China is Kazakhstan’s largest trading partner. Kazakhstan is a must-pass place on the ancient Silk Road and the first place to propose the joint construction of the “Belt and Road”.

Do you want to take advantage of the diverse trading opportunities in Central Asia? Then we can offer you the necessary support for shipments from China. We are a forwarding agency specialising in target areas in Central Asia including Kazakhstan. For efficient and cost-effective shipping to Kazakhstan, CFC is your reliable solution.

Kazakhstan Customs Entry

Kazakhstan’s tariffs are influenced by its membership in the Eurasian Economic Union, which is an economic union of five post-Soviet states located in Eurasia.

Goods imported into Kazakhstan are subject to various customs fees and import taxes. Given the dynamic nature of customs regulations in Kazakhstan, it’s essential to stay updated, as rules and requirements can change frequently. Key charges for items shipped to Kazakhstan include:

• Import duty – This can vary from 0% to 30% or more, depending on the product type and customs code, with some goods qualifying for duty exemptions.
• VAT – A standard Value Added Tax (VAT) rate of 12% is applied to the total value of the imported goods, encompassing shipping costs, insurance, and any import duties.
• Customs clearance fees – Typically, this fee is approximately 1% of the total declared customs value of the shipment.

Proper documentation is a crucial aspect of ensuring a smooth customs clearance process when shipping parcels to Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan, like many countries, has specific customs regulations and requirements in place to maintain transparency and compliance with import duties. Key documents that are essential for customs include a Commercial Invoice, Contract, and Certificates of Origin. These documents should provide comprehensive details such as the contents of the shipment, their values, quantities, purpose, and the manufacturing origin. Ensuring accuracy and completeness in these documents is vital to facilitate customs transparency and adhere to duties compliance.

While the process of gathering and preparing documentation can be time-consuming and complex, it’s a mandatory step when shipping to Kazakhstan. To simplify this process and ensure that you provide the correct paperwork, partnering with an experienced international shipper is highly recommended. Such professionals have a deep understanding of the required forms and can provide invaluable guidance, ensuring that your documentation aligns with customs regulations. Proper documentation not only assists customs authorities but also plays a pivotal role in preventing shipment complications, ultimately leading to smoother and more successful deliveries.

Collaborating with a logistics provider like CFC is a strategic move for businesses looking to navigate the intricate and ever-changing customs regulations of Kazakhstan. Our expertise ensures that your shipments adhere to the latest procedures, are imported legally, and efficiently reach their intended destination in Kazakhstan. With our in-depth knowledge of the customs landscape, we help you steer clear of costly delays, fines, and potential legal issues that can arise from non-compliance.

At CFC, we specialize in simplifying the complexities of importation. We proactively monitor and adapt to evolving customs rules and requirements, guaranteeing that your shipments remain in full compliance. Whether you are importing goods, products, or equipment, our dedicated team is here to assist you in understanding and adhering to the most up-to-date customs requirements for your imports to Kazakhstan. Feel free to contact us today to discuss your specific needs and let us streamline your international trade operations for success.

Road Freight from China to Kazakhstan

From the 2nd century AD, there has been a commercial road starting from China, going all the way west to Central Asia, West Asia, and finally to Europe. Because the major transaction goods on this road were silk it became known as the “Silk Road”. People rode camels and horses spending years on this road, trying to make a connection between the eastern and western worlds.

Horses and camels have now been replaced by modern transportation such as high-speed railway and new highways, which has promoted the development of the new Silk Road.

The Western Europe-Western China (WE-WC) Highway, which stretches 8,445 kilometers from China’s Yellow Sea coastal city Lianyungang to the Baltic Sea at St. Petersburg in Russia, connect the vast areas from western China to Western Europe, of which the length of Kazakhstan is 2787 kilometers, guaranteed the road transportation of China-Kazakhstan.

This transportation corridor connecting the two continents of Asia and Europe and traversing the entire territory of Kazakhstan has become the modern Silk Road, continuously transporting goods from the two continents to the other end of the road.

The total mileage of roads in Kazakhstan is 98,032 kilometers. Its road network is the second largest in the CIS region, second only to Russia.

Rail Freight from China to Kazakhstan

As the world’s largest landlocked country, Kazakhstan’s railway transportation plays an important role in the country’s import & export transportation. The total operating mileage of Kazakhstan’s domestic railways is 15,000 kilometers.

Kazakhstan has 31 railway ports with neighboring countries such as China, Russia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Turkmenistan.

Kazakhstan is the first stop for the China-Europe Express to depart from the west, and 90% of the China-EU container trains pass through Kazakhstan. Railway transportation accounts for 90% of the total land transportation between China and Kazakhstan.

There are five railway transit transport corridors in Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan Railway Transit Corridor
Northern Corridor	To Russia, Western Europe, China, South Korea, Japan
Southern Corridor	To Turkey, Iran, Central Asian countries, Southeast Europe, China and Southeast Asia
Central Asia Corridor	To Central Asian countries, Russia and the European Union
Europe-Caucasus-Asia Corridor	To China, the Caucasus, Turkey, Romania, Ukraine
North-South Corridor	To Russia, Iran, the Persian Gulf region, India

Railway transport is rapidly becoming the preferred choice for goods trade between the two countries, as it takes much less time than sea transport and is much cheaper than air transport. Kazakhstan’s railways are perfectly connected to China’s railway network.

Air Freight from China to Kazakhstan

Air freight is the fastest way to transport goods from China to Kazakhstan. Air transport services have the ability to transport large quantities of goods over long distances in a short period of time. It is very suitable for high-value goods, perishables, and time-sensitive goods.

Air China and China Southern Airlines have opened Beijing-Xi’an (stopover)-Astana, Urumqi-Astana, Urumqi-Almaty and Xi’an-Almaty routes respectively.

Kazakhstan currently has 21 airports, 12 of which provide international air transport services. The main airports are Almaty Airport and Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport in Astana.

For shipments from China to Kazakhstan, you can expect transit times to range from 3 to 5 days. This speed is particularly beneficial for urgent shipments or high-value goods where the cost premium of air freight is justified by the need for rapid delivery.

Working with CFC

CFC’s offer for Central Asia is particularly comprehensive, as Kazakhstan is one of the priority areas for our transports. Accordingly, we can offer you complete solutions starting from transportation of one pallet to one container from China to Almaty, Astana, Shymkent and other cities in Kazakhstan.

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