B13 transit visa
Visa neededPeople passing through Kazakhstan can apply for a B13 transit visa.
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Kazakhstan transit visa
The B13 visa is for people passing through Kazakhstan.
Ways to get a Kazakhstan transit visa
Who needs it
The B13 visa is for travellers transiting through Kazakhstan; the rules for when it is required are not specified.
Changing planes
- Leaving the airport
- Rules for leaving the airport during transit are not specified.
- Transit without a visa
- No conditions for transit without a visa are specified. Citizens of Kosovo are refused transit, even if they stay on the aircraft and continue on the same flight.
Good to know
- Citizens of Kosovo cannot transit through Kazakhstan.
- No airport transit time limit is specified.
Questions
Do I need a transit visa for Kazakhstan?
The B13 visa is for travellers transiting through Kazakhstan; the rules for when it is required are not specified.
What rules do I have to follow on a Kazakhstan transit visa?
Citizens of Kosovo cannot transit through Kazakhstan.
Does my passport change whether I need a transit visa for Kazakhstan?
Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Kazakhstan visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.
Can a transit visa for Kazakhstan be refused?
Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.
Where do I check the latest Kazakhstan transit visa rules?
On Kazakhstan's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.
Can I change my transit visa once I am in Kazakhstan?
Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.
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