Visa for a stay of more than 90 days to carry out studies, training, internships or volunteering. It is also issued for stays " au pair ” and for conversation aids.
Study stays of up to 90 days do not require a study visa. Depending on the nationality, a short-stay visa may be required (see “ Schengen Visas ”).
The following family members can obtain a visa to accompany the student:
- The spouse or common-law partner.
- Minor or disabled children.
The student family visa does not authorize work.
Activities that allow you to obtain a study visa
- Full-time studies in an authorized teaching center that lead to the obtaining of a degree or certificate of studies.
- PhD studies.
- Training activities.
- Mobility programs for students in secondary education and/or baccalaureate in an officially recognized educational or scientific center.
- Non-labor internships in public or private organizations or entities that cannot be included in internship visas (see “Internship visas”).
- Volunteer services within the framework of programs that pursue objectives of general interest.
- Programs “ au pair ”.
- Conversation assistants.
Visa Fees in Kazakhstani Tenge applicable for various visa types are listed in the table below:
| Visa Category |
Visa Fee |
| National Visa (Residence) |
KZT 39766 |
| Service Fees in KZT |
KZT 8401 |
Please note:
- The Fees are non-refundable
- The applicable Visa Fee in KZT is as per the current Exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice
- Only cash is accepted.
NATIONAL VISA FOR THE PURPOSE OF STUDYING, PARTICIPATION IN STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMS, INTERNSHIPS WITHOUT THE RIGHT TO WORK OR VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
"Checklist"
Please, submit your Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:
- The photograph MUST be in colour and have only a white background.
- The photograph must have been taken within the last six months.
- The photograph must be submitted glued to the application form.
- The photo submitted must measure: 3.5 cms x 4.5 cms with the head centred in the frame. The head (measured from the top of the hair to the bottom of the chin) should measure about 3 cms.
- The photograph must be a full-face front view in which the visa applicant is facing the camera directly.
- In general, the applicant's head, including both face and hair, should be shown from the crown of the head to the tip of the chin on top and bottom and from hairline side-to-side. It is preferable that ears be exposed.
Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.
