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Maximum Alerts / Kazakhstan
Level published by the State Department on 17.08.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily
Kazakhstan — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 1/4 ("Exercise Normal Precautions"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.
Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?
An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.
The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.
You will be alerted only on the day the official level of this country changes.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.
The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
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What to do, in this order
In immediate danger, call local emergency services first. Then contact assistance without delay; before engaging a service, seek approval under your policy. Cover is confirmed by the insurer.
Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
Reading hospitals, doctors and pharmacies around this point…
near Кенесары көшесі
biology
Mo-Fr 07:30-15:30; Sa 08:00-12:00
near Луи Пастер көшесі
near Кенесары көшесі
Mo-Fr 07:00-18:00; Sa 08:00-18:00
near Кенесары көшесі
Mo-Fr 08:00-20:00; Sa 08:00-14:00
near Кенесары көшесі
near Тараз көшесі
near Республика даңғылы
Mo-Fr 08:00-20:00; Sa 08:00-15:00; Su off
near Республика даңғылы
near Мәскеу көшесі
near Мұхтар Әуезов көшесі
Mo-Fr 07:00-18:00; Sa 08:00-13:00
near Мұхтар Әуезов көшесі
near Шолпан Иманбаева көшесі
biology
Mo-Fr 07:30-15:30; Sa 08:00-13:00
near Ағыбай Батыр көшесі
Mo-Su 08:00-20:00
near Ғұмар Қараш көшесі
Mo-Su 09:00-20:00
near Баянауыл көшесі
Mo-Sa 08:00-13:00
near Жақып Омаров көшесі
Mo-Fr 08:00-20:00; Sa 08:00-16:00; Su off
near Әлия Молдағұлова көшесі
near Ілияс Есенберлин көшесі
Mo-Fr 09:00-21:00; Sa 09:00-18:00
near Бейбітшілік көшесі
near Сәкен Сейфуллин көшесі
near Шоқан Уәлиханов көшесі
Mo-Fr 08:00-20:00; Sa 09:00-14:00
near Амангелді Иманов көшесі
Mo-Fr 08:00-16:00; Sa-Su 08:00-14:00
near Шоқан Уәлиханов көшесі
Mo-Fr 10:00-15:00; Sa 09:00-13:00
near Бөгенбай Батыр даңғылы
biology
Mo-Fr 07:30-15:30; Sa 08:00-13:00
near Әліби Жангелдин көшесі
30 Кенесары көшесі
near Жәнібек Тархан көшесі
biology
Mo-Fr 07:30-15:30; Sa 08:00-12:00
near Шолпан Иманбаева көшесі
Mo-Fr 07:30-15:30; Sa 08:00-13:00
near Жеңіс даңғылы
Mo-Fr 09:00-19:00; Sa,Su 10:00-16:00
near Ахмет Жұбанов көшесі
near Сарыарқа даңғылы
near Республика даңғылы
Mo-Su 08:00-20:00
near Республика даңғылы
near Жұмабек Тәшенов тұйық көшесі
biology
Mo-Fr 07:30-15:30; Sa 08:00-12:00
near Гёте көшесі
Mo-Fr 07:00-18:00; Sa 08:00-13:00
near Жұмабек Тәшенов көшесі
near Қажымұқан көшесі
near Шоқан Уәлиханов көшесі
Mo-Su 09:00-13:00, 13:30-21:00
near Күлтөбе тұйық көшесі
near Бөгенбай Батыр даңғылы
near Сәкен Сейфуллин көшесі
near Сәкен Сейфуллин көшесі
near Ықылас Дүкенұлы көшесі
Mo-Su 09:00-21:00
near Абай даңғылы
near Ықылас Дүкенұлы көшесі
near Ықылас Дүкенұлы көшесі
09:00-22:00
near Ықылас Дүкенұлы көшесі
near Бөгенбай Батыр даңғылы
near Шоқан Уәлиханов көшесі
near Ықылас Дүкенұлы көшесі
09:00-21:00
near Республика даңғылы
near Әліби Жангелдин көшесі
near Шолпан Иманбаева көшесі
near Абай даңғылы
09:00-21:00
near Бейбітшілік көшесі
near Торайғыров көшесі
24/7
near Академик Скрябин бульвары
near Бейбітшілік көшесі
near Мәлік Ғабдуллин көшесі
27 Бейбітшілік көшесі
09:00-21:00
near Мәлік Ғабдуллин көшесі
Mo-Su 08:00-24:00
near Сәкен Сейфуллин көшесі
24/7
near Шолпан Иманбаева көшесі
near Шолпан Иманбаева көшесі
Mo-Su 08:00-21:00
near Кенесары көшесі
near Чичерин орамы
near Әлия Молдағұлова көшесі
Mo-Su,PH 08:00-23:00
near Ғұмар Қараш көшесі
near Брусиловский көшесі
near Кенесары көшесі
near Бейбітшілік көшесі
09:00- 21:00
near Рамазан көшесі
Mo-Su 08:00-23:00
near Бөгенбай Батыр даңғылы
Mo-Su,PH 09:00-22:00
near Бейбітшілік көшесі
near Амангелді Иманов көшесі
Mo-Su 09:00-13:00, 13:30-21:00
near Фестивальный орамы
Mo-Su 08:00-24:00
near Сәкен Сейфуллин көшесі
Mo-Su 09:00-21:00
near Шолпан Иманбаева көшесі
35 Кенесары көшесі Nur-Sultan
Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00, 14:00-18:00
6 Сарыарқа даңғылы Астана
near Сарыарқа даңғылы
3 Жұмабек Тәшенов көшесі Астана
4 Бараев көшесі
near Александр Бараев көшесі
Астана
Mo-Th 08:00-17:00; Fr 08:00-14:00
62 улица Космонавтов Астана
Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00,13:30-17:30
62 улица Космонавтов Астана
62 улица Космонавтов Астана
Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00, 14:00-18:00
near Тәуелсіздік даңғылы
near 70 лет Октября көшесі
near Жетіген көшесі
near Сәкен Сейфуллин көшесі
near Бейбітшілік көшесі
19 Бейбітшілік көшесі
near Қажымұқан көшесі
near Бұланты көшесі
Mo-Su 08:00-22:00
near Сауран көшесі
Астана
Астана
Астана
near Қамқалы тұйық көшесі
Астана
near Нәзір Төреқұлұлы көшесі
Астана
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
10-16 0.5 · 10-17 0.5 · 10-18 0.5 · 10-19 0.5 · 10-20 0.5 · 10-21 0.5 · 10-22 0.5 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
No geolocated event in this country at this reading.
