SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 10, 2025 – The Republic of Kazakhstan has recently introduced a new visa for foreign nationals who work remotely and wish to combine their professional activities with travel. The so-called "Neo-Nomad Visa" (Category B12-1) is valid for one year and can be extended for another year.
Requirements for the Neo-Nomad Visa
To apply for a Neo-Nomad Visa, foreign nationals must meet certain requirements and submit the necessary documents. These include:
- Bank statement of the last six months: The bank statement must prove a stable monthly income of at least $3,000 US dollars.
- Tax return from the home country: The tax return serves as proof of the applicant's professional activity.
- Police clearance certificate: The police clearance certificate must not be older than three months at the time of application.
- Health insurance: Health insurance must be valid for the entire duration of the visa.
- Invitation letter: Invitation letters are generally required, however, applicants from the following 48 countries are exempt from submitting an invitation letter: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Great Britain, Ireland, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Canada, Qatar, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Austria, Spain, South Korea, Hungary, United States of America, United Arab Emirates, Cyprus.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for the Neo-Nomad Visa includes the following steps:
- Compilation of all required documents: Applicants must compile all the above-mentioned documents and have them translated if necessary.
- Submission of the application to a Kazakh foreign representation: The application must be submitted to the nearest Kazakh embassy or consulate.
- Examination of the documents by authorized bodies: The Kazakh authorities review the submitted documents for completeness and accuracy.
- Issuance of the visa: After successful review, the visa is issued within five working days.
Important Notes
- The Neo-Nomad Visa does not authorize the holder to take up employment in Kazakhstan. Foreign nationals who wish to work in Kazakhstan require a separate work permit.
- Spouses and children of the applicant also receive a visa with the same validity period as that of the main applicant.
Conclusion
The introduction of the Neo-Nomad Visa is an important step towards promoting tourism and the digital economy in Kazakhstan. The new visa offers foreign remote workers the opportunity to explore the country and work remotely from there.
Additional Information
Further information on the Neo-Nomad Visa and the entry requirements for Kazakhstan can be found on the website of the Kazakh Ministry of Foreign Affairs or at the nearest Kazakh embassy or consulate.
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