Officially 47 % of the population are Moslems (Kazakhs traditionally adhered to sense of Islam), 44 % – orthodox (mainly Russian), 2 % – Protestants (mainly, Germans). However real influence of religion among the population much more low, than in other countries of Central Asia.

Currency of Kazakhstan:
The international name: KZT
Tenge it is equal 100tiin. Banknotes advantage in 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000 tenges At the moment are in use.

US dollars can be exchanged easily for tenge (especially in the black market), euros also accept practically in all banks and exchange offices. The majority of banks accepts denominations only the new sample. In the markets (especially in northern areas) it is possible to pay off with roubles.

For payment the main European and international credit cards are accepted. Them easily accept in large hotels, shops and restaurants of the central cities. It is better to take tourist checks with itself in the American dollars to avoid additional exchange operations. Cash dispenses can be found in banks, hotels and shopping centres.
 

Whether the visa to entrance is necessary: Yes

Customs restrictions:

Import and export of local currency for foreigners is forbidden. Foreign currency import is limited by the sum in 500 USD (the sum necessarily to bring in the declaration and to save the declaration before departure). Foreign currency export is limited by the quantity specified in the declaration.

Duty-free to import into the country it is possible the goods for the sum no more than 500 USD. It is desirable to save checks from shops, where the goods have been bought to avoid difficulties at customs during departure from the country.

Import of the weapon and ammunition, drugs and narcocontaining preparations, literatures, a photo- and a video production, contradicting norms of Islam or directed on blasting and discredit of public authorities is forbidden. Export of gold, jewels and rare minerals, rare species of animal and hunting birds is forbidden.