No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.
No news located around Astana in this reading.
National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Kazakhstan. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Kazakhstan. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Kazakhstan.
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…
Dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in Kazakhstan. Rabies is also present in some terrestrial wildlife species. If rabies exposures occur while in Kazakhstan, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.
For travelers moving or traveling to TBE-endemic areas TBE vaccine is recommended for persons who will have extensive exposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary. TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.
Consider getting a typhoid vaccine if you might: Travel to areas with poor sanitation and unsafe water, including rural areas Spend a long time in Kazakhstan, such as a month or more Visit friends or relatives Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .
CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required. Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers; this includes airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission. 3 Updated April 23, 2025 See footnotes
CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
Moderate incidence: nothing special for a short stay.
High coverage.
Very low or no transmission.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 16.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French
Les soins médicaux ne sont pas toujours garantis. Avant de commencer un traitement, les hôpitaux exigent une garantie financière telle qu'une avance en argent liquide dans la monnaie locale (ou éventuellement par virement bancaire). Dans les hôpitaux des grandes villes, il est également possible de payer par carte de crédit. En particulier pour les séjours hors d'Astana et d’Almaty, il peut être utile de disposer de pansements et de seringues jetables. Si vous êtes sous traitement médicamenteux spécifique, prévoyez de prendre une quantité suffisante de médicaments avec vous. Veuillez toutefois noter que dans de nombreux pays, l'importation de médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (p. ex. méthadone) ou l'importation de substances utilisées pour traiter des troubles psychiques peut être soumise à des prescriptions spéciales. Ayez sur vous un certificat médical approprié comprenant une traduction en russe ou en kazakh. Le cas échéant, renseignez-vous à ce sujet, avant le départ auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez entre autres de plus amples informations sur ce thème ainsi que plus généralement sur la médecine de voyage. Les informations concernant la présence de maladies et les mesures éventuelles de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages
France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.
Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .
Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.
Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :
Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.
L’encéphalite à tique (TBE) est une maladie virale transmise par la morsure de tiques infestées, surtout au printemps et en été. La consommation de lait cru ou de produits laitiers contaminés est aussi un mode de transmission bien que plus rare.
Les symptômes se présentent généralement en deux phases : d’abord un syndrome grippal associant fièvre, fatigue et courbatures puis des troubles neurologiques graves tels que méningite ou encéphalite (maux de tête, paralysie et confusion).
Il n’existe pas de traitement et la prise en charge est uniquement symptomatique. La prévention repose sur la protection contre les piqures de tiques et la vaccination en cas de séjour en zone rurale ou boisée. Il est recommandé de se renseigner avant son départ auprès de son médecin traitant ou d’un centre de vaccinations internationales.
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site Santé Publique France et le site du ministère de la Santé .
La maladie ou borreliose de Lyme est une infection due à une Borrelia, bactérie transmise par piqure de tique. Toutes les tiques ne sont pas porteuses et d’autres espèces de bactéries peuvent aussi être transmises. L’habitat naturel des tiques comprend les herbes hautes des prairies, les régions boisées et humides, mais aussi les jardins. L’infection est souvent asymptomatique mais elle peut parfois provoquer une maladie invalidante comprenant une atteinte cutanée, puis articulaire et neurologique. Le traitement repose sur des antibiotiques adaptés qui sont d’autant plus efficaces qu’ils sont débutés précocement. La prévention repose sur la protection contre les piqûres de tiques et sur l’examen rigoureux de la peau du corps et du cuir chevelu après toute promenade en milieu rural et particulièrement en…
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .
Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Before you travel check that:
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Dial 103 and ask for an ambulance. The operator answering may not speak English.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
See what health risks you’ll face in Kazakhstan including biting insects and ticks.
