Last updated: 01/20/2023 ***As of 12:01 a.m. EDT June 12, 2022, the CDC no longer requires all persons aged two and above to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States. Air passengers are also no longer required to show a negative …
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Security Alert – U.S. Mission Kazakhstan Friday, November 18, 2022 Location: Nationwide Event: On Sunday, November 20, 2022, a snap presidential election will take place in Kazakhstan. U.S. government personnel have been advised to expect an increased presence of security forces around the city and may experience road closures and alternate traffic patterns throughout the …
Read More» Location: Countrywide Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Monkeypox in Multiple Countries . The World Health Organization has determined the multi-country outbreak of monkeypox is a Public Health Emergency of International Concern ( click here to view the WHO’s determination). Actions to Take: Travelers should AVOID : Close contact with sick people, including those …
Read More» On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida. Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001 and had continued to urge his followers to attack …
Read More» Location: Nationwide Event: A constitutional referendum will be held throughout Kazakhstan on Sunday, June 5, 2022. U.S. citizens should anticipate an increased presence of security forces around cities in Kazakhstan and may experience road closures and alternate traffic patterns through the weekend. Police have the authority to stop individuals without reasonable suspicion or probable cause. U.S. citizens are …
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Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Almaty – Thursday, April 21, 2022 Location: Gandhi Park, Almali District, Almaty, Kazakhstan Event: A Kazakhstani government-approved demonstration is expected to take place on Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 12:00 to 14:00 at Gandhi Park in Almali district, Almaty. A heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions, as well …
Read More» Location: Almaty Event: Demonstrations on March 6, 2022 Sanctioned demonstrations in support of Ukraine are planned for 12:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 6, 2022, in the park behind the Sary Arka cinema in the 4th microdistrict of Almaty. Actions to Take: Avoid affected areas. Monitor local media for updates. Avoid demonstrations. Be aware of your surroundings …
Read More» February 18, 2022 Location: Petropavlovsk and Nationwide Update: Due to airport safety concerns, U.S. government personnel in Kazakhstan have been instructed that they must seek approval to use Petropavlovsk Airport. Additionally, U.S. citizens are reminded that U.S. government personnel are prohibited from traveling for official duties on Kazakhstani airlines without prior approval, except for Air Astana and FlyArystan, due to safety concerns. Actions …
Read More» Location: Monument to Shokan Valikhanov, Medeu District, Almaty, Kazakhstan Event: Demonstrations/strikes are expected to take place on Saturday, February 5, 2022 beginning at 12:00pm at the intersections of Valikhanov and Shevchenko streets. The Almaty Mayor’s office has authorized the request to hold this protest. A heightened security presence and localized transport and disruptions, as well …
Read More» Friday, January 28, 2022 Location: Nationwide Event: The current Travel Advisory for Kazakhstan is level 4 “Do Not Travel” due to COVID-19. The nationwide curfew, installed in Kazakhstan during the January 2022 period of civil unrest, was lifted at midnight on January 19. U.S. citizens are advised to exercise caution in the case of future protests or civil …
Read More» Location: Nationwide Event: The opposition party Democratic Choice of Kazakhstan (DVK or DCK), which has previously been banned the Kazakhstani government, is calling for nationwide demonstrations on January 19, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. for the stated goal to “demand freedom for all political prisoners and the end of torture.” A heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions, …
Read More» Location: Nationwide Event: The Travel Advisory for Kazakhstan is level 4 “Do Not Travel” due to recent civil unrest and COVID-19. U.S. citizens are reminded that a nationwide curfew remains in place in Kazakhstan, including Almaty, from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. In other cities, an extended curfew may begin as early as 7 p.m. Please check …
Read More» Location: Nationwide Event: The U.S. government raised the Travel Advisory for Kazakhstan recently to reflect level 4, “Do Not Travel” due to civil unrest, in addition to Level 4 for COVID-19. U.S. citizens are reminded that a nationwide curfew remains in place in Kazakhstan from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Almaty’s curfew is in place from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. In other cities, an …
Read More» Location: Nationwide Event: The U.S. government has authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency personnel and family members at the U.S. Consulate General in Almaty. The security situation in Kazakhstan continues to stabilize with a reported gradual reduction in violence. If travel is absolutely necessary, U.S. citizens are advised to do so only during daylight hours and exercise …
Read More» Saturday, January 8, 2022 Location: Nationwide Event: The U.S. government has authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency personnel and family members at the U.S. Consulate General in Almaty. U.S. citizens in Almaty are advised to shelter in place until safe departure is possible. Avoid standing next to balconies or windows and stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. Further, …
