Assignment or renewal of the “kandas” status

Since January 2021, Kazakhstan has officially replaced the term “oralman” with “kandas”. You can also get this status through the PSC. ⠀ ⠀ To do this, you need to have the following documents with you: ⠀ - a completed application (the form can be downloaded on Egov) ⠀ - an autobiography written in any form ⠀ - copies of documents proving your identity and the identity of family members with a notarized translation into Kazakh or Russian languages. - consent of the local executive body to assign the status ⠀ - Two 3x4 photos for each of the family members ⠀ ⠀ The status is assigned within 5 working days if all documents are in order. The validity period of the status is one year, after which it can either be extended or apply for the citizenship of the Republic of Kazakhstan. For more information, you can also contact call-center 1414. ⠀ Kandasy are ethnic Kazakhs who permanently resided abroad at the time of Kazakhstan's independence, who arrived in our country for permanent residence. Upon arrival in Kazakhstan, they need to obtain the status of "kandas".