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Kazakhstan Provides Fines, Deportation and Employer Restrictions for Immigration Violations

Published: 13.04.2026

Non-compliance with Kazakhstan’s immigration legislation may lead to administrative custody of up to 15 days or deportation for a foreign national. Companies may face fines of up to USD 7,500 per foreign national and a ban on employing foreigners for up to one year.

For a person relocating to Kazakhstan, violating immigration requirements may result not only in a fine but also in detention or deportation, according to the source. Employers and inviting companies also face significant exposure, including restrictions on obtaining work permits and issuing visa invitations. This is especially relevant to employees moving through a local company or planning a long-term stay. It is worth paying close attention to because compliance affects both the ability to remain in Kazakhstan and the employer’s ability to support the move.