Canadian Embassy in Almaty, Kazakhstan

Canada Embassy in Kazakhstan is an office of communication between Canada Government and Kazakhstan Government. It operates as the official representative of Canada in Kazakhstan. The following is major information about Canada Embassy for Kazakhstan citizens and the way through which you can apply your visa to Canada.

Introduction about Canadian Embassy in Almaty, Kazakhstan

• Address: Kabanbay, Batyr Street 13/1
  010000
  Astana
  Kazakhstan
• Phone: +7-7172-475577
  Fax: +7 7172 475 587
  e-mail: [email protected]

• Ambassador Mr S. Millar

• Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 17:30

• Consular Section-Service Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 09:00 - 13:00
  After-hours emergency contact information
  calling collect 613-996-8885

Services Provided by Canada Embassies in Kazakhstan

Key Services for Canadian Citizens Abroad

For Canadians living, working or travelling in Kazakhstan (and the embassy’s wider region), the embassy offers:

• Passport services include renewing Canadian passports, getting new ones, and replacing lost or stolen ones.
• Births and deaths in other countries: registering the birth of a child born in another country, reporting the death of a Canadian citizen in another country.
• Citizenship services include applying for proof of Canadian citizenship, giving up citizenship, and looking through citizenship records.
• Notarial and document services include certifying copies of documents, witnessing signatures, and making sure foreign documents are valid for use in Canada.
• Emergency and consular help for Canadians in trouble, like being arrested, having an accident, getting sick, being in a crisis, or needing to leave the country.

Services for Foreign Nationals and Others

In some cases, major visa services may be handled in other places, like Moscow or Warsaw. However, the embassy can help with things like:

• Visa and immigration help: The embassy has information on how to apply for a visa to Canada, study/work/visit visas, and how to get in touch with visa application centers.
• Cases of adoption and surrogacy: The embassy can help Canadians who want to adopt a child from another country (like Kazakhstan) or deal with surrogacy issues by explaining both Canadian and local laws.
• Services for getting married abroad: Help for Canadians who want to get married in another country, including the paperwork they need to do so.

How to apply for a Canada visa from Kazakhstan?

If you know what you need to do and follow the steps carefully, getting a Canada visa from Kazakhstan is not hard. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) handles the application process online for people who want to visit, study, work, or move to Canada. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to get a visa to Canada from Kazakhstan.

1. Determine the Type of Visa You Need

Before applying, identify which type of visa best suits your purpose of travel. The most common options include:

• Visitor visa (temporary resident visa) – for tourism, business, or family visits.
• Study permit – for those intending to study at a Canadian institution.
• Work permit – for applicants who have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer.
• Permanent residence visas – for skilled workers, family sponsorship, or express entry applicants.
• Each visa type has different eligibility requirements, documents, and fees.

2. Create an IRCC Account

To get a visa from the Government of Canada, go to their official website (www.canada.ca) and sign up for an account on the IRCC portal. You can sign up with either a GCKey or a Sign-In Partner. You will fill out the eligibility questionnaire after you log in. This will tell you which visa options you can apply for.

3. Complete the Application Form

Fill in all sections of the visa application form accurately. Be prepared to upload the following documents:

• A valid passport (with at least six months of remaining validity).
• Recent passport-size photos meeting Canadian visa specifications.
• Proof of financial support (bank statements, employment letters, or sponsor documents).
• Travel history and previous visa records (if applicable).
• Invitation letter (for family or business visits).
• Acceptance letter from a Canadian institution (for study permits).
• Job offer or work contract (for work permits).

4. Pay the Visa Fees and Submit

Once you've uploaded all the necessary documents, use a debit or credit card to pay the visa processing fee. Most visitor visa applications cost about CAD 100, and if you need biometric fees, they cost an extra CAD 85.

5. Provide Biometrics and Attend Appointments

You will get a Biometric Instruction Letter after you send in your application. You need to make an appointment at the Visa Application Center (VAC) in Almaty or Nur-Sultan (Astana) to give them your fingerprints and a picture of yourself.

6. Wait for Processing and Decision

You can check on the status of your application online through your IRCC account. Processing times for visas vary by type and individual situation, but they usually take between 2 and 8 weeks. Once your application is approved, you will get instructions on how to send in your passport for visa stamping.

7. Travel to Canada

After you get your visa, check your travel papers and health insurance. When you get to Canada, show the border officer your passport, visa, and any other documents that support your case.

By carefully following these steps, people from Kazakhstan can successfully apply for a visa to Canada and get ready for an exciting trip to one of the friendliest countries in the world.

Useful information:

• How to get Canada visa from Kazakhstan
• Check Canada visa requirement for Kazakhstani citizens

If you have any further questions or comments, please feel free to contact us. Thank you!