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Kazakhstan travel advice
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Kazakhstan travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Kazakhstan with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Time difference | UK +5 to +6 hours |
Language(s) | Kazakh, Russian |
Currency | Kazakhstani Tenge |
Electricity | C + F plug (220V) |
Driving side | Right |
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The Kazakhstan weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Astana.
Kazakhstan travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Kazakhstan from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Kazakhstan - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Kazakhstan - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Kazakhstan - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Kazakhstan - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Kazakhstan - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Kazakhstan - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Kazakhstan.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Kazakhstan travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Kazakhstan with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Kazakhstan - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Kazakhstan - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Kazakhstan - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Kazakhstan, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Kazakhstan covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Kazakhstan with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Kazakhstan - Ministry of Healthcare, Kazakhstan
- Coronavirus timeline in Kazakhstan - Our World in Data
Kazakhstan travel features
Do you want to learn more about Kazakhstan? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Kazakhstan.
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Kazakhstan FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Kazakhstan including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Kazakhstan due to Covid-19?
Kazakhstan is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Kazakhstan.
Check out Ministry of Healthcare, Kazakhstan for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Kazakhstan?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Kazakhstan. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Kazakhstan and the UK?
The time difference between Kazakhstan and the UK is UK time+5 to UK time+6 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Kazakhstan?
The main languages spoken in Kazakhstan are Kazakh and Russian.
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What is the currency in Kazakhstan?
The currency in Kazakhstan is the Kazakhstani Tenge (KZT).
Which plugs are used in Kazakhstan?
Kazakhstan uses electrical plug type C + F (220 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Kazakhstan?
They drive on the right side of the road in Kazakhstan.
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