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Kazakhstan Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
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You need a Tourist Visa Type B12
Eligibility can depend on your full travel profile and may change. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
E‑visa not available for your profile
Plan for a sticker visa or embassy submission.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Compulsory
Health
None
Visa fee
USD 60
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a pre-travel visa for all visits to Kazakhstan
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a pre-travel visa for all visits to Kazakhstan
Application notes
- Apply via the official channel: gov.kz
- Holding a valid US, UK, Schengen, or GCC visa or residence permit does not grant visa-free entry or e-visa eligibility for Kazakhstan
- Pakistani passport holders are not eligible for the Kazakhstan e-visa portal — apply for a paper tourist visa (B12) at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Islamabad
- Apply at least four weeks before travel to allow LOI processing and embassy appointment scheduling
- An approved Letter of Invitation (LOI) from a host in Kazakhstan (registered with the MIA/MFA, providing a visa-support number) or a confirmed hotel reservation is required for the tourist visa
- An approved Letter of Invitation (LOI) or visa support number from the Ministry of Internal Affairs or Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan is mandatory before submitting the application
- Applicants aged 16 and older must appear in person at the embassy for application submission and consular interview
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Obtain an approved Letter of Invitation or visa support number from a registered host, hotel, or licensed tour operator in Kazakhstan
- 2
Step 2
Fill out the visa application form and gather all required supporting civil and financial documents
- 3
Step 3
Contact or visit the Embassy of Kazakhstan located at House 31 Street 18 Sector F-6/2 Islamabad to check appointment requirements
- 4
Step 4
Submit the application in person at the consular section along with your original passport and photographs
- 5
Step 5
Pay the applicable visa fee as directed by the consular section
- 6
Step 6
Collect your passport with the visa sticker after processing, typically within 5 to 10 working days
- 7
Step 7
Complete the visa application form for a paper tourist visa (B12) at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Islamabad
- 8
Step 8
Book an appointment for in-person submission at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Islamabad
- 9
Step 9
Submit the completed application, passport, LOI reference number (or hotel reservation), and supporting documents
- 10
Step 10
Pay the visa fee as instructed by the embassy and collect your passport with the visa sticker after processing
Step 1
Obtain an approved Letter of Invitation or visa support number from a registered host, hotel, or licensed tour operator in Kazakhstan
Step 2
Fill out the visa application form and gather all required supporting civil and financial documents
Step 3
Contact or visit the Embassy of Kazakhstan located at House 31 Street 18 Sector F-6/2 Islamabad to check appointment requirements
Step 4
Submit the application in person at the consular section along with your original passport and photographs
Step 5
Pay the applicable visa fee as directed by the consular section
Step 6
Collect your passport with the visa sticker after processing, typically within 5 to 10 working days
Step 7
Complete the visa application form for a paper tourist visa (B12) at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Islamabad
Step 8
Book an appointment for in-person submission at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Islamabad
Step 9
Submit the completed application, passport, LOI reference number (or hotel reservation), and supporting documents
Step 10
Pay the visa fee as instructed by the embassy and collect your passport with the visa sticker after processing
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Application documents
- Original Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity beyond travel dates and 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-sized colour photographs (3.5cm x 4.5cm, white background)
- Approved Letter of Invitation (LOI) or visa support number from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan
- Last 6 months bank statements with account maintenance certificate showing sufficient funds
- Confirmed return flight reservation and hotel accommodation proof
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire stay
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Kazakhstan (LOI/hotel booking)
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity and at least one blank page
- Last 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from an endemic country
- Recommended routine vaccines include hepatitis A and typhoid
Destination at a glance
Capital
Nur-Sultan
Continent
Asia
Currency
Tenge (KZT)
Phone code
+7
Language
Kazakh
Exchange rate
1 KZT = 0.6094 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
60.94
USD
0.22
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Frequently asked questions
Where should Pakistani citizens submit their Kazakhstan visa application?▾
Applications must be submitted in person at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Islamabad
Is a Letter of Invitation required for a tourist visa?▾
Yes, an approved Letter of Invitation or visa support number from Kazakhstan is mandatory before applying
How long is the typical processing time for a tourist visa?▾
Processing typically takes 5 to 10 working days following complete submission at the embassy