Get a Kazakhstan Visa

Business Travel Requirements for an Kazakhstan Visa for Swiss Citizens

1. Visa May Not Be Required

   Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:

   • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
   • Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

   For stays of longer than 30 days, a visa is required. The requirements can be found within the CIBTvisas application pack.

2. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

   • Contain at least two blank visa pages
   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date

3. Photograph

   You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://cibtvisas.ch/photo-service to upload your photo.

    

   Alternatively, you may provide one colour, passport type photograph that meets the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against a white background and printed on high quality photo paper; be 35mm by 45mm in size; provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photograph should not be affixed to your application and may not display evidence of adhesive or staples.

4. Letter of Invitation

   A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visitng. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

   • Be submitted by the inviting company in Kazakhstan
   • Be authorised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan
   • Have a reference number issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan

5. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

6. Visa Application Form(s)

   One fully completed application form. This form must:

   • Be signed
   • Be completed in block capitals only

7. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

   For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.

   
   For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.

   
   Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process.