Altitude sickness is a risk in parts of Kazakhstan. Read more about altitude sickness on TravelHealthPro .
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .
Basic medications such as aspirin are available without a prescription. It’s best to bring enough medication with you.
If you need prescription medication while in Kazakhstan, you will need a valid prescription either from a local doctor or your UK prescription translated into Kazakh or Russian. Medications often come under different brand names, so ask for the drug’s generic name. If they are not available locally, it may be possible to get drugs to be couriered through a private clinic, for example, International SOS clinic.
The medical facilities in Kazakhstan are not as advanced as in the UK. Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of medical treatment or evacuation by air ambulance and repatriation. Medical staff do not typically speak English.
FCDO has a list of medical facilities in Kazakhstan where some staff will speak English.
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .
Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.
Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).
No whole region is advised against, but France Diplomatie advises against specific areas (border zone, locality, route…): the map does not draw them, their text is quoted below.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
specific areas are advised against; check the itinerary against their text below and record the decision in writing.
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
A la suite de multiples expériences nucléaires soviétiques menées dans la région, les zones au sud de Kourtchatov et de Semipalatinsk présentent un taux de radioactivité particulièrement élevé. Il est formellement déconseillé de s’y rendre.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (15.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (10.03.2026) · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Last change: Addition of information about Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) (‘Entry requirements’ page).
Updated 17.08.2026
Exercise normal precaution in Kazakhstan .
Kazakhstan is generally a safe destination for travelers.
Review our Travel Guidance for Kazakhstan to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. Kazakhstan regularly experiences flooding. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Kazakhstan.
10-16 0.5 · 10-17 0.5 · 10-18 0.5 · 10-19 0.5 · 10-20 0.5 · 10-21 0.5 · 10-22 0.5 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.
Reading: The homicide rate is 4 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 6 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Some areas of the country are formally advised against.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Vigilance areas — France Diplomatie (in French) updated 10.03.2026official map ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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A la suite de multiples expériences nucléaires soviétiques menées dans la région, les zones au sud de Kourtchatov et de Semipalatinsk présentent un taux de radioactivité particulièrement élevé. Il est formellement déconseillé de s’y rendre.
Le reste du pays est placé en zone de vigilance renforcée.
Les zones suivantes font l’objet de restrictions à la circulation des ressortissants étrangers :
L’accès à l’ensemble de ces zones est soumis à autorisation (« propousk »), à solliciter préalablement auprès de la police de l’immigration. L’obtention de cette autorisation se fait habituellement sous un délai d’une dizaine de jours.
L’entrée sans autorisation dans une zone soumise à restriction expose les contrevenants au paiement d’une amende et à des difficultés d’ordre administratif avec les autorités locales.
La plupart des sites touristiques de la région d’Almaty sont situés au sein de cette zone frontalière de restriction, et notamment :
Les autorités kazakhstanaises ont annoncé que ces sites, ainsi que leurs routes…
Ce risque concerne pour l’essentiel le sud du pays. Rasée à deux reprises au cours du siècle dernier, la ville d’Almaty est particulièrement sujette à de forts risques sismiques. Les secousses de faible et moyenne intensité sont fréquentes dans toute la région allant de l’ouest de la Chine à l’Ouzbékistan, en passant par le Kirghizstan et le Tadjikistan.
Pour plus d’information sur la conduite à tenir en cas de séisme, consulter la rubrique « Risques naturels » de ce site. Il est recommandé de s’inscrire sur le service « Ariane », afin d’être tenu informé de la situation en cas de crise.
La délinquance dans le centre des grandes villes (Astana, Almaty, Chymkent) est faible. De nombreuses caméras de surveillance sont implantées dans les rues et la police locale est très présente (patrouilles pédestres et motorisées). Une vigilance accrue est néanmoins requise dans les lieux de distraction nocturne en raison de la présence d’individus alcoolisés.
Les accidents de la route sont fréquents et la mortalité routière élevée (2279 tués en 2024). Il convient par conséquent d’être extrêmement prudent au volant et vigilant à l’égard du comportement des autres conducteurs. Les piétons doivent également faire preuve de prudence, y compris lorsqu’ils traversent les passages cloutés.
L’accès à des régions reculées ou mal desservies doit être planifié avec soin : la circulation automobile hors des grands axes routiers peut être difficile en raison de la détérioration des chaussées et des risques climatiques. En cas d’accidents corporels et de blessures, le temps d’attente pour l’assistance médicale peut être long.
La menace terroriste, bien que peu élevée envers nos ressortissants, ne peut être écartée. Il est recommandé de suivre l’actualité au moment de son voyage et de faire preuve de vigilance pendant son séjour dans le pays.
Les manifestations et rassemblements de grande ampleur sont rares et font l’objet d’un suivi rapproché des forces de sécurité. Des accès de violence, parfois mortels, peuvent s’y produire. Il convient de respecter les consignes de sécurité des autorités et de se tenir à l’écart des rassemblements.
Séjourner au Kazakhstan ne présente pas de risque particulier pour les femmes. Il convient néanmoins de respecter les recommandations générales en matière de sécurité figurant dans la présente fiche.
