Published: 15.01.2026
Foreign nationals who obtain a residence permit in Kazakhstan must replace their national driving licence with a Kazakh one within two months. International licences may not be used after the residence permit is issued.
According to the source, obtaining a residence permit creates a separate driving-related obligation: the holder has two months to exchange a national licence for a Kazakh one. People relocating with plans to drive should include this procedure among their post-arrival tasks. The rule is most relevant to residents and workers planning a longer stay and regular travel by car. It deserves attention because international licences cannot be used after the residence permit is issued.
- 🤔 t-j.ru