Read More» 01/07/2022 Security Alert – U.S. Mission Kazakhstan Friday, January 7, 2022 Location: Nationwide Event: A nationwide state of emergency and curfew is in place between the hours of 11pm and 7am and will remain in effect until January 19th. Expect security checkpoints controlling access to population centers, public transport disruptions, and limitations on movement throughout the …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Mission Kazakhstan Thursday, January 6, 2022 Location: Nationwide Event: A state of emergency has been declared throughout Kazakhstan, and a nationwide curfew is in place between the hours of 11pm and 7am. Expect security checkpoints, public transport disruptions, and limitations on travel throughout the country. Clashes in Almaty between security forces and protesters have …
Read More» Thursday, January 6, 2022 Location: Nationwide Event: A state of emergency has been declared throughout Kazakhstan, and a nationwide curfew is in place between the hours of 11pm and 7am. Expect security checkpoints, public transport disruptions, and limitations on travel throughout the country. Clashes in Almaty between security forces and protesters have turned violent and crowds have …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Mission Kazakhstan Wednesday, January 5, 2022 Location: Nationwide Event: Protests continue in multiple cities throughout Kazakhstan. Continued heightened security presence is expected as well as public transport disruptions, intermittent internet network outages, and interruptions to electronic banking transactions. According to reports, clashes in Almaty between riot police and protesters have turned violent and crowds …
Read More» Location: Nationwide Event: Protests have been reported in multiple cities throughout Kazakhstan. Additionally, a protest will reportedly take place today at noon in Almaty’s Republic Square and other cities. The Government of Kazakhstan has declared a state of emergency in Mangystau and the city of Almaty. Initial reporting indicates there will be a curfew from 11 p.m. …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: U.S. Mission Kazakhstan Saturday, December 16, 2021 Location: Nur-Sultan, Almaty, Shymkent, possibly other cities Event: The opposition party Democratic Choice of Kazakhstan (DVK or DCK), which the Kazakhstani government has banned as an extremist group, is calling for demonstrations on December 16, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. to demand the resignation of Kazakhstan’s government, …
Read More» Health Alert: U.S. Mission Kazakhstan (6 December 2021) Location: Kazakhstan, countrywide Event: On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show …
Read More» Location: Kazakhstan Event: Enroll in or update your information in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) The U.S. Embassy in Nur-Sultan is conducting an annual verification of STEP enrollments. Please log in to your STEP account to verify that your profile, phone numbers, email address, travel dates, and location in Kazakhstan are up-to-date. If you are not …
Read More» Location: Worldwide: Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to …
Read More» February 26, 2021 Location: Nationwide Nur Sultan: “Zhastar” palace (Republic Avenue) from 1:00PM to 3:00PM Almaty: Gorky Park near the central entrance. Protesters are expected to march to Arbat then Panfilov and Zhibek Zholy streets from 1:00PM to 3:00PM Event: Several political opposition groups have called for nationwide protests on Sunday, February 28. Non-sanctioned demonstrations …
Read More» Location: Nationwide Event: Kazakhstan will hold parliamentary elections on Sunday, January 10, 2021. While civil unrest and/or protests are rare, there were protests associated with the country’s last national vote, including some of the largest demonstrations Kazakhstan has seen in 20 years. U.S. citizens should anticipate an increased presence of security forces around the country and …
Read More» Location: Almaty Event: Possible demonstration at U.S. Consulate General Almaty on October 23, 2020 Demonstrations have been called for on Friday, October 23, 2020 at the U.S. Consulate General Almaty (Samal Towers, 97 Zholdasbekov Street) against the upcoming release of the film Borat 2. The consulate has advised its personnel to avoid the demonstration area and …
Read More» If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election but still have not dropped off your ballot, please know that we will continue to accept ballots until election day – November 3, 2020. It is important to note that each state has its own set of deadlines, and unique requirements related to absentee ballots. While …
Read More» If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee …
Read More» Location: Multiple cities Event: Nationwide demonstrations on Friday, September 25, 2020 Demonstrations have been called for on Friday, September 25, 2020 beginning at 7 P.M. in the following locations: In Nur-Sultan from Trading House “Zhannur” on Abay Avenue; Aulie Khan street up to Kenesary street till Republic Avenue and along the Avenue to Trade House Esil; …
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With election day fast approaching, we wish to remind U.S. citizens to take the necessary steps to vote. With some three million American voters living overseas, absentee ballots truly have an impact. Read on to familiarize yourself with how to make your voice heard this November. Please note that although the U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan …
Read More» U.S. Mission in Kazakhstan This message is distributed to you via the Message system of the U.S. Mission in Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan – Level 4: Do Not Travel Do not travel to Kazakhstan due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Kazakhstan due to …
