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You need a visa for Kazakhstan if you have a Svalbard and Jan Mayen passport

These visas exist for Kazakhstan, but they cannot be applied for online with Svalbard and Jan Mayen nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Kazakhstan Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Svalbard and Jan Mayen citizens need a visa for Kazakhstan. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Kazakhstan may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
  • Proof of sufficient funds (approx. $100 USD per day)
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
  • Passport photo 3.5x4.5cm with white background
  • Completed visa application form

Entry requirements for Svalbard and Jan Mayen travellers

These rules apply specifically to Svalbard and Jan Mayen passport holders entering Kazakhstan as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Kazakhstan

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Kazakhstan.

    Last checked 2026-07-23
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Kazakhstan.

    Last checked 2026-07-23

A look at Kazakhstan

  • Majestic Charyn Canyon with red rock formations stretching into the distance under clear blue skies
    Charyn Canyon — Kazakhstan's Grand Canyon in the Almaty region
  • Traditional Kazakh yurt in front of snow-capped Tian Shan mountains with green alpine meadows
    Traditional yurt accommodation near the Tian Shan mountains
  • Modern Astana skyline featuring the golden Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center and surrounding towers
    Khan Shatyr — the world's largest tent structure in Astana
  • Aerial view of Big Almaty Lake with turquoise waters surrounded by forested mountains
    Big Almaty Lake — a stunning alpine destination near the city

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Where else Svalbard and Jan Mayen citizens can apply online

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