Delegates
Delegate
Petra Magerl
Working in Kazakhstan
General Information
Terminology
In
Kazakhstan
, the term "occupational therapist" is also referred to as Ergotherapist
Main language(s) spoken in Kazakhstan
Kazakh, Russian
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Required
Yes, if working for government health care organisation. Registration is almost impossible at the moment because the government doesn't recognise OT.
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Required
Yes, if working for government health care organisation. Registration is almost impossible at the moment because the government doesn't recognise OT.
Practicing Requirements
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
Russian, Kazakh, English
English possible using translators into the local language.
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Please be in contact with the Association about opportunities.
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
For official work activities a (work) visa is required, including registration at the local police immigration office. Application for residency is available for certain parts of the country. Visa free rule for many countries, up to 30 days. For updated visa information, check the MFA website: http://mfa.gov.kz/en/visa/index (External) ↗ Note: visa laws are being reviewed twice a year – important to check updated information regularly!
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Kazakhstan Ergotherapy Association and was last updated on 2nd April 2026. WFOT is not liable for any inaccuracies, omissions, or changes in the information provided. This information is intended as a guide and should be independently verified before making any decisions.
Education Programmes
There are no WFOT Approved Programmes in Kazakhstan at this time.