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Location: Kazakhstan Event: COVID-19 and Travel Update U.S. citizens are urged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts from the Embassy and Consulate. Ensure you have added a trip to Kazakhstan on your profile to receive pertinent updates. We are sending this message on a weekly basis. We will continue to use this platform to …
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Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, …
Read More» The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. …
Read More» The U.S. Consulate General in Almaty invites U.S. citizens to a town hall meeting in Almaty on Thursday, March 5, from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. The program includes remarks by the Consul General, Eric Meyer, and a discussion by Consulate staff on the functions and services of the Consulate, voting in U.S. elections, and recent …
Read More» Location: Masanchi village Event: Media is reporting ethnic violence between Kazakhs and Dungans in the village of Masanchi near the Kazakh/Kyrgyz border, 140km west of Almaty by air (250km via normally traveled roads). The violence included physical altercations, shooting, and residences set on fire. As a result of the violence overnight, the Government of Kazakhstan …
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At present, there are no known cases of coronavirus in Kazakhstan. But given the global situation, U.S. Mission Kazakhstan urges all of our followers to remain vigilant about their personal health and safety. For reliable information on the virus, keep an eye on the CDC’s website https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Read More» Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, …
Read More» Political protests are expected to take place in several cities throughout Kazakhstan on the evening of Saturday July 6, 2019, beginning at approximately 19:00. Announced gathering points include the following locations: Republic Square in Nur-Sultan Akimat building in Aktobe Central Stadium in Almaty Kurmangazy Square in Atyrau Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn …
Read More» June 12, 2019 As demonstrations and other security incidents often take place with little or no warning, U.S. citizens in Kazakhstan are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance and practice good situational awareness when traveling abroad. We encourage U.S. citizens in Kazakhstan to take the following actions: Monitor local news reports in …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Mission Kazakhstan June 12, 2019 As demonstrations and other security incidents often take place with little or no warning, U.S. citizens in Kazakhstan are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance and practice good situational awareness when traveling abroad. We encourage U.S. citizens in Kazakhstan to take the following …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Astana, Kazakhstan This message is distributed to you via the Warden Message system of the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan. Town Hall Meeting at the U.S. Embassy in Astana on March 5 The U.S. Embassy in Astana would like to invite U.S. citizens in Kazakhstan to a town hall meeting on Tuesday, March …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: National Day of Mourning for President George H. W. Bush U.S. Embassy and Consulate Closure on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 As the nation mourns the loss of President George H. W. Bush, President Trump has taken official action to allow Federal employees to join their fellow citizens in remembering …
Read More» Over the past few months, the U.S. Mission in Kazakhstan has been notified of at least two security incidents where foreigners have been drugged in Almaty. Both instances occurred at or near bars, with the criminals robbing the victims. In one instance the victim died, however, the exact cause of death is still undetermined. In …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan alerts U.S. citizens regarding recent cases of meningococcal infection in Almaty. There have been a total of 15 confirmed cases of meningococcal infection in Almaty. The number is higher than usual but is not considered an outbreak. Medical practitioners do not recommend any additional measures except practicing good hygiene, which …
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Primary Elections Are in Full Swing This year the entire House of Representatives and a third of the U.S. Senate are up for election. The following states have elections in the next 90 days: May – Day Notice: May 22: Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Texas. June – 30 Day Notice: June 5: …
Read More» The U.S. Consulate General in Almaty would like to invite U.S. citizens to a town hall meeting in Almaty on Friday, April 13, at 5:00 p.m. The program includes remarks by Ambassador George Krol, updates on consular services, and information on the current security situation. If you would like to attend please RCVP by 5 …
Read More» Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase from $25 to $35. The $10 execution fee increase applies to U.S. passport applicants using the DS-11 form including: first-time applicants over age 16, children under age 16, and applicants who reapply after reporting their previous passport lost or stolen. Customers applying with the DS-11 form …
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Don’t miss your opportunity to vote in upcoming primary elections! Register now and request your absentee ballots at FVAP.gov. Primary Elections Begin This Month – Register and request your absentee ballots for all 2018 elections now at FVAP.gov This year the entire House of Representatives and a third of the U.S. Senate …
Read More» U.S. Mission, Kazakhstan Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in 2018 U.S. Elections Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as …
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