Kazakhstan has lifted visa requirements for citizens of the European Union (EU), Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries and a number of other states in a bid to boost investment and tourism.
The move, which followed a similar measure by neighbouring Uzbekistan, came as Central Asia’s largest economy struggles with low oil prices and financial woes in neighbouring Russia.
From January 1, the foreign ministry in Astana offered citizens of EU and OECD countries, as well as Malaysia, Monaco, the United Arab Emirates and Singapore, visa-free entry for up to 30 days.