La ville et le cosmodrome de Baïkonour sont pour partie des territoires spéciaux administrés par la Fédération de Russie. Leur accès est soumis à autorisation. Les activités de Parkour et d’Urbex y sont interdites. Les contrevenants s’exposent à des amendes, à être détenus, à faire l’objet de poursuites judiciaires. De plus, ce site se trouve dans un environnement naturel particulièrement difficile, parfois mortel.
De manière générale, il est recommandé de :
Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
FDFA update note — Ces conseils pour les voyages ont été contrôlés et publiés avec des changements rédactionnels. L’appréciation de la situation reste valable de manière inchangée. (published 17.04.2026)
Les voyages au Kazakhstan sont en principe considérés comme sûrs. Des manifestations sont possibles, notamment dans le sud, entre autre à Almaty, et dans l’ouest du pays, où se trouvent les champs pétrolifères. Des affrontements entre manifestants et forces de sécurité, comme ceux qui ont eu lieu en janvier 2022 et qui ont fait des blessés et des victimes, ne sont pas à exclure. Les autorités kazakhes mettent en garde sur les risques d’actes terroristes. National Security Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements Avant le départ et pendant votre voyage, informez-vous au travers des médias, par le biais de votre tour-opérateur ou d'une personne de contact locale sur la situation actuelle. Tenez-vous à l'écart des manifestations de tout genre et conformez-vous aux directives des autorités locales (p.ex. couvre-feux).
Les vols à la tire et des agressions se produisent, parfois avec l'usage de la violence. Des vols peuvent être commis par des personnes portant un uniforme de police. Il est notamment recommandé d'observer les mesures de précaution suivantes:
Le risque de tremblement de terre est particulièrement élevé à Almaty. Kazakhstan National Data Center Il existe un important risque d’incendie de forêt et pénurie d’eau à de nombreux endroits. Des fortes pluies peuvent provoquer des inondations et des glissements de terrain et endommager les infrastructures. Les eaux de fonte des montagnes peuvent provoquer des inondations dans le nord du pays, ce qui peut mener à la déclaration de l'état d'urgence. Des perturbations de la circulation sont à prévoir. National Hydrometeorological Service of Kazakhstan Le fonds desséché de la mer d’Aral est fortement contaminé par des sels et des polluants, qui sont dispersés par le vent dans les alentours. De essais nucléaires ont été effectués entre 1949 et 1989 à proximité de la ville de Semei (auparavant nommé Semipalatinsk), à l'est du pays. Le site des essais et ses environs sont toujours considérés comme contaminés. Dans les montagnes , les conditions météorologiques peuvent changer rapidement. Les activités en plein air exigent donc une bonne préparation et un équipement adéquat. Les chemins de randonnées ne sont pas balisés. Lors d' excursions à ski et de la haute montagne, faites-vous accompagner de guides ayant une expertise des lieux. Il est vital de se munir d’un instrument de navigation et d’un téléphone satellite afin d’alerter les services de secours en cas d'urgence. Dans la haute montagne du Tian Shan, les symptômes du mal des montagnes doivent être considérés. Si une catastrophe naturelle devait se produire durant votre séjour, prenez immédiatement contact avec vos proches et suivez les instructions des autorités. En cas de rupture des communications avec l’étranger, vous pouvez vous mettre en contact avec l’Ambassade de Suisse à Astana.
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 16.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 17.04.2026 · read 16.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
Terrorist attacks in Kazakhstan cannot be ruled out.
Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreign nationals. Be alert for any security related announcements by the Kazakh authorities.
Public demonstrations are only permitted when authorised by the Kazakh authorities in advance. Occasional unauthorised small-scale public protests take place. Attending unauthorised demonstrations or political gatherings may put participants at risk of arrest.
There have been violent thefts in expatriate communities in Atyrau and Aktau in western Kazakhstan and in Astana and Almaty. They happen mainly at night in and around local nightclubs and bars or when arriving home late at night. Robberies are uncommon in cities and rural areas but do happen. Take the same precautions you would in the UK to protect your belongings.
Avoid walking alone at night and pre-arrange your transport. Do not use unofficial taxis or a taxi already occupied by a passenger.
Pickpocketing is very common in crowded places such as markets and on public transport. Criminals may target foreigners as they are assumed to be carrying valuable items. Keep valuables in a safe place and out of public view.
Thieves may target luggage on trains. Always lock your railway compartment on an overnight train.
Fraudsters can steal your card details without you noticing. Use ATMs inside banks if possible, and check ATMs on the street for signs of tampering. Keep cards in sight when paying in shops and restaurants. Read more about how to avoid bank card fraud .
Drink spiking is a risk in nightclubs and bars and can lead to sexual assault. Alcohol and drugs can reduce your vigilance, making you less in control.
Avoid splitting up from your friends, do not leave drinks unattended and do not go off with people you do not know. Save the location of your accommodation on your maps app, so it’s easy to find. See TravelAware ‘Stick with your mates’ for tips and advice.
Individuals found guilty of inciting social, national, racial or religious discord may face a lengthy sentence. Insulting another person using abusive language may also result in a court ordered fine or community service. Respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions.
Carry original ID such as your driving licence or passport at all times. Police patrolling the streets may ask for your ID, and copies are not acceptable. You need to show your original ID to enter state buildings.
