Italy Visa Applications at BLS Astana
Everything you need to apply for a Italy Schengen visa from Astana, Kazakhstan — address, opening hours, fees in KZT, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
BLS Astana
Kabanbay Batyr Avenue 6/1, Kaskad Business Center, Office 102, 10th Floor
Astana, 010000
Kazakhstan
Phone & email specific to Italy visa enquiries
| Phone | +7 (727) 357-41-56 |
| [email protected] |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Saturday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Collection only after BLS International receives your processed visa back from the Italy consulate.
Italy visa fees in KZT.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the Italy consulate, and the BLS International service charge for handling your appointment.
KZT — KZT
ISO KZTAll fees on this page are quoted in KZT. Embassy fees are converted from euro at the consulate's daily rate.
Schengen Visa Fee
EU-harmonised fee paid to the Italy consulate. Same in every Schengen country.
Adult (12 and over) KZT 47,250.00
Standard Schengen short-stay visa fee (EUR 90 equivalent).
Adult — visa-facilitation states KZT 18,400.00
Reduced fee (EUR 35 equivalent) for nationals of EU visa-facilitation countries.
Applies to: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine, Belarus
Child (6 to 11) KZT 23,650.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 11 years (EUR 45 equivalent).
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 are exempt from the Schengen visa fee.
BLS International service charges
Operator's own fees, in addition to the embassy fee. Inclusive of VAT.
Service charge (per application)
KZT 7,827.00Required, paid in addition to the embassy fee.
Cheapest case (non-exempt)
General fee + service charge
Reduced rate + service charge
Optional courier and notification add-ons sit on top. Some applicants apply free — see exemptions below.
Who is exempt from the Schengen visa fee?
Four categories of applicants pay nothing or a reduced amount. Bring documentary proof of the qualifying status to your appointment.
Children under 6 years
Visa fee and operator service charge both waived. Age taken at the date of application.
EU citizen family members
Under Directive 2004/38/EC. Spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of an EU/EEA citizen.
Students & researchers
Some country and programme rules apply. Proof of enrolment or research-host invitation required.
Youth (≤ 25) at non-profit events
Seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and similar non-commercial events.
Bring proof at your appointment: passport (age), marriage certificate (EU family), enrolment letter (students), or event invitation (youth).
- Children under 6 years
Italy counter operates from Office 92, 9th Floor of the same Kaskad building. BLS has paused Italy applications across Kazakhstan until further notice — please consult the Embassy of Italy before applying.
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a Italy visa at BLS Astana?
BLS Astana is located at Kabanbay Batyr Avenue 6/1, Kaskad Business Center, Office 102, 10th Floor, Astana, Astana, 010000. Italy visa applications are processed at this address.
What are the Italy counter opening hours at BLS Astana?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:00–20:00 (Centre Hours); Saturday: 10:00–14:00 (Centre Hours (Saturday)); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 15:00–17:00 (Passport Collection).
How do I contact the Italy counter at BLS Astana?
You can reach the Italy counter at BLS Astana by phone +7 (727) 357-41-56 or email [email protected].
How do I book a Italy visa appointment at BLS Astana?
Start your Italy visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at BLS Astana as part of the process.
Other visas processed at BLS Astana.
Other centres processing Italy visas in Kazakhstan.
Ready to apply for your Italy visa?
BLS Astana handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.