Kazakhstan changes rules for entry, stay of immigrants

ASTANA. Jan 17 (Interfax) - A Kazakh government resolution has amended the rules of entry, stay and departure for immigrants in Kazakhstan.

The resolution was published in the database of Kazakh laws and regulations on Tuesday. It will take effect on January 27, 2023.

The document changes the allowable period of immigrants' presence in Kazakhstan.

For instance, immigrants without a visa will be allowed to stay in Kazakhstan for up to 30 days from the day they cross the border, and a total of 90 days during each 180-day period.

Citizens of member states of the Eurasian Economic Union will be allowed to stay in Kazakhstan for up to 90 days from the day they cross the border, and a total of 90 days during each 180-day period.

Previously, there was no 180-day limit for persons arriving in Kazakhstan without a visa.