Switzerland
Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan visa for Swiss citizens
Entry requirement
Swiss citizens do not need a visa for Kazakhstan: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at kazakhstan-bern.ch
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Kazakh citizens travelling to Switzerland
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Travel advice for Kazakhstan
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Switzerland to Kazakhstan, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Kazakhstan at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 17 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Kazakhstan (updated 30 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Kazakhstan (updated 5 November 2026).
Good to know
How long Swiss citizens can stay in Kazakhstan
Swiss citizens may stay in Kazakhstan for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Kazakhstan.
Kazakhstan’s neighbours for Swiss citizens
China, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan admit Swiss citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan requires Swiss citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Kazakh citizens travelling to Switzerland
Kazakh citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Kazakhstan?
Swiss citizens do not need a visa for Kazakhstan: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Swiss citizens stay in Kazakhstan?
Swiss citizens can stay in Kazakhstan for up to 30 days.
Do Kazakh citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Kazakh citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Switzerland.
Can Swiss citizens enter Kazakhstan visa-free?
Yes, Swiss citizens can enter Kazakhstan without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.