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. Cafés and restaurants may amend their menus and be busy around fast-breaking (‘Iftar’). Areas around mosques are also likely to be busy around prayer times. Take particular care not to offend religious sensitivities at this time.
The drinking age in Kazakhstan is 18. However, it is illegal to sell alcohol to someone aged 20 or under. You may be refused the…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Kazakhstan - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions 2026-08-17travel.state.gov ↗updated 17.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Exercise normal precaution in Kazakhstan .
Kazakhstan is generally a safe destination for travelers.
Review our Travel Guidance for Kazakhstan to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. Kazakhstan regularly experiences flooding. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Kazakhstan.
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Exercise normal security precautions
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 15, 2026 04:33 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines. Drugs, alcohol and travel
Kazakh law doesn’t criminalize sexual acts or relationships between individuals of the same sex. However, homosexuality is not widely accepted. 2SLGBTQI+ persons have been attacked, harassed, and verbally and physically abused. They could also be discriminated against based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or sex characteristics. In Kazakhstan, it is illegal to spread “propaganda of non-traditional sexual orientation”. Those found to be in violation of the law could face fines, deportation, or imprisonment. Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Kazakhstan. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Kazakhstan by an abducting parent:
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
Religious proselytizing and certain religious activities are illegal in Kazakhstan, including:
If you engage in illegal religious activities, you could face:
Kazakhstan is a secular country. However, Islamic practices and beliefs are adhered to, particularly in rural areas. To avoid offending local sensitivities:
It’s illegal to cover your face in public places. Wearing clothing that prevents facial identification in public may result in administrative penalties. Exceptions may be made for clothing worn for weather, medical reasons, professional duties, or cultural and sports activities.
Photographing may be restricted or prohibited, including in or near:
Some large shops and supermarkets also prohibit photography. Seek permission before taking photos, especially of official buildings and individuals.
Local authorities may ask you to show identification at any time.
Kazakhstan has a zero-tolerance policy for drinking and driving. A Canadian driver’s licence alone is not acceptable to drive in Kazakhstan. You must carry an international driving permit. You must carry an International Driving Permit. International Driving Permit
The currency of Kazakhstan is the Kazakh tenge (KZT). You should carry cash when travelling to rural areas as credit and debit cards may not be as widely accepted as in major cities.
There are restrictions on the import and export of foreign currency. You must declare all foreign currency in your possession equivalent to more than 10,000 USD. Foreign currency declarations apply to:
Import and export of foreign currency – State Revenue Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 15, 2026 04:33 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Individuals found guilty of inciting social, national, racial or religious discord may face a lengthy sentence. Insulting another person using abusive language may also result in a court ordered fine or community service. Respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions.
Carry original ID such as your driving licence or passport at all times. Police patrolling the streets may ask for your ID, and copies are not acceptable. You need to show your original ID to enter state buildings.
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. Cafés and restaurants may amend their menus and be busy around fast-breaking (‘Iftar’). Areas around mosques are also likely to be busy around prayer times. Take particular care not to offend religious sensitivities at this time.
The drinking age in Kazakhstan is 18. However, it is illegal to sell alcohol to someone aged 20 or under. You may be refused the sale of alcohol if you are unable to present a valid proof of age ID on request. Shops are not allowed to sell alcohol between 11pm and 8am. Alcoholic drinks which have an alcohol content level of more than 30% cannot be sold in shops between 9pm and 12 noon. Bars, restaurants and cafés are not covered by this rule. If police find you drinking alcohol in the street, or if you appear to be drunk, they can take you to a police station and issue you with a fine or detain you in a police cell overnight.
Smoking and vaping are illegal in and near to:
The fine for smoking in an unauthorised place is around £90, and more if it’s a repeat offence. It is illegal to sell, distribute, import or produce smokeless cigarettes, e-cigarettes (vapes), or e-liquid for e-cigarettes. You could get a fine or a prison sentence of up to 2 years.
Illegal drugs, including cannabis, carry severe penalties. You should expect a long jail sentence and heavy fines for possessing, using or smuggling illegal drugs, including when transiting through the airport. You could face a lengthy prison sentence:
Prison conditions are basic. Airports in Kazakhstan have excellent technology and security for detecting illegal items. This is also used to scan the baggage of transiting passengers.
It’s illegal to post images or comments on social media that show disrespect towards religion, culture or national symbols. Take particular care with images that show the Kazakh flag. Sharing or publishing images that the authorities consider to be insulting risks a fine or a prison sentence.
There are restrictions on where you can take photos or videos, especially near military sites, border areas, airports and some official buildings. Restrictions may be in force despite a lack of warning signs. Taking photographs of sensitive sites risks confiscation of your equipment. Some large shops and supermarkets do not allow photography.
You can bring a drone to Kazakhstan without a licence. However, you risk a fine, detention and the confiscation of your drone if you operate a drone without a licence. Apply for a drone licence from the Civil Aviation Committee. You should include technical characteristics of the drone and details of planned use (when, where and how long). See local regulations on drone licensing requirements (in Russian).
