Starting from February 13, Kazakhstan introduced new requirements for obtaining a permanent residence permit (RPP) and a residence permit (residence permit). Foreigners must pass the A1-level Kazakh language distance examination, consisting of listening and reading, with at least 30% correct answers in each block.
After that, the applicant will have to fill out a questionnaire on the portal. migration.enbek.kz The system will assess age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and health. To pass, you need to score at least 400 points. Then an interdepartmental check and an interview are conducted.
The applicant, among other things, requires a document confirming the consent of the state of citizenship to leave ("departure sheet"), which still raises questions from experts.
The process takes up to 29 days.
The new rules do not apply to the renewal of already issued residence permits, as well as participants in the Digital Nomad Residence program, minors, investors and specialists in sought-after professions.
Source: Business Media
