B22 — Exit Visa (Criminal Accusation)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

15 days

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Issued to foreign nationals or stateless persons who are accused of a criminal offense and must remain in the country for legal reasons or are being processed for departure.

The B22 visa is an administrative exit document for foreign nationals accused of a criminal offense in Kazakhstan. It serves to regularize the individual's status while they are required to remain in the country for legal proceedings. This visa does not grant any rights beyond the legal necessity of remaining in the territory for the duration of the case.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

15 days

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport

Documentation confirming status as an accused party in a criminal case

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Written request/petition from the relevant investigative body or court

Application form submitted via the Visa and Migration Portal or in person

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Provides a lawful mechanism to remain in the country while facing criminal charges
Facilitates the eventual departure of the individual once legal requirements are satisfied

Worth Knowing

Not a standard travel visa
Highly dependent on the timeline of the court or investigative body
No right to work
Lack of official documentation from the court or investigative body

Application Process

Obtain the necessary written request/documentation from the court or investigative body.

Register/Log in to the Visa and Migration Portal (vmp.gov.kz).

Submit the application electronically or visit the local territorial division of the Migration Service.

Await processing by the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Application Forms

Visa and Migration Portal

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