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91
Cost
74
Internet
71
Safety
50
Tourism
69
Visa

Est. cost

$900/mo

Internet speed

89.2 Mbps

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Cost
74
Internet
71
Safety
50
Tourism
69
Visa
Visa-free entryDigital nomad visaCity transit: ModerateInter-city transit: Moderate
Visa-free entryDigital nomad visaCity transit: ModerateInter-city transit: Moderate89.2 Mbps$900/mo
91
Cost
74
Internet
71
Safety
50
Tourism
69
Visa
Visa-free entryDigital nomad visaCity transit: ModerateInter-city transit: Moderate

Est. cost

$900/mo

Internet speed

89.2 Mbps

Top cities

AlmatyLargest City

Largest & cultural capital; mountains, cafes & the main nomad scene, relaxed.

AstanaCapital

Capital; futuristic planned city, excellent infra, but harsh winters & sterile feel.

ShymkentPopular

Southern 3rd city; warm, bazaars, Silk Road culture, very low CoL.

TurkistanHidden Gem

Silk Road pilgrimage city; Yasawi Mausoleum, historic & atmospheric.

Climate

Extreme continental; hot summers and long, very cold winters across the steppe.

Transit

Kazakhstan's transit is developing: Almaty has a single-line metro plus extensive buses and trolleybuses, while Astana relies on buses and a new light-rail line. The country's vast distances are bridged by an extensive rail network and domestic flights. City cores are walkable, but harsh winters and sprawl make cars and ride-hailing (Yandex) common.

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