- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Visa Services
Kazakhstan Visa Services in Houston
Need a Kazakhstan visa? Sam's Passport in Houston prepares the consulate file. Clients nationwide ship the passport overnight. Call (713) 784-5501.

Outline
NOTE: US passport holders do not need a visa to travel to Kazakhstan for tourist or business for up to 30 calendar days starting from July 15, 2015 until further notice.
NOTE: Tourist visas are issued only for a single Entry and for one month and cannot be extended in Kazakhstan.
Sam’s Passport Inc. is a Licensed and Registered Company with The Embassy of Kazakhstan.
We will FedEx or deliver your passport back to your address as soon as the consulate releases your passport to us.
There are different types of visas for Kazakhstan and each has its own requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Tourist visa
Gather every required document below for this tourist visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Visa application form
Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Kazakhstan Visa application form
Applications will not be accepted if they are not typed. Please do not leave any blanks, applications that are not fully completed will be rejected by the consulate at the applicants expense.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
Letter of request
A letter with a request to issue a visa addressed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of Kazakhstan. Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in Kazakhstan, the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Sam's request form
Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.
Business visa
Gather every required document below for this business visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Visa application form
Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Kazakhstan Visa application form
Applications will not be accepted if they are not typed. Please do not leave any blanks, applications that are not fully completed will be rejected by the consulate at the applicants expense.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
A Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Kazakhstan / Houston TX”.
Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in Kazakhstan, the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited.
Please look at the following Sample of the
Letter of invite
Official invitation from authorized organization in the Kazakhstan. The organization must be duly registered in Kazakhstan.
The invitation must state your name, dates of the visit, and cities to be visited. Organization in Kazakhstan must also have confirmation sent by the Foreign Ministry of Kazakhstan to their Embassy in Washington on your behalf.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health record
HIV test certificate for those applying for a visa for a duration of stay over 3 months.
Sam's request form
Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.
Ship your documents
Houston office
1811 Bering Drive
Suite #100,
Houston, TX, 77057
Tel: (713) 784-5501
What to include in your package
“Consulate of Kazakhstan / Houston TX”.
Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in Kazakhstan, the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited.
Please look at the following Sample of the Business letter of guarantee
Walk-in drop-off is available at Suite 100. Clients nationwide can ship to the Houston office. We return the passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as the consulate releases it.
Common questions about Kazakhstan visas
Can Sam's Passport file a Kazakhstan visa?
Yes, when the mission allows third-party filing. Sam's Passport in Houston reviews the Kazakhstan visa file and submits a complete packet. Call (713) 784-5501 with your travel date.
Can I use this service if I do not live in Houston?
Yes. Complete any required local steps, then ship the passport and documents overnight to Sam's Passport in Houston from anywhere in the U.S.
How long does a Kazakhstan visa take?
Timing depends on the visa type and the consulate. Call (713) 784-5501 with your departure date and we will match the process to it.