Kazakhstan is introducing the QazETA electronic permit for Russian citizens
Starting July 1, 2027, Russian citizens will need to apply in advance for an electronic QazETA permit to enter Kazakhstan.
Information verified against official sources on 23 October 2026.
Starting July 1, 2027, Russian citizens will be required to obtain an electronic QazETA permit in advance to enter Kazakhstan. The permit will be free of charge, valid for 180 calendar days, and must be applied for no later than 72 hours before the intended entry. Holders of Kazakhstan temporary and permanent residence permits, children under 16, and individuals over 65 are exempt from obtaining the permit. Until July 2027, a transitional period is provided, during which the system will be implemented at selected checkpoints.
Official source: Vertexaisearch
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Last verified: 23.10.2026
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