar Visa (Type J – Tourist e-Visa, 60 days stay)
60dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessSapar Visa (Type J – Business e-Visa, 30 days stay)
30dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessSapar Visa (Type J – Business e-Visa, 60 days stay)
60dvalid 3mo
Apply
MedicalSapar Visa (Type J – Medical Visit e-Visa, 30 days stay)
30dvalid 3mo
Apply
MedicalSapar Visa (Type J – Medical Visit e-Visa, 60 days stay)
60dvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristGroup Tourist Visa (e-Visa, 30 days stay)
30dvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristGroup Tourist Visa (e-Visa, 60 days stay)
60dvalid 3mo
Apply
StudentStudy Visa (Type S)
Digital NomadDigital Nomad Visa (Type DN)
TransitTransit e-Visa (Type T, 30 days validity)
valid 1mo
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OtherVisa on Arrival (Tourist/Business, Manas International Airport)
OtherShort-Term Entry-Exit Visa under Simplified Procedure
OtherResidence / Long-Term Visa for Chinese Citizens (Manas Airport, voucher scheme)
7d$500multiple-entry
OtherShort-Term Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Citizens with Long-Term US/UK/Schengen/Ireland Visas
7d$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (Indefinite stay – selected CIS and partner states)
$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (90 days within any 180 days – selected states)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 6mo
OtherVisa-Free Entry (60 days – certain neighbors)
60d$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (30 days within any 60 days – wide list including EU, UK, US, etc.)
30d$0multiple-entryvalid 2mo
WorkWork Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)
FamilyFamily / Dependent / Private Visit Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)
HumanitarianHumanitarian Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)

May re-enter 90 days after last departure. ID Card valid.

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