B20 — General exit visa for overstay

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–7 days

Estimated Cost

MCI MCI 1

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

15 days

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

General exit visa for individuals with valid proof for overstay (e.g., force majeure, flight cancellation).

The B20 visa is a general exit permit for foreign nationals who have overstayed their legal period in Kazakhstan due to unforeseen circumstances such as force majeure or flight cancellations. It allows the holder to regularize their departure without facing the standard penalties associated with unauthorized overstays.

Applicants must provide valid documentation to support their claim of force majeure.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

15 days

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport

Application/Petition for the exit visa

Evidence of force majeure or transportation issues (e.g., flight cancellation)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Proof of flight cancellation or force majeure

Application/Petition

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Protects against penalties for overstaying due to uncontrollable circumstances

Worth Knowing

Requires concrete proof of the event causing the overstay
Strictly for departure
Insufficient evidence of force majeure

Application Process

Submit evidence of force majeure to Migration Police

Apply for exit visa

Pay fees

Depart country

Application Forms

Visa and Migration Portal

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