Kazakhstan introduces QazETA travel authorisation for Indians, makes electronic approval mandatory from July 2027

The Embassy of India in Astana has issued a travel advisory for Indian nationals planning to visit Kazakhstan, highlighting the country's new QazETA electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system and upcoming entry requirements.

Under the system introduced by the Government of Kazakhstan, Indian travellers are advised to apply for an ETA through the official QazETA platform at least 72 hours before arriving in the country.

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However, obtaining the authorisation is currently recommended and is not mandatory for eligible visa-exempt travellers during the pilot phase, which will continue until June 30, 2027. The ETA will become mandatory for eligible travellers from July 1, 2027, according to the advisory.

The embassy has asked travellers to check the latest requirements applicable to their nationality and passport category before departure.

Applications and information about the procedure have been made available through the official QazETA website, https://qazeta.kz/eta, from November 1, 2026.

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Indian nationals travelling to Kazakhstan must also ensure that their passports and other travel documents are valid for more than six months and meet the country's entry and immigration requirements. The embassy has advised Indians to carry their original passports while staying in Kazakhstan.

The advisory has also cautioned Indians against taking up employment in Kazakhstan on tourist visas, business visas or visa-free entry.

Those travelling to the country for work must obtain the appropriate employment-related visa or status, along with the required work authorisation, before starting their jobs. The embassy has asked prospective employees to verify whether their employers have completed all procedures applicable to the recruitment of foreign nationals.

It has also warned Indians against agents offering jobs on tourist or visa-free entry. Travellers have been advised to avoid unregistered recruitment agencies operating only through social media accounts.

The embassy has urged Indian nationals to respect Kazakhstan's laws, customs and public order. Public intoxication, disorderly conduct, unauthorised gatherings and other unlawful activities should be avoided, as these could lead to legal action.

For local transportation, Indians have been advised against using unregistered or unauthorised private vehicles. The embassy has recommended using registered taxi applications such as Yandex and inDrive, or licensed transport services.

Indian nationals living in Kazakhstan for employment or other long-term purposes have also been advised to register with the Embassy of India and keep their contact details updated to facilitate communication and emergency assistance.