Published: 11.08.2026
Due to sanctions, Russian-issued Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB cards are not accepted in Kazakhstan. Mir cards have limited usability, while newcomers can use cards issued by other countries or open a local bank account; since early 2025, locally issued cards for non-residents have a one-year validity period.
According to the source, moving from Russia to Kazakhstan does not provide normal access to Russian bank cards, as Russian-issued major international cards are not accepted there. Newcomers need to plan an alternative, such as a card from another country, limited use of Mir, or a Kazakh bank account. Non-residents should also account for annual card renewal when using local banking services. This is particularly relevant to Russian citizens, digital nomads and other newcomers who need reliable payments and access to funds after relocation.
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