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Kazakhstan

West & South Asia · KZ

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4 hours behind Korea

The ninth-largest country on earth and the largest landlocked one. Since 2024 the whole country runs on a single time zone, UTC+5, which simplifies planning.

CapitalAstana
LanguagesKazakh, Russian
CurrencyTenge (KZT)
Standard timeUTC+5 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+7
Voltage220V / 50Hz
Plug typeC, F
Driving sideRight-hand traffic
Emergency112
Domain.kz

Entry & visa

Thirty days visa-free for tourism has applied, but conditions are revised — confirm the current notice before departure.

Worth knowing

Astana drops to −30 °C in winter and ranks among the coldest capitals anywhere. Almaty is far milder, so pick the city to suit the season.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Kazakhstan and Korea?

4 hours behind Korea (UTC+5). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Kazakhstan?

Voltage 220V / 50Hz, Plug type C, F.

Q. Do I need a visa for Kazakhstan?

Thirty days visa-free for tourism has applied, but conditions are revised — confirm the current notice before departure.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.