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Russians now getting visas in Astana: Kazakh citizens assured nothing will change Tengrinews.kz – Kazakhstan has become a “visa hub” for Russians seeking U.S. visas, with Astana now one of only two cities where Russian citizens

11 September 2025

US tightens rules for issuing tourist visas Tengrinews.kz – The U.S. authorities have tightened the rules for issuing non-immigrant visas, including B1/B2 tourist visas, to foreigners,

09 September 2025

Tokayev: Kazakhstan’s tourism must become a national brand Tengrinews.kz – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called for systemic improvements in Kazakhstan’s tourism sector, stressing that development

08 September 2025

Kazakh woman spends two days in Turkish “tourist jail” over passport rule Tengrinews.kz – A Kazakh woman spent nearly two days in a deportation facility at Antalya Airport after making a common mistake: her passport

05 September 2025

“I thought I was in trouble“: Polish tourist thanks Kazakhstan for help Tengrinews.kz – A Polish traveler heading to China through Kazakhstan faced an unexpected obstacle at the border but left with warm impressions

29 August 2025

“I won’t say where this is.” Traveler finds hidden paradise in Almaty region Tengrinews.kz - A Kazakh traveler has discovered a picturesque, almost “secret” spot in Almaty region — but decided not to reveal its exact

25 August 2025

National park explains renewed transport ban at Big Almaty Lake Tengrinews.kz – Access to Big Almaty Lake has once again been restricted for vehicles, including bicycles. The Ile-Alatau National Park explained

21 August 2025

Lost tourist rescued in Almaty mountains Tengrinews.kz – Rescuers carried out a night operation to bring down an 18-year-old tourist from the mountains near Almaty after he called the

21 August 2025

J.Lo effect: how much Astana earned from the superstar’s concert Tengrinews.kz – While Jennifer Lopez’s concert in Yerevan sparked controversy over reports that Armenia’s government spent more than $6 million

08 August 2025

“It’s not enough” - Tokayev on Kazakhstan’s international flight network Tengrinews.kz - Kazakhstan needs to significantly expand its air connections with other countries, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said during

01 August 2025

“Alakol in the dark“: recurring power outages frustrate visitors at popular resort Tengrinews.kz - Tourists and locals at the Alakol resort have raised concerns over frequent and unannounced power outages disrupting daily life

22 July 2025

Another injured foreign tourist rescued near Big Almaty Lake Tengrinews.kz – Kazakh emergency rescuers have evacuated a Chinese tourist who was injured while hiking near Big Almaty Lake, the Ministry of

21 July 2025

Lost tourists rescued in mountains near Almaty Tengrinews.kz - Four hikers who went missing near the Upper Butakovsky waterfall in the Almaty mountains were rescued on the evening of July

11 July 2025

Body of missing teen found near Almaty mountains with help of drone Tengrinews.kz - New details have emerged about the discovery of the body of the 18-year-old who went missing in the Almaty mountains. According

11 July 2025

Tokayev calls for order at resorts, accountability for officials Tengrinews.kz - President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called for urgent measures to restore order at the country’s resorts and hold

10 July 2025

Launch of 'Arab Schengen': What Kazakhstan tourists need to know Tengrinews.kz – The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has confirmed the upcoming launch of a unified tourist visa that will allow seamless travel

06 July 2025

President urges law enforcement to prepare for change Tengrinews.kz - President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called on law enforcement agencies to prepare for significant changes, speaking on June

23 June 2025

Woman unable to descend Mount Kokshetau due to disorientation Tengrinews.kz - Rescuers helped a tourist descend from Mount Kokshetau after she sustained injuries, according to the Ministry of Emergency

22 June 2025

Tourist films predator in Katon-Karagai National Park Tengrinews.kz - A lynx was caught on camera along the “Irek” tourist route in Katon-Karagai National Park in the East Kazakhstan region.

21 June 2025

“Journey to Alakol”: How to get there by train Tengrinews.kz - Traveling to the scenic Alakol resort by train is a great option for those who prefer a leisurely journey. Tengrinews.kz explains

18 June 2025