C3 employment visa
Visa neededPeople travelling to Kazakhstan or already in Kazakhstan for employment, and their family members, qualify.
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Kazakhstan visas
Kazakhstan work visa
Work visas cover employment, certain self-employed professions, business immigration and seasonal work.
Ways to get a Kazakhstan work visa
C4 self-employment visa
Visa neededPeople travelling to Kazakhstan or already there for self-employment in professions in demand in priority sectors of the economy qualify.
C5 business immigrant visa
Visa neededBusiness immigrants qualify.
C6 seasonal work visa
Visa neededSeasonal workers qualify.
Who needs it
People coming for these work purposes can apply for the matching C3, C4, C5 or C6 visa.
Good to know
- The C3 employment visa also covers family members.
Questions
Do I need a work visa for Kazakhstan?
People coming for these work purposes can apply for the matching C3, C4, C5 or C6 visa.
What are the ways to get a work visa for Kazakhstan?
There are 4 options: C3 employment visa (a visa from an embassy); C4 self-employment visa (a visa from an embassy); C5 business immigrant visa (a visa from an embassy); C6 seasonal work visa (a visa from an embassy).
Does my passport change whether I need a work 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 work 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 work 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 work 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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