Requirements
Stable foreign-source income above US$3,000/month with six months of bank statements (Neo Nomad Visa B12-1, launched 2024); consular fee varies (London £170)
Tax & notes
No special regime; residence after 183 days brings ordinary Kazakh income tax
Key requirement: Remote work for an employer or clients outside Kazakhstan; US$3,000/month; health insurance; clean record
Dataset record checked September 6, 2026. Confirm current rules with the relevant government authority.
Who this fits
Estimates from Kazakhstan's own visa and cost-of-living figures — not a citizenship-specific eligibility check. Confirm current rules before applying. Compare Kazakhstan against another destination →
At different income levels
| Earning & spending | Visa income test | Left after typical costs |
|---|---|---|
| $2,000/mo | Tight | —/mo |
| $3,000/mo | Fits | —/mo |
| $4,000/mo | Fits | —/mo |
Meeting-hours overlap
| Their 9–5 | Local time here |
|---|---|
| US East Coast | Timezone not available |
| US West Coast | Timezone not available |
| UK / Western Europe | Timezone not available |
Tax treatment reflects the regime available to nomad-visa holders. Data: WhereNext (getwherenext.com), CC BY 4.0, compiled from government, institutional, and labeled secondary sources. USD values and cost estimates are modeled and indicative. Confirm current native requirements with the relevant authority before making decisions.
The Neo Nomad Visa (B12-1) is Kazakhstan's route for remote workers who want to live there while working for clients or an employer abroad. The dataset models the income threshold at approximately $36,000 per year. The visa is granted for up to 12 months. Below are the published financial, duration, cost, processing, and tax details. These figures do not determine eligibility; confirm the current rules with the relevant government authority before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What financial proof do I need for the Kazakhstan digital nomad visa?+
The dataset's approximate USD conversion is $36,000 per year. Household rules and exchange rates can change, so verify the native-currency requirement with the relevant authority.
How long can I stay in Kazakhstan on this visa?+
The visa is issued for up to 12 months, and many programs are renewable — see the renewable field above.
How much does the Kazakhstan nomad visa cost to apply?+
The application cost is roughly $230 at current exchange rates, excluding any local fees, health insurance, or document costs.