Turkey and Kazakhstan are one of the most important and reliable partners on the Eurasian continent. Friendly relations between the countries are also reflected in the field of tourism. Turkey is the main tourist destination for Kazakhs. Learn more about the procedure for entering Turkey for Kazakhs, health insurance and visa processing

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Kazakhstan and Turkey are long-standing strategic partners. The governments of the two states have maintained close economic ties since 1991.

The countries are actively cooperating in the field of investment. Turkey is annually among the top ten countries that have invested the most in the economy of Kazakhstan. In turn, the Kazakhs in 2022 set a record for the number of purchased housing in Turkey. In the first half of last year, Kazakhs bought 80% more objects than in the corresponding period of 2021. In the rating of foreign buyers of Turkish real estate, Kazakhs take fourth place.

The tourism industry was no exception. Turkey is the main tourist destination for Kazakhs. About 500,000 Kazakhs come to Turkey every year for holidays. Also, more and more Kazakhs choose Turkey for medical tourism.

Learn more about medical tourism in Turkey and its popularity here.

The undoubted advantage of Turkey is its flexible migration policy. Before traveling to Turkey, you will not have to collect documents for a visa for a long time. The Republic of Turkey is also quite loyal to all foreigners, so today it is a good option for people who want to avoid political / legal persecution or mobilization due to the unstable geopolitical situation in the world.

A step-by-step guide on how to get a tourist visa in Turkey, the stages of its application, as well as additional documents and more - here.

Rules for entry into Turkey for Kazakhs

There is a mutual visa-free regime between Turkey and Kazakhstan. However, it has a number of rules and restrictions.

• Do Kazakhs need a visa to Turkey?

Citizens of Kazakhstan can travel to Turkey without a visa. However, you can stay in Turkey without a visa for up to 30 days. It should be noted that the visa-free regime is valid only for those Kazakhs who visit Turkey for the purpose of tourism. To confirm the purpose of the trip, the tourist must provide a number of documents.

• What documents are needed for a visa-free trip to Turkey from Kazakhstan?

- International passport. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after your end date of travel and have at least one blank page for stamping.

- A document that confirms the tourist's place of residence in Turkey: hotel reservation, travel agency voucher.

- Return ticket.

- Health insurance.

- Proof of funds for travel (bank statement or other document). The minimum amount is 300$.

Most often, to cross the border with Turkey, it is enough for Kazakhs to have only a foreign passport. However, there are cases when border guards may ask you to show one of the above documents. If the tourist fails to provide them, then he will be denied entry to Turkey.

• What documents do children need to travel from Kazakhstan to Turkey?

If the child has a valid passport, then he can travel on a general basis. In the absence of a document, information about the minor and his photo must be contained in the passport of one of the parents.

For children traveling with one of the parents, it is necessary to have a notarized permission to leave from the other parent. If the child is traveling not with mom or dad, but with another relative, then permission must be issued by both parents.

• How can a Kazakh stay in Turkey for more than 30 days?

If you plan to stay in Turkey for a longer period of time, for example for the purpose of study, work or medical treatment, then you need to apply for a visa in Turkey that will correspond to the purpose of your trip.

Planning to move to Turkey? Consultation of a specialized lawyer will help you understand all the intricacies of obtaining a residence permit or citizenship in the country. You can book a consultation using this link.

Citizens of Kazakhstan can obtain a temporary or permanent residence permit in Turkey, for more information about immigration to Turkey, follow the link. Also in the Republic of Turkey, a program has been developed to facilitate the acquisition of citizenship in exchange for investments. Learn more about the "golden passport" in this article.

Medical insurance in Turkey

Medical insurance is a mandatory document for a tourist trip of citizens of Kazakhstan to Turkey. In addition to the fact that the policy must be presented when crossing the border, the presence of medical insurance can protect the tourist from unnecessary expenses in an emergency.

  Medical insurance covers the costs of obtaining urgent medical care in case of injuries, accidents, poisoning, illness and other emergencies.

• What are the insurance requirements for a tourist trip to Turkey?

- The insurance policy must cover the entire period of stay in the country by the tourist.

- The validity of the policy begins at least a day before the arrival of the traveler.

- Insurance should cover basic services such as emergency care in case of injuries and unexpected illnesses, as well as exacerbations of chronic diseases.

When choosing an insurance agent, be sure to consider the company's accreditation for insurance in Turkey.

A trusted insurance agent will protect you from unexpected expenses and situations during your trip. Get reliable travel insurance here.

Flight from Kazakhstan to Turkey

The fastest way to get from Kazakhstan to Turkey is a direct flight. Average travel time is 4 hours 40 minutes.

• From which cities in Kazakhstan can you fly on a direct flight to Turkey?

Direct flights to Turkey depart from many airports in Kazakhstan: Almaty (Almaty), Nur-Sultan Nazarbayev (Astana), Sary-Arka (Karaganda), Shymkent (Shymkent), Aktau (Aktau), Aktobe (Aktobe), Atyrau (Atyrau), Khazret Sultan (Turkestan).

The largest airports in Turkey accept planes from Kazakhstan: Istanbul Airport (Istanbul), Antalya, Ankara, Dalaman.

The most popular routes are: Turkestan - Istanbul, Almaty - Antalya, Almaty - Ankara, Aktau - Izmir, Aktau - Adana.

• Which airlines fly from Kazakhstan to Turkey?

Direct flights from Kazakhstan to Turkey are operated by the following airlines: Aerolineas Argentinas (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday), Pegasus Airlines (every day), SCAT (every day).

• How much is a plane ticket to Turkey from Kazakhstan?

The minimum price of an air ticket in both directions (Kazakhstan - Turkey and back) is about $166 (Aktau-Istanbul-Aktau flight).

The most advantageous time to buy a ticket for a Kazakhstan - Turkey plane is 35 days before departure. And the most expensive thing is to buy a ticket - 3 days before departure.

If you have time and want to save money, we recommend paying attention to flights from Kazakhstan to Turkey with transfers. In most cases, indirect flights take longer, but offer significant savings.

Also, Turkey has a well-established air communication system with many countries of the world. Therefore, we advise you to consider this country as a transit point when flying to Europe, America and other destinations.

You can plan a route and choose the most profitable days for a flight to Turkey on the website for the sale of air tickets.

Prospects for the development of air communication between Turkey and Kazakhstan

In the second half of 2022, Turkey and Kazakhstan were actively working to expand air traffic between the states. The impetus was the meeting of the leaders of air traffic of the two countries with the participation of representatives of the Kazakh airlines Air Astana and SCAT, as well as representatives of the Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Tailwind Airlines, Freebird Airlines. The result of the dialogue is an increase in the number of direct flights by more than two times, from 40 to 93 flights per week in each direction.

- On November 1, the Turkish airline Pegasus Airlines launched flights between Almaty and Ankara.

- On December 5, 2022, a direct flight was launched between Astana and Ankara (the flight is operated by the Turkish low-cost carrier AnadoluJet, which is a subsidiary of the Turkish airline Turkish Airlines).

According to forecasts, in 2023 the number of flights between states will continue to grow.

Turkey is a state that opens up many prospects for the citizens of Kazakhstan. Here you can start your own business, buy real estate or invest in the rapidly developing economy of Turkey. Get legal advice and learn more about the features of doing business, the taxation system and buying property in Turkey.