Published: 22.06.2026
Applicants for permanent residence in Kazakhstan must pass a Kazakh-language test at no lower than A1, followed by a points assessment and an interview. The procedure applies to applicants from both visa-free and visa-required countries and includes checks by state authorities.
According to the source, the permanent-residence process now consists of language testing, an application, a points assessment and an interview; applicants cannot proceed without an A1-level certificate. This adds preparation requirements and can affect processing timelines, especially for applicants from visa-free countries who can begin the process without an entry visa. The procedure also covers certain grounds such as investor visas, making the change relevant to investors and other long-term movers. Anyone planning permanent residence should treat language preparation and the interview as required steps in the application route.
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