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Kyrgyzstan visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Kyrgyzstan? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Central Asia | Continent: Asia

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78Visa-free
114eVisa
4Visa on arrival
1Visa required

Kyrgyzstan entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 78 can enter Kyrgyzstan visa-free (most commonly for up to 60 days) and 4 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 114 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure and 1 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

82 of 198 passports can travel to Kyrgyzstan without arranging anything before departure.

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Kyrgyzstan entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Kyrgyzstan
United States of AmericaVisa-free (60 days)
United KingdomVisa-free (60 days)
CanadaVisa-free (60 days)
AustraliaVisa-free (60 days)
GermanyVisa-free (60 days)
FranceVisa-free (60 days)
IndiaeVisa
ChinaeVisa
NigeriaeVisa
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa-free (60 days)
PhilippinesVisa on arrival

Kyrgyzstan visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Kyrgyzstan.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa01530
Asia252220
Europe44001
North America40190
Oceania20120
South America3180

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 78
eVisa 114
Visa on arrival 4
Visa required 1
No admission 1

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Kyrgyzstan?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 78 can enter visa-free, 4 can get a visa on arrival, 114 need an eVisa and 1 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Kyrgyzstan without a visa?

78 passports have visa-free access to Kyrgyzstan, including Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Mexico and others. The most common visa-free stay is 60 days.

Does Kyrgyzstan offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 4 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Kyrgyzstan. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Kyrgyzstan eVisa online?

114 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Kyrgyzstan. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do Asian passport holders need a visa for Kyrgyzstan?

Of 50 passports from Asia, 27 can enter Kyrgyzstan visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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