Where to go without a visa? Visa-free countries for Kazakhstanis in 2026 | Poehalisnami.kz

The dates are indicated for ordinary citizens who travel for tourist purposes, for example, on their beach or sightseeing vacation, and are relevant at the time of publication of the article.

Popular beach destinations with visa-free regime for Kazakhstan

Visa-free regime for Kazakhstanis is valid in all five of the most popular beach countries. The difference is in the length of stay and the online forms that need to be filled out before departure.

*these terms are current at the time of publication

Thailand: entry rules and deadlines in 2026

Visa-free entry for Kazakh citizens to Thailand from mid-September 2026 is 30 days instead of 60. This was confirmed by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Thailand: the country has returned to the terms of the bilateral agreement. In total, you can stay up to 90 days for any 180. 72 hours before the flight, it is important to visit the website and fill out a digital TDAC card: it is free. For trips longer than 30 days, the document must be issued in advance.

Turkey: holidays without borders and special features of stay

The southern hospitable country provides the longest duration among beach destinations: 90 days for every six months. The visa-free regime for citizens of Kazakhstan does not require either online questionnaires or fees at the border. However, 90 days is the sum of all trips in six months, not one entry. That is, if you have already spent 60 days in Antalya in the summer, there are 30 days left for your autumn vacation.

Vietnam: visa-free travel for Kazakhstanis via Phu Quoc and mainland

The Kazakhstan-Vietnam visa-free regime has been in effect since May 2024: up to 30 days per entry, but no more than 90 days in 6 months. The rule is the same for Nha Trang, Da Nang and Fukuoka.

Fukuoka additionally has its own 30-day visa-free regime for guests arriving from abroad. For a trip longer than 30 days, an electronic visa is issued for evisa.gov.vn . The cost is $25 for a one-time purchase (valid for up to 90 days).

Visa-free regime with European and CIS countries

The visa-free regime for Kazakhstan in Europe is valid only in countries outside of Schengen and the EU. The longest terms are in Georgia and Armenia, the shortest and seasonal is in Montenegro.

Georgia and Armenia: long-term stay and necessary documents

Kazakhstanis can stay in Sakartvelo without a visa for up to 1 year. You should be prepared for the fact that starting from January 1, 2026, medical insurance for the entire duration of the trip is required at the border. The minimum coverage is $30,000 for inpatient care and $5,000 for outpatient care. Without a policy, you will face a fine of 300 GEL or a categorical refusal to enter.

Insurance for a week with coverage of 30,000 euro costs from 5,000 tenge. For a short trip to the capital, compare hotels in Tbilisi in advance: during the hot tourist season (May-October), rooms in the old town are sold out early.

You don’t need a visa to Armenia either, you can stay here for up to 180 days. In October 2025, Kazakhstan ratified an agreement under which it is possible to enter with an identity card. Please check the registration rules for stays longer than 30 days.

Montenegro and Albania: seasonal visa-free travel and 2026 rules

In Montenegro, there is a seasonal visa-free regime for Kazakhstan: usually this rule applies annually from May 1 to October 1, for up to 30 days. But sometimes the season can last longer, as in 2025, from March 1 to November 1.

Albania, on the contrary, is open all year round: up to 90 days within six months. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the trip, and registration is required during the day – it is done by the hotel. You can visit Serbia for up to 30 days without a visa.

Exotic and distant countries: where to fly without a visa from Kazakhstan

There are countries with visa-free regime for Kazakhstan in the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia and South America. The deadline is 30 days everywhere, but some countries ask for online permission before departure.

• Maldives – 30 days, the permit is issued free of charge upon arrival. There is a direct Air Astana flight from Almaty.
• Seychelles 30 days, but 10 days before departure you need a Travel Authorization for
• Brazil and Argentina – 30 days each. There are no direct flights, they fly with a transfer in Dubai, Doha or Istanbul.
• Philippines and Qatar – 30 days each without a visa.
• South Korea is 30 days old, but K-ETA electronic authorization is required.
• Indonesia (Bali) and Mauritius visa on arrival, up to 30 days in Indonesia.

For long-distance flights, be sure to check the transit rules: a transfer in a country with a visa regime may require a transit visa. Ready-made routes with convenient connections are collected in the section where exotic tours are collected.

Comparative table: visa-free countries for citizens of Kazakhstan 2026

You can enter all the countries in the table with a passport and without visiting a consulate. For those who were looking for a list of countries – visa-free regime for Kazakhstan, – a summary of 17 destinations for a regular passport (the list is current at the time of publication).

*data is relevant at the time of publication

Insurance is mandatory only in Georgia, but treatment abroad without a policy is paid out of pocket and can be expensive. In package tours, “Come with us” insurance with the required amount of coverage is already included in the price.

“The experience of our tourists shows that at the border it is often not the visa that fails, but the little things: the expiring passport, the blank online card… Therefore, a week before departure, check the validity period of your passport and fill out online forms, if necessary. It will take 20 minutes, but it will save you from surprises. notes Victoria, travel manager Poehalisnami.kz .

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What is the validity period of a passport for leaving Kazakhstan?

There is no minimum time limit for departure, the requirements of the country of entry are important. Most countries are waiting for a passport valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry. 3 months after the trip is enough for Albania.

Does the child need a separate passport for visa-free travel from Kazakhstan in 2026?

Yes, the child must have his own passport. In case of temporary departure with one of the parents, the notarial consent of the other is not required, but it can be requested by the country of entry. If the child is traveling with his grandmother or other relatives, parental consent is required.

Is it possible to travel to Europe without a visa with a Kazakh passport?

Not to the Schengen and European Union countries. Albania, Serbia, Moldova and seasonally Montenegro are the current answers to the request for “Kazakhstan visa-free Europe”. Turkey, Georgia and Armenia are also open without a visa.

How much money do I need to have with me for visa-free entry?

There is no single amount. Thailand formally has the right to ask 20 thousand. baht per person or 40 thousand per family, in the UAE and Georgia they can clarify finances without a fixed minimum. Usually, cash and a bank card are enough.

Do you want to go on vacation without visa hassle? Leave a request on the website “Come with us”: the manager will select a visa-free country for your dates and budget and remind you what documents you will need for the trip.