A2 — Diplomatic Visa

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

5 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

3 to 6 months

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Issued to diplomatic agents, honorary consuls, and equivalent representatives of foreign diplomatic missions accredited in Kazakhstan traveling for official work.

The A2 visa is designed for diplomatic personnel and honorary consuls conducting official business in Kazakhstan. It is a fee-exempt category that requires formal diplomatic correspondence via a Verbal Note. Holders are expected to maintain their diplomatic status throughout the duration of their stay.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	3 months
Extendable up to	6 months

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport (at least 3 months beyond visa validity, 2 blank pages)

Visa application form

One photo (3.5x4.5cm or 5x5cm)

Verbal Note from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the applicant's country

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Visa application form

One photo

Verbal Note

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Fee exempt
Priority processing

Worth Knowing

Strictly for official diplomatic business
Lack of diplomatic accreditation
Incomplete Verbal Note

Application Process

Obtain Verbal Note

Complete application form

Submit to Embassy/Consulate

Application Forms

Visa Application Form

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