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Kazakhstan Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Algerian citizens can apply for a Kazakhstan e-visa online before travel; the single-entry tourist e-visa costs about USD 60-80 and is typically processed within 5 working days.

Guide last updated September 11, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay
  • Digital passport photo uploaded with the online application
  • Scanned passport bio page
  • Confirmed hotel booking or letter of invitation
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of sufficient funds may be requested
  • No biometrics required for the e-visa; hotels must register foreign guests if staying more than 5 days

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa: single entry, valid for a stay of up to 30 days, fee approximately USD 60-80
  • Business e-visa: single or double entry, requires an invitation from a Kazakh company, fee higher than the tourist category
  • Transit e-visa: for onward travel through Kazakhstan, shorter validity, lower fee

How to apply online

  • Apply through the official Kazakhstan e-visa portal (referenced via vmp.gov.kz)
  • Complete the application form with passport and travel details
  • Upload the required scanned documents and photo
  • Pay the fee online by credit/debit card
  • Receive the e-visa by email as a PDF; print it and carry it with your passport
  • Present the printed e-visa on arrival; hotels must register foreign guests within 5 calendar days of arrival

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist e-visa fee: approximately USD 60-80 depending on processing speed selected
  • Business e-visa fee: typically higher, around USD 100-150
  • No separate VFS/BLS fee - application is direct through the government portal
  • Total cost estimate: USD 60-85 for tourist e-visa including card processing
  • Standard processing time: up to 5 working days
  • Express processing is available on some categories for an additional fee, reducing turnaround to 1-3 working days

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Apply at least 1-2 weeks before travel to allow for standard processing plus any resubmission
  • Ensure your hotel registers your stay within 5 days of arrival - this is a legal requirement, not optional
  • Keep the printed e-visa and hotel registration slip together throughout your trip for police checks
  • Common delay reason: photo not meeting the specified digital format or size requirements
  • Extensions or category changes must be handled through the migration service before the e-visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.