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One of the largest countries in Central Asia, there is much to explore in Kazakhstan, with its endlessly diverse and incredibly stunning natural landscapes.
As a tourist here, the country is also very safe to visit, although there are a few issues to watch out for.
Note: vast majority of trips are trouble free and there is no need to be paranoid. That said, it always pays to be aware, careful, and prepared.
Emergency numbers
- General emergencies: 112
- Ambulance: 103
- Fire brigade: 101
- Police/Traffic police: 102
Travel resources
Corrupt police in Kazakhstan
2 0How it works: Situation: corruption is a deep seated issue in the country and informal practices such as bribery and the use of connections are de facto social norms. Set-up:…
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Fake police scams in Kazakhstan
2 0How it works: Someone posing as a police officer stops you, flashes his ID and then asks to check your wallet for counterfeit currency. If you give it, he will…
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Pickpockets in Kazakhstan
2 0How it works: They work in a gang – one onlooker, one blocks, pushes, distracts, or engages you, one grabs and the final hides the loot under a cover (e.g….
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Snatch thefts in Kazakhstan
2 0How it works: Bar, restaurant, nightclub: stealing unattended bags/valuables on the chair or table. Street, mall, shop, park, transportation hub: distracting and snatching from you, then escaping via a getaway car…
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Taxi scams in Kazakhstan
2 0How it works: They first quote you first seems like a cheap rate, only to tell you at the end that the rate is actually per KM and not the…
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