Kazakh
Kazakhstani tenge
ATMs, Money Changers
Beshbarmak
No
Kcell, Beeline, Tele2, Altel 4G
No
Check CDC
C and F
Comfort and Car rental directory
July - August
+997
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cards and virtual wallets
November to March
102
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Most tourist are able to get visa on arrival for 30 – 90 days depending on your country of origin.
None, but you can apply for a work or business visa depending on what is best for you. To be eligible for the program, applicants must have a valid passport, proof of sufficient funds, health insurance, and a clean criminal record. They must also show proof of remote or freelance work, such as a contract or letter from their employer or client.
Read more here: https://www.vmp.gov.kz/en/services/visa-service
1. Almaty
2. Nur-Sultan
3.Shymkent
4. Turkestan
5.Karaganda
Transportation
Buses are relatively cheap in Kazakhstan. A bus ride in major cities can cost around $0.40 or $0.20 if you use the Unified Transport Card. You can easily get these cards from one of the small kiosks for $1.3 and top up the card at different top-up stations across the city. To travel across the country, we recommend using the trains. Fares differ depending upon the train and the type of seat you choose. A train ride within the major cities cost between $20-$30. However, it is better to book the seats in advance as seats fill up quickly.
Accommodation
Accommodation is quite cheap in Kazakhstan. You can get a room in a budget hotel for about $20 per night which often includes free breakfast, TV, and Wi-fi access. A room in a mid-range hotel costs around $80 a night and may include free breakfast, parking, airport transfers, gym, and Wi-fi access. Those looking for high-end hotels should expect to pay around $120 a night and may include free toiletries, private balcony, pool, business center, airport transfer, and laundry facilities.
Food
Food is quite inexpensive in this country. You can enjoy food for less than $3 if you stick to the markets. Otherwise expect to pay between $5-$7 if you visit a mid range restaurant. The meals outside the major cities are much cheaper. The best option is to buy ingredients from the supermarket that costs around $5 a day. Meals include mainly vegetables, pasta, rice, and sauces. A large bottle of water costs about $0.30.
Activities
In Kazakhstan, you can anticipate a low cost of living as a digital nomad. Prices for lodging, dining, and transportation vary by region and way of life. In comparison to an apartment in the suburbs, a one-bedroom apartment in the city center costs between $300 and $400 per month. A meal for two people in a cheap restaurant costs about $3–5, while a meal for two in a midrange restaurant costs about $20–30. The average cost of groceries is between $100 and $200. Cities like Almaty and Nur-Sultan have reasonably priced public transportation, with one-way tickets costing between $0.30 and $0.40.
Kazakhstan is not an expensive country, public transport and local food are relatively cheap. But when visiting more remote areas for sightseeing, the cost can add up. Below are some tips to save money while backpacking Kazakhstan.
Almaty is a popular place for digital nomads to go because it has beautiful natural sights, reliable internet, a wide range of food, and cheap lodging and services. For those who enjoy hiking and other mountain sports like skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating, it is the ideal location because the Northern Gorge of the Tien-Shan Mountains surrounds it.
Kazakhstan’s capital city is home to the Parliament Building, the Supreme Court, and the Ak Orda Presidential Palace, among countless other institutions and offices of the state. There are many skyscrapers and other futuristic buildings there, making it a great place to work.
Nur-Sultan
TBD
Turkistan
TBD
Other
You cant be a digital nomad without wifi. So below are some spots where one can work comfortably. Don’t forget to check my nomad lunch break section for places you can still visit and/or work from during lunch. #nomadworkspace
Balancing work and exploring can be tough, here are some activities or places you can visit during a lunch hour. You will see the words hotspot, wifi, or break which indicates what you can use to work there, or if you cant and its time for a work break. #nomadlunchbreak
Kazakhstan’s telecommunications infrastructure is comparatively well-developed, with both wired and wireless networks. Today, 13.5 million people, or nearly 70% of the population, use the internet in the country, a significant increase over the previous few years.
Larger cities like Nur-Sultan, Almaty, and Shymkent as well as many smaller towns and cities have easy access to wireless internet, including wifi. Many hotels, cafes, and restaurants also offer free wifi to their patrons.
Trishaws
Car Rentals
Car rental services are available in Kazakhstan that cost between $5-$6 for a 3-hour ride whereas international car rentals costs around $40 a day.
Marshrutkas & Minibuses
Ride Sharing
Trains
Bus
Buses are a great option for trips of about 5-6 hours, generally a bit faster than trains. A bus ride in Kazakhstan costs up to $0.3 for a one-way ticket irrespective of the distance.
Airlines
If you don’t have much time to travel within the main cities by train, you can always take an airplane. The network of domestic flights connects cities all across the country and the fares are economical. A plane ride from one city to another in Kazakhstan costs as low as $100. The pricier airline is Air Astana whereas the inexpensive airline is SCAT. Qazaq Air and Bek Air are other competitors but have less destinations. .
Bicycle
Hitch Hiking
Resources
Kazakhstan is a year-round destination, depending on what you want to see and do during your trip. The period from July to August is regarded as the best time to visit the country as the weather is pleasant and a great time for hiking as well. April-June is also a decent time to visit the country. The steppes are quite stunning during this period. The busiest and most expensive time for tourism is October, after July and August when the rates for flights and hotels are the most expensive during these months. Winter is very cold, but if you love ice skating or skiing, you can head to the great ski slopes at Chimbulak from December-February.
Housing, food, and transportation are all cheap, making it a good place for digital nomads on a budget.
Almaty and Nur-Sultan, for example, have modern coworking spaces and fast internet, making it simple to work remotely.
The visa process in Kazakhstan isn’t too hard, and the country is a good place for foreign workers and business owners.
Kazakhstan is a good place for digital nomads who want to experience a unique culture because of its varied history and landscape.
People outside of big cities may not speak English very well, which makes it hard to communicate and make friends.
Some regions of Kazakhstan experience extreme temperatures, including cold winters and hot summers, which may not be comfortable for everyone.
Some parts of Kazakhstan may not provide the cosmopolitan lifestyle and diverse social scene that some digital nomads seek.
A well-known coworking space in Almaty, offers a variety of adaptable workspaces, including meeting rooms, private offices, and shared workspaces. There is also a coffee shop and an event space available.
Impact Hub AlmatyAs a part of the global Impact Hub network, Impact Hub Almaty offers coworking spaces, meeting rooms, and event venues for business owners, independent contractors, and startups. There are also many workshops and events in the area to help the local startup community.
2 Pairs of Shorts
2 long sleeve
8 pairs of underwear(Thermal)
Medicine
Light pants
Flip flops
Toiletries: Toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, floss, shampoo and body wash
Locks: Some hostels provide locks for a fee, so bring your own
Swim Trunks
Comfortable Sneakers
Quick dry towel
Laundry Bag
3 shirts
8 pairs of socks
Dedorant
Hand Sanitizer
Power Bank
Umbrella
Sun Glasses
Sun Screen
Rain jacket
Sunhat
Water bottle
Mosquito repellent
Travel adapter
Hiking pants
Hiking shoes
First-aid kit
Windproof & Fleece jackets
Sleeping mat
Padlocks
Trainer shoes
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