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Kazakhstan Calling Code
is +7

Need to call Almaty, Astana, or Shymkent? The country code for Kazakhstan is +7 (shared with Russia). Connect instantly to any Kazakh mobile or landline directly from your browser.

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How to Call Kazakhstan Step-by-Step

Kazakhstan shares the +7 country code with Russia, but uses specific area code ranges.

1

Exit Code

Dial 011 (US/Canada) or 00 (Europe).
(Or just hold '0' to get '+' on mobile)

2

Country Code (+7)

Dial +7.
Note: This is the same code as Russia, but the next digits determine the country.

3

Area Code & Number

Dial the 3 or 4 digit area code followed by the phone number.
Example: 727 for Almaty

Russia vs. Kazakhstan (+7)

Since both countries use +7, look at the next digit to know where you are calling:

Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
Codes usually start with 