Country Profile

Kazakhstan is situated in the central asia and eastern europe. With nearly 2,727,300 sq km territory, the kazakhstan has been considered as the 9th largest nation in throughout the world and has been known as the largest landlocked country in the world. It encompasses of very diversified types of terrains- steppes, flatlands, taigas, rock-canyons, hills, deltas, mountains, snow-capped mountains and deserts. With the density of population which is less than of 6 people per sq. kilometer, the population of kazakhstan is ranked as the 62nd largest in throughout the world. With the deport of the ethnic groups in the kazakhstan during the regime of stalin's rule, the country is characterized of encompassing the varied ethnic and culture attributes. After russians, kazakhs are known as the largest group. It works under the political framework of the presidential republic. The head of state is president, which is also the commander in chief of the armed forces. In the cabinet there are total 16 ministers and 3 deputy prime ministers.

Snapshot

Economic Overview

• Kazakhstan economy is considered to be central asia's largest economy.
• The country is endowed with natural resources like minerals, metals and has huge fossil fuels reserve.
• Oil and gas constitutes the major industrial sector in kazakhstan's economy.
• It has been recognized as the third biggest nation in the world for its high volume of uranium production.
• Kazakhstan's market has been recognized as the largest silver, zinc and nickel markets of the west asia.
• The nation has been known as one of the largest wheat exporter.

International Trade

Major Export Items
Oil and oil Products, Ferrous Metals, Chemicals, Machinery, Grain, Wool, Meat, Coal

Main Destinations of Exports
China, Germany, Russia, Italy, France

Major Import Items
Machinery and Equipment, Metal Products, Foodstuffs

Main Origins of Imports
Russia, China, Germany

Contacts of Trade Ministries/ Associations

Business Visa Rules

• If the applicant is applying for the multiple visa then it is required to submit the letter of invitation obtained from the business associate or company situated in kazakhstan. It should be submitted to the Department of Consular Services of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
• Letter from the applicant's company stating down full detail about the applicant's job position along with the guarantee of incurring all financial expenses which will be arise during the stay in kazakhstan.
• Passport with the validity of more than 6 months along with the completed & signed visa application form. Copy of the first 2 pages of the passport is also required to be given.
• Passport size photographs.

Business Hours

Offices:   Monday to Friday from 09:00 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 18:00

Public Holidays