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in euro (EUR)
Exchange cash into local currency outside larger urban areas
Local currency / ISO Code
Tenge KZT
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 3-4 h in the West / + 5 h in the East
National language
Official language
Kazakh
Language capabilities
English
Capital
Astana
Country code for calling Switzerland
8 (wait for dialing tone) 10 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay, proof of hotel accommodation, return or onward travel ticket and sufficient funds for stays up to 1 month.
Travelers must register within 5 days upon arrival. These formalities are settled by the hotel for package travel.
Voltage
220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Astana, Microdistrict Chubary, Ul. Kosmonavtov 62
Tel:. +7 7172 97 98 92 / +7 7172 97 98 93
Opening hours
Banks
9.30 - 17.30 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
9.00 - 20.00 h (Mon - Sat)
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if accompanied by a certified russian translation. Otherwise international driver's license required.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Other information
Security
Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.
It is advisable to visit the country only as part of an organized group.
Walking the streets after nightfall is not advised.
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Special legal regulations
Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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