How does the process work for students from Kazakhstan?
The application process differs by the student's home country in terms of documents, payments, visa appointments and timelines. Below we summarise the most common topics; current rules must be verified against official sources.
Points to watch when applying from Kazakhstan
- Plan apostille and translation lead times for your diploma and transcript early.
- Visa/consulate services for some countries may be limited in Astana or Almaty; verify on the official page.
- State scholarship programmes (for example Bolashak) have their own conditions and calendar; verify only from official sources.
- Contact our team for Russian, Kazakh and English support.
When choosing a consultancy
In Kazakhstan there have been proposals for state accreditation or a public register of agencies; this is not law yet. We do not claim to be accredited or registered; we publish our transparent-contract and clear-fee principles on the Fees and transparency page.
Documents: apostille, translation and recognition
Depending on the target country and university, your diploma and transcript may need an apostille, a sworn translation or a recognition/equivalence assessment. The apostille applies between countries party to the Hague Convention; verify the issuing body and timing with the official institution in your own country.
- Apostille of diploma and transcript (where required)
- Sworn or notarised translation
- Recognition/evaluation body of the target country (for example uni-assist/anabin in Germany, CIMEA in Italy)
- Birth or family documents (for family reunification)
Language tests and centres
Test centre locations and appointment availability for IELTS and TOEFL vary by country. Plan early so the result arrives in time for application and visa dates.
Scholarship routes
Government scholarships work through direct application, nomination or the university. See the programmes open to you, with their application route, on our scholarships page.
Current rules
Visa, payment and diploma-recognition rules can change with developments between countries. This page is general guidance; confirm specifics with our advisors and official bodies.