Kazakhstan Visa Guide

Visa Issuance Time*:

Work Permit: 2 weeks Work Visa: 2 weeks *Initiated after all documents are correctly submitted by the employee. The timeline is dependent on immigration authorities and is based on our case experiences.

Visa Feasibility Check

• Multiplier will conduct a feasibility check to evaluate if the employee is eligible to apply for a visa in Kazakhstan
• In order to conduct the check, a basic set of documents are requested from the employee:

1. 1. Passport (front and back)
   2. Current location of employee
   3. Job Title/Designation/Salary
   4. Existing Kazakhstan visa
   5. Education degree

• Once the desired information is shared, our team will confirm the visa feasibility for the respective employee within 2 working days

Overall Visa Process

Job Offer: Secure a job offer from a Kazakh employer who will sponsor the work permit. Gather Required Documents: Prepare the necessary documentation, which usually includes:

• A valid passport
• Employment contract
• Educational and professional qualifications
• Resume/CV

Employer Registration: The employer must register with the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan and obtain approval to hire a foreign employee. Work Permit Application: The employer submits the work permit application to the relevant authorities, along with the required documents. Processing Time: The processing time can vary, but it generally takes 10 to 20 business days. Issuance of Work Permit: Once approved, the work permit will be issued, allowing the foreign national to work legally in Kazakhstan. Visa Application: After receiving the work permit, the individual can apply for a visa at a Kazakh consulate or embassy in their home country. Arrival in Kazakhstan: Upon arrival, the individual may need to register with local authorities within a certain timeframe.

Stages and Timelines

Visa Stages	Steps and Timeline
Visa Eligibility Check	Employee submits the full set of requested documents which are then verified for visa eligibility A kickoff call with a Multiplier Visa Specialist is scheduled 2-3 days once the required documents are duly shared with correct details
Invoicing	A visa and deposit invoice is sent to the client post consultation with the CSM
Work Permit	The draft contract is shared for client’s approval Once above is approved and the visa invoice paid, it is sent to the employee for signature Application for the employee’s Work Permit is submitted once all documents are provided to us Approved Work permit copy is shared with employee Employee should go to the local office to collect the work permit
Work Visa	Once the Work Permit is issued, Employee will have to submit his passport to the authorities for work visa stamping Work visa stamping takes 1-2 weeks Once the work visa is issued the member can start working
Onboarding & Verification	Employee is required to submit personal bank information  on Multiplier platform If all is in order and deposit has been paid, the employee is activated for payroll Activation cutoff for same month payroll is the 15th 1-2 days after submitting details on Multiplier platform

Detailed Process Overview

1. Visa Initiation: Initiate a visa request during onboarding. The process will commence after basic details are confirmed.
2. Document Submission: The employee will receive an email from us. They must sign up and upload eligibility documents.
3. Kick off Meeting: A Visa Specialist will guide the employee through the visa process, timelines, information required and align on expected relocation date.
4. Contract Creation: The Contract is created by the Visa team with expected start date and is shared with the company for review.
5. Employee Signature: Once the contract is reviewed and the visa fee invoice is paid, the contract will further be shared with the employee for signature.
6. Visa & Work Permit: Once the employee signs the contract, Multiplier files the visa & work permit application.
7. Onboarding Details: Once the visa is issued, the employee will be requested to upload additional details such as bank details, and work permit details to continue the onboarding process.
8. Employee Activation: Next, the details are verified and onboarding will be complete and the employee will be activated on Multiplier.

Visa Process for the Employee

1. Documents collection & review: Eligibility documents are collected from the employee.
2. Kick off Meeting: Kick off meeting between is held with the employee.
3. Contract: Contract is shared with the employee once the contract is approved by the company and the visa fee is paid.
4. Work Permit Application: The employer submits the work permit application to the relevant authorities, along with the required documents.
5. Work Permit: Once approved, the work permit will be issued, allowing the foreign national to work legally in Kazakhstan.
6. Visa Application: After receiving the work permit, the individual can apply for a visa at a Kazakh consulate or embassy in their home country.
7. Arrival in Kazakhstan: Upon arrival, the individual may need to register with local authorities within a certain timeframe.

Important Considerations:

• Processing time will vary depending on the designation of the Employee
• Approval Criteria
  • Managerial Roles:
    • Approval may depend on the applicant’s experience and the employer’s ability to provide evidence of the necessity for the foreign hire.
  • Non-Managerial Roles:
    • Approval focuses more on meeting basic eligibility criteria and fulfilling local labor market needs
• Processing Time
  • Managerial Roles: May experience longer processing times due to additional scrutiny and requirements.
• Non-Managerial Roles: Typically faster processing times, assuming standard requirements are met.

Visa Application Process Updates

Both you and the employee will receive regular notifications from our visa team regarding the progress and latest updates in the visa application process.

Kick – Off Meeting

The objective of this meeting is to offer clarity on the various milestones encompassing the entire visa process, along with associated timelines and the documents/information required. It’s important to note that milestones and timelines might differ between countries due to variations in embassy requirements and provided guidelines.

Bi-Weekly Email Updates

The objective is to provide clarity and transparency regarding the status of visa processing. An email will be sent on a bi-weekly basis to the employee and employer containing the current status and outlining the next steps.

Monthly Updates

Meeting will be scheduled by the Visa Specialist to inform the employee of the current status and upcoming steps.