Embassy of Kazakhstan in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; address Mira str., 95А, Bishkek; phone +996312565401. Head of mission: Mr. Rapil Seythanovich Zhoshybayev.…
Head of mission: Mr. Rapil Seythanovich Zhoshybayev, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Kyrgyzstan, 27 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Mukhtar Akhatovich Karibay, Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Kyrgyzstan, 27 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Yoshiyuki Sato, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Valdemaras Razumas, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Kazakhstan presents a compelling option for visitors from Kyrgyzstan, thanks to its diverse cultural and natural attractions. While it currently sees a modest number of tourists, the country's rich landscapes and cultural heritage could appeal to some of the 1.8 million Kyrgyzstani travelers who venture abroad annually.
Kazakhstan is generally considered a relatively safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Kyrgyzstan. According to the Global Peace Index, Kazakhstan ranks 57th out of 160 countries, making it safer than Kyrgyzstan, which ranks 75th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Kazakhstan is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Kyrgyzstan's 1.7. However, the rates of female murders are also higher in Kazakhstan at 1.6 compared to Kyrgyzstan's 0.5. The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Kazakhstan has lower scores for organized crime compared to Kyrgyzstan, particularly in areas like mafia groups (Kazakhstan: 3.5 vs. Kyrgyzstan: 5.5) and crime networks (Kazakhstan: 4.0 vs. Kyrgyzstan: 6.5). Overall, while both countries have their challenges, Kazakhstan is statistically safer for tourists than Kyrgyzstan.