Border Permits in Kyrgyzstan
What is the Border Zone in Kyrgyzstan?
Kyrgyzstan is home to some of the most breathtaking and remote destinations, many of which are located within its border zones with China and Kazakhstan. These areas are considered special zones due to agreements between the neighboring countries. For instance, Kyrgyzstan and China established a 50 km buffer zone along their border, a practice dating back to the Soviet era when the countries had tense relations. In these border zones, military checkpoints are in place to monitor entry and exit, and without the proper permits, even locals are not allowed to pass.
We are here to help you obtain the necessary border permits to visit these incredible areas of Kyrgyzstan.
Border Zone Destinations in Kyrgyzstan:
1. Issyk-Kul Region:
Karkara Valley, Enilchek Town, Inylchek Glacier, Ak-Shyirak Village, Karasay Checkpoint, Echikilitash Checkpoint, Sary-Jaz Mountain Range, Khan-Tengri National Park.
2. Naryn Region:
Kel-Suu Lake, Chatyr-Kol Lake, Aksay Valley, Arpa Valley, Torugart Checkpoint.
3. Chui Region:
Chon-Kemin National Park, Ak-Jol Checkpoint.
4. Osh Region:
Irkeshtam Checkpoint, Bor-Dobo Checkpoint.
5. Batken Region:
Leilek Checkpoint, Kyzyl-Bel Checkpoint.
6. Talas Region:
Chong-Kapka Checkpoint, Chaldybar Checkpoint.
How to Obtain Your Border Permit:
- Provide Your Travel Information: Let us know where you plan to go and the reason for your visit. If you’re not sure, feel free to share your travel route on a map.
- Submit Your Dates: Send us your planned travel dates. If you’re uncertain about when you’ll enter or exit the border zone, feel free to give estimated dates, but please keep them within your visa’s validity.
- Send Your Passport Copy: We’ll need a scanned copy of your passport to process the application.
- Make Your Payment: Our secure online payment system accepts VISA and MasterCard. Once we confirm your dates and locations, we’ll send you a link to complete the payment.
- Wait for Your Permit: Processing your permit takes about 3-5 business days for urgent requests and 10-15 business days for regular ones. We’ll notify you when it’s ready, and you can either pick it up in Bishkek or have it delivered to your location.
Important Notes:
- Be sure to apply early, as permit processing can take some time.
- If you need an urgent permit, we can arrange one within a 3-5 business days. However, please note that urgent processing comes with an additional fee, often double the regular cost.
