Expedition of Non-Citizens Removed from Kazakhstan Territory
Heads Up, Foreigners! If you're hanging out in Kazakhstan, don't forget to update your temporary residence permit by June 5 or say goodbye to this amazing country! Make sure you don't end up on the next flight out, 'cause that ain't no picnic.
As for our buddy Shashubai Bolatkhan, he's been away from home in Mongolia for two long years. He migrated to Kazakhstan to study like a boss at Eurasian National University named after N. Gumilev. You see, ol' Shashubai's been doing his thing here on a student visa, which lasts a year. His permit to stick around Kazakhstan runs out on July 10, but he ain't worrying too much, thanks to the university providing digs and setting him up for online classes and such.
Now, there's quite a crowd of foreign students at Eurasian National University who are in a similar boat. Hey, at least you're not alone, right? Some folks managed to scoot back home to Russia or Kyrgyzstan a few months ago, but the rest are still stuck. Bummer, I know. But don't fret, the borders of Tajikistan and Mongolia are still closed tight as a drum. However, their papers are up to date, since the migration laws allowed for legalization back when. The deadline for these students to show their papers again is June 30.
Now, here's the skinny on what's been happening with the pandemic. The temporary residence of foreigners has been extended twice, with the last extension happening in December of last year. Those with expired documents were given a new lease on life in Kazakhstan until June 5. As of today, air travel to 15 countries is back on track, and the borders are open for business. So, if you're in Kazakhstan illegally, you need to get your shit together and either get your documents straightened out or vacate the premises by June 5, 2021.
If you want to stay, you'd best have a solid reason, like work, study, or family matters. To make that happen, head on over to the Center for Servicing the Population and play along with their rules. You'll walk away with a permit in no time. Since the beginning of this year, the migration service has dished out almost 130,000 work permits.
Lastly, let's talk consequences. If you don't get your documents in order on time, you'll cop a fine of up to $70. If you overstay your welcome by more than ten days, you'll land in court. No one wants that, right? So play ball, and let's keep this a friendly match between us and Kazakhstan.
Oh, and for those looking to stay long term, here are a few options: you can renew your residence permit, apply for a new investment visa (Golden Visa), or go for the digital nomad visa. Each path has its own set of qualifications and requirements. Do some homework and find the one that's right for you!
- Shashubai Bolatkhan, a student from Mongolia currently residing in Kyrgyzstan due to his studies, is also planning to extend his stay in the country.
- On June 30, students from Kyrgyzstan who are currently studying in Kazakhstan need to present their updated documents to maintain their legal status.
- Foreign students in Kazakhstan, like those from Kyrgyzstan, should follow the rules set by the Center for Servicing the Population to renew or obtain a new residence permit.
- Overstaying one's welcome in Kazakhstan can result in fines of up to $70 or even appearance in court, so it's important for foreigners to update their documents and comply with the country's immigration laws.