Only change money at banks or officially authorised currency exchanges. You will be required to present your passport for identification. Official exchange booths may not accept damaged or marked bank notes, or US dollars issued before 2013. Depending on your bank, you may be able to withdraw cash in Kazakhstani tenge (KZT) from ATMs using an international debit or credit card. Availability and fees may vary, so it is advisable to check with your bank before travelling.
Same-sex sexual activity is not illegal in Kazakhstan. However, on 30 December 2025, legislation was introduced prohibiting the ‘promotion’ or dissemination of information about non-traditional sexual orientation. Perceived breaches of this law may result in administrative penalties, including fines, detention, and deportation. Public acceptance of LGBT+ people and identities in Kazakhstan is limited, especially outside major cities. There is an increased risk of discrimination or harassment against individuals thought to be part of the LGBT+ community, or perceived to be supporting their rights. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
You are not allowed to export:
Take local expert advice before making any such purchase.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French
Entre autres, sont punissables:
Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants sont passibles de lourdes peines de prison. Les drones radiocommandés ne peuvent être importés et utilisés qu'avec un permis délivré par les autorités kazakhes. Les demandes doivent être adressées au comité de l’aviation civile du ministère de la Justice: Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan (Informations en kazakh ou en russe) Les conditions de détention sont précaires. La tuberculose est répandue entre détenus.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 17.04.2026 · read 16.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan.
Reading 11:00 (Asia/Almaty)Open-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
Reading: Medical density comparable to Switzerland: the local network handles most cases; repatriation remains a question of convalescence and cost. Health spending of 490 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
French passport — France Diplomatie
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Les demandes de visa de long séjour doivent être déposées auprès de l’Ambassade de la République du Kazakhstan en France.
La possession d’un visa pour un pays de la Communauté des États indépendants (CEI) ne vaut pas autorisation de transit à travers le territoire des autres États membres. Un visa en règle pour chaque destination est nécessaire.
Il appartient à la personne invitante ou à l’hôtel de notifier dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables l’arrivée d’un étranger à la police de l’immigration. Chaque changement d’adresse doit faire l’objet d’une notification.
Le Kazakhstan a rétabli le régime d’exemption de visa de court séjour pour les ressortissants de 54 pays, dont la France , depuis le 1er janvier 2022 . Le tourisme est autorisé depuis le 16 février 2022.
Les ressortissants étrangers de ces 54 pays peuvent séjourner au Kazakhstan sans visa jusqu’à 30 jours calendaires à chaque visite. Le nombre de visites est illimité. Toutefois, la durée totale de ces visites ne doit pas dépasser 90 jours calendaires sur une période de 180 jours.
L’entrée et la sortie du territoire comptent comme jours de séjour, quelle que soit l’heure d’arrivée ou de départ. Il est possible de solliciter une prolongation de séjour, au moins une semaine avant l’expiration du délai de trente jours, auprès de la police de l’immigration. Les dépassements de séjour sont sévèrement punis au Kazakhstan. Les contrevenants s’exposent à de lourdes amendes, voire à des peines d’emprisonnement.
Dans le cadre du régime sans visa, les citoyens étrangers peuvent visiter le Kazakhstan à des fins touristiques, privées et professionnelles en court séjour. Dans le même temps, les voyages d’affaires peuvent inclure des réunions et des négociations, la signature de contrats, ainsi que la participation à des conférences et des forums.
Dans le cadre des voyages sans visa, il est interdit aux étrangers d’exercer un travail ou d’autres activités rémunérées sur le territoire du Kazakhstan.
Pour les séjours d’une durée allant de 31 à 90 jours, un visa kazakhstanais de court séjour est nécessaire.
Le visa long séjour peut être délivré pour une durée comprise entre 91 jours et 3 ans. Les justificatifs à produire (invitation, contrat de travail, adresse du lieu de résidence) varient selon les catégories de visas. Il convient de se renseigner auprès de la représentation diplomatique kazakhstanaise la plus proche de son lieu de résidence.
Ce visa long séjour est à « entrées multiples ». Les détenteurs de ce visa doivent prêter attention aux échéances de sortie du territoire, qui varient selon les catégories.
Les extensions de visas et les changements de catégories de visas pourront être demandés depuis le Kazakhstan.
Il est recommandé aux étudiants, volontaires internationaux et Français devant séjourner au Kazakhstan plusieurs mois consécutifs de veiller à respecter les conditions d’enregistrement auprès de la police de l’immigration. Le non-respect de ces dispositions peut aboutir à une interpellation et un placement en détention suivis d’une comparution au tribunal. L’expulsion, une amende et une interdiction de territoire font partie des sanctions prévues par la législation locale.
Au Kazakhstan, les enfants peuvent voyager seuls ou accompagnés d’un adulte responsable. L’accompagnateur d’un mineur, s’il n’est pas l’un de ses parents ou un tuteur légal de l’enfant, doit être muni d’une autorisation notariée de la part des deux parents avec l’indication du nom de la personne, des dates de voyage, de l’itinéraire et du but du voyage. Dans les cas où le mineur prévoit de voyager à l’étranger pendant plus de trois mois, l’autorisation doit être certifiée par les autorités de tutelle ou de curatelle. Si l’enfant part avec un seul parent, il est nécessaire d’avoir le consentement de l’autre parent.
Les enfants de six à seize ans peuvent voyager seuls sur les vols intérieurs et internationaux. Les enfants voyageant seuls doivent être munis de leur passeport et d’une autorisation parentale ou du tuteur, pour pouvoir être acceptés à bord.
Il est interdit aux enfants de moins de quinze ans de voyager seuls en train. L’accompagnateur de l’enfant, s’il n’est pas l’un de ses parents ou le tuteur légal de l’enfant, doit être muni d’une autorisation certifiée par un notaire.
L’importation temporaire d’un véhicule à moteur immatriculé en plaques de pays tiers nécessite l’obtention préalable auprès de la douane du poste-frontière de première entrée sur le territoire de l’Union Économique Eurasiatique, dont fait partie le Kazakhstan, d’une autorisation de circulation valide 6 mois sur l’ensemble du territoire de ladite Union.
Une loi sur les espèces protégées au Kazakhstan interdit la vente et l’exportation d’animaux et de produits dérivés par toute personne non mandatée par l’État ou dans le cadre de recherches scientifiques. Il est ainsi strictement interdit d’exporter du caviar d’esturgeon originaire du Kazakhstan. Les contrevenants s’exposent à de lourdes amendes voire à une peine d’emprisonnement.
Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 17.04.2026 · read 16.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Kazakhstan’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Kazakhstan set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Kazakh Embassy in the UK .
To enter Kazakhstan, your passport must be valid for at least 30 days from the date you arrive and have at least one blank page.
If you have a visa for Kazakhstan, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after your visa’s expiry date.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .
Kazakhstan does not recognise dual nationality. If you are found to have a Kazakh passport and another passport, you will be fined and your Kazakh citizenship may be withdrawn.
You can visit Kazakhstan without a visa for up to 30 days for business or tourism. You can make as many visa-free visits as you like, but you must not stay more than 90 days without a visa in any 180-day period.
To stay longer, to work or study or for other reasons, you must meet the Kazakh government’s entry requirements. Check which type of visa or work permit you need with the Kazakh Embassy in the UK . Also see visa information from Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs .
You can apply for a visa from the Kazakhstan government’s visa website . Check the validity dates of your visa and any restrictions before you travel.
British nationals aged 17 or over who apply for a visa or residency must submit biometrics (fingerprints) as part of the application process.
If you travel to Kazakhstan without a visa, you can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) through the QazETA portal .
Since its introduction in January 2026, the ETA has been recommended by the Kazakh authorities. It is expected to become mandatory for all visa-free travellers from November 2026, subject to the approval of new regulations.
You should apply at least 72 hours before travel. Once issued, an ETA is valid for 180 days from the date of issue.
The ETA is currently free of charge. However, a fee of approximately £7 to £15 may be introduced if the proposed legislation is approved.
An ETA does not extend the length of your permitted visa-free stay and does not replace any existing visa requirements.
You do not need an ETA if you are:
Your hotel or the person hosting you must register your…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 17.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · There have been violent thefts in expatriate communities in Atyrau and Aktau in western Kazakhstan and in Astana and Almaty. Pickpocketing is very common in crowded places such as markets and on public transport.
What the texts say · Kazakhstan is located in an active seismic zone. Industrial pollution is severe in Almaty and Astana, particularly from November to March, when residents burn coal to heat homes and two coal-fired thermoelectric plants operate.
What the texts say · It is illegal to sell, distribute, import or produce smokeless cigarettes, e-cigarettes (vapes), or e-liquid for e-cigarettes. Same-sex sexual activity is not illegal in Kazakhstan. However, on 30 December 2025, legislation was introduced prohibiting the ‘promotion’ or dissemination of information about non-traditional sexual orientation.
What the texts say · Fraudsters can steal your card details without you noticing. Cybercrime occurs frequently in Kazakhstan, especially online extortion and identity theft.
What the texts say · Demonstrations take place occasionally and require approval from local authorities.
Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 13.10.2026 · read 02.10.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026 (updated 15.10.2026 · read 02.10.2026)
Reading: The homicide rate is 4 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 6 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank
Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.
FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French
Les routes sont très mal entretenues, particulièrement en hiver. La conduite dangereuse et les excès de vitesse constituent des risques supplémentaires. Les accidents graves de la circulation sont nombreux sur les axes routiers principaux, p.ex. entre Almaty et Astana. Renoncer à circuler de nuit à l'intérieur du pays. Les communications téléphoniques internationales et mobiles et les liaisons radio ainsi que l’accès à Internet ne sont pas toujours assurés. Il ne peut pas être exclu que les connexions téléphoniques et Internet soient temporairement limitées. Il arrive que les passages de frontières soient temporairement fermés sans préavis, par ex. afin d’endiguer la propagation de maladies. Informez-vous auprès des autorités locales ou directement auprès des postes-frontières. Les distances à parcourir sont un aspect à ne pas négliger lorsque vous planifiez vos déplacements. Prévoyez une provision suffisante d'eau, de nourriture et de carburant.
L’accès des personnes de nationalité étrangère à certaines régions est interdit ou soumis à autorisation préalable de la police de l’immigration. L'entrée et le transit avec sa propre voiture, moto ou bicyclette peuvent être liés à des frais et de longues formalités, en particulier dans les petits postes-frontières. Les personnes séjournant au Kazakhstan pendant plus de 30 jours à la fois doivent être enregistrées auprès du Bureau des visas et de l'enregistrement OVIR . L’inobservation de cette obligation d'enregistrement sera sanctionné par un avertissement, une amende ou une expulsion, selon le nombre de jours excédentaires. Renseignez-vous à temps auprès de l’Ambassade de la République du Kazakhstan à Berne sur les régions dont l’accès est interdit ou soumis à autorisation, sur les formalités douanières auxquelles sont soumis les véhicules, ainsi que sur les prescriptions en matière de visa et de déclaration du séjour. Ambassade de la République du Kazakhstan La police est autorisée à faire des contrôles d'identité à tout moment. Portez toujours votre passeport sur vous.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 17.04.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
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CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026
The health system — Medical density comparable to Switzerland: the local network handles most cases; repatriation remains a question of convalescence and cost. Health spending of 490 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
French passport — French embassy and consulates
62 улица Космонавтов, 010000, Астана
99 Назарбаев даңғылы, 050000, Алматы
+7 (7273) 96 98 00
http://www.ambafrance-kz.org/General-noe-k ↗
OpenStreetMap
Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates
Астана
+7 7172 97 98 92
https://www.eda.admin.ch/nur-sultan ↗updated 17.04.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Dispositions douanières du Kazakhstan: Customs Kazakhstan Représentations suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Ambassade de Suisse au Kazakhstan Helpline DFAE Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Pour obtenir des informations sur les prescriptions d'entrée (documents d'identité admis, visa, etc.), veuillez vous adresser aux ambassades et consulats étrangers compétents. Ceux-ci peuvent également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l'importation et l'exportation d'animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc. Représentations étrangères en Suisse
OpenStreetMap · DFAE
British passport — British embassy and consulates
62 улица Космонавтов, 010000, Астана
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
OpenStreetMap
American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates
3 Рақымжан Қошқарбаев даңғылы, Nur-Sultan
+7 (7172) 70-21-00
https://kz.usembassy.gov/ ↗updated 17.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
97 Жолдасбеков көшесі
+7 7272 50 76 12
https://kz.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate ↗updated 17.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
OpenStreetMap
OpenStreetMap
Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.
Ambulance: 103
Fire: 101
Police:102
Emergency and rescue service: 112
Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.
See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.
You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.
Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
Find out about call charges
For emergencies. If pronunciation fails, show the screen — or the printed page.
| Help! | Помогите!Pomogite! |
| Call an ambulance! | Вызовите скорую помощь!Vyzovite skoruyu pomoshch! |
| I need a doctor. | Мне нужен врач.Mne nuzhen vrach. |
| Where is the nearest hospital? | Где ближайшая больница?Gde blizhayshaya bolnitsa? |
| Call the police! | Вызовите полицию!Vyzovite politsiyu! |
| I am allergic to penicillin. | У меня аллергия на пенициллин.U menya allergiya na penitsillin. |
| I have international medical insurance. | У меня есть международная медицинская страховка.U menya yest mezhdunarodnaya meditsinskaya strakhovka. |
| I want to contact my embassy. | Я хочу связаться со своим посольством.Ya khochu svyazatsya so svoim posolstvom. |
| Please take me to this address. | Отвезите меня по этому адресу, пожалуйста.Otvezite menya po etomu adresu, pozhaluysta. |
| Do you speak English? | Вы говорите по-английски?Vy govorite po-angliyski? |
Translations by Maximum Insurance, original script and transliteration.
Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.
Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
Le Kazakhstan met progressivement en place, à partir du 24 août 2026, une autorisation électronique d’entrée sur son territoire. Cette mesure concerne tous les étrangers entrants et apatrides qui ne sont pas soumis à un régime de visa. Un ressortissant français voyageant au Kazakhstan pour un séjour inférieur à 30 jours devra donc obtenir une autorisation électronique d’entrée avant son voyage au plus tard 72h avant son arrivée. L’autorisation est valable 180 jours…
France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 21 August 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
October 15, 2026 04:33 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 1/4 — Exercise Normal Precautions, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 17.08 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10DFAE · updated 17.04 · read 16.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 13.10 · read 16.10State Department · updated 17.08 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 13.10 · read 16.10State Department · updated 17.08 · read 16.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 10.10
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: single number 112 · police 102 · ambulance 103 · fire 101
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 10.10
At today's level 1/4, card by card:
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
The page reads hospitals, pharmacies and doctors from OpenStreetMap, around the point you choose.
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10OMS · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 13.10 · read 16.10
3.8 physicians per 1,000 people (2023) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
2.5 homicides per 100,000 people (2022) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 10.10DFAE · updated 17.04 · read 16.10
No whole region is advised against, but France Diplomatie advises against specific areas (border zone, locality, route…): the map does not draw them, their text is quoted below.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 15.10 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 13.10 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 15.10 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 13.10 · read 16.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 16.10eda.admin.ch · updated 17.04 · read 16.10
Emergency phrases, to show if pronunciation fails:
SourcesMaximum Insurance
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
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