Things newbie expats or tourist in Kazakhstan need to know
- Time in Kazakhstan is UTC+ 6.
- The official language is Kazakh, however, 95 percent of the population speaks Russian, especially in the major cities.
- A traditional meal will include fermented mare’s milk, but nowadays beer, vodka and wine are just as likely to be drunk with a meal.
- Kazakhstan is a vibrant and welcoming country.
- Almaty and Astana have a number of relatively expensive western style bars and cafes
- Very few restaurants have English menus.
- Many restaurants and cafes have free wifi.
- Salaries tend to be relatively low, however, day-to-day living costs in Kazakhstan are high
- People drive on the right-hand side.
- People practice poor driving standards, and the roads are poorly lit and maintained with obscure signs and regulations making driving hazardous, especially in the winter.
- Drivers don't always stop or look for pedestrians.
- The voltage in Kazakhstan is 220-240 V with the electrical frequency being 50 Hz.
- It is recommended to drink bottled water, and wash produce carefully before eating it.
- Local television include a small number of English channels including BBC & CNN
- Almaty is a very traffic congested city.
- Always keep your passport with you, and don't lose the white immigration card. You especially don't want to be caught at night without a passport.
- Some passports-holders only have a few days to register with the police after arriving in Kazakhstan so check with your hotel or company.
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