From January 1, 2022, the visa-free regime up to 30 days (in total up to 90 days during 180-day period) has been resumed for the citizens of 54 countries*, including Austria and Slovenia.
On February 7, 2022, the Interdepartmental Commission on Preventing the Spread of Coronavirus Infection in the Republic of Kazakhstan decided to lift temporary restrictions on entry/transit travel to/through the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan through international airports for foreign citizens from countries with a visa-free regime.
Under the visa-free regime, foreign citizens may visit Kazakhstan for tourism, private and short-term business purposes. At the same time, business trips may include meetings and negotiations, the conclusion of contracts, as well as participation in conferences and forums.
Please note that within the framework of the visa-free regime, foreigners are prohibited from engaging in labor or other paid activities on the territory of Kazakhstan. Any installation and repair work is also prohibited. For such purposes, a visa is required.
From June 8, 2022, restrictions on entry Kazakhstan due to COVID-19 have been abandoned. Vaccination or PCR test is no longer required.