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Visa requirements for Kyrgyzstan

Who can enter Kyrgyzstan, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of September 4, 2026.

Passport holders from 78 countries can enter Kyrgyzstan without a visa in advance. All 78 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

78 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
171 visa required

Visa-free entry

78 nationalities

Visa required in advance

171 nationalities

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan, officially the Kyrgyz Republic, formerly known as Kirghizia, is a landlocked country located in Central Asia, lying in the Tian Shan and Pamir mountain ranges. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Uzbekistan to the west, Tajikistan to the south, and China to the east and southeast. Kyrgyzstan's capital and largest city is Bishkek which lies on the northern border with Kazakhstan. Ethnic Kyrgyz make up the majority of the country's over 7.4 million people, followed by significant minorities of Uzbeks and Russians.

CapitalBishkek

RegionCentral Asia

Population7.3M

Area199,951 km²

CurrencyKyrgyzstani som

LanguagesKyrgyz, Russian

Calling code+996

Tourist arrivals8.5M (2019)

Climate in Bishkek

Warmest July, coolest December, driest December.

January to December mean temp, Open-Meteo (2020)

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