Asia and Oceania

Visas

 

Although it is now possible to obtain one-month entry visas on arrival at Manas Airport, we continue to recommend that for ease of entry visitors get a visa before travelling to Kyrgyzstan, contact the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in London. It is normally possible to have one-month visas extended for up to an additional two months whilst in country. You should check carefully the validity of your visa before travelling.
 
British nationals staying for less than 60 days no longer need to register with OVIR (The Department for Visa and Registration under the Ministry of Internal Affairs). However, British nationals intending to stay in the country for more than 60 days must register at their regional OVIR office. For those staying in hotels, this should be undertaken by the hotel, but it is up to every individual to check. Failure to do so could result in a fine and delay in departure.

There is no longer an agreement allowing visas issued in another Commonwealth of Independent Stated (CIS) country to be used to transit Kyrgyzstan.  If you intend to visit two or more CIS countries you should contact the relevant embassies for advice before travelling.

Travelling with children

Single parents or other adults travelling alone with children should be aware that some countries require documentary evidence of parental responsibility before allowing lone parents to enter the country or, in some cases, before permitting the children to leave the country.