Foreign nationals and stateless persons temporarily staying in Kazakhstan can now apply for an individual identification number (IIN) online through the QazETA mobile app, as part of a pilot project launched by Kazakhstan's Ministry of Internal Affairs. The service is based on Order No. 825, issued by the Minister of Internal Affairs on November 2, 2026, and uses the MAQ digital migration services platform.
Applicants must be physically present in Kazakhstan to use the service. The registration process requires consent to personal data collection, photographing an identity document with a mobile device, and completing biometric identity verification. After selecting the IIN service, the system verifies the applicant's entry into Kazakhstan, then the user must confirm their location, undergo an additional identity check, and review auto-filled personal details, including place of birth, contact information, and nationality.
The application is sent to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, where an authorized officer reviews documents, verifies information, and checks for duplicate IINs. Applications are processed within one working day, excluding the day of submission. Users can track application status and access IIN information through the app, and download a registration certificate in PDF format if available. Applications may be rejected if criteria are not met or if documents or information are inaccurate.
The pilot project will remain in effect for one year after the order's first official publication. For travelers, this means a faster, digital way to obtain an IIN while in Kazakhstan, reducing the need for in-person visits to government offices.
