Kazakhstan – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions Advisory Issued August 18, 2026

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.

Kazakhstan is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Review our Travel Guidance for Kazakhstan to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Kazakhstan regularly experiences flooding. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Kazakhstan.

If you decide to travel to Kazakhstan:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
• Review the Country Security Report for Kazakhstan.
• Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Kazakhstan.
• Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
• We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.

Source: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/kazakhstan-travel-advisory.html
Originally Published: August 18, 2026