Over 15 million foreign tourists visit Kazakhstan in 2024

Over 15 million foreign tourists visit Kazakhstan in 2024

In Kazakhstan’s major cities, plans are underway to launch overnight express bus routes connecting airports to city centers. The initiative aims to enhance comfort and safety for tourists. According to Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabossynov, a QR code system has been implemented at all international airports in the country. It provides information about taxi services, e-SIM cards, and tourist attractions, along with the option to book hotels online. Kazakhstan is currently witnessing a surge in international tourism. A visa-free regime applies to citizens of 87 countries, while travelers from 107 states can enter via an electronic visa. Air connectivity is also expanding - 22 new routes were launched last year, with 32 more planned for this year. Overall, more than 15 million foreign tourists  visited Kazakhstan in 2024, alongside 10 million domestic travelers.

«Conditions must be created to enhance Kazakhstan’s appeal as a tourist-friendly destination for foreign visitors. Significant work is underway in this regard. The network of international air, rail and road routes is expanding. Migration procedures for foreign citizens are being simplified, with particular attention being paid to ensuring a comfortable and safe stay for our guests,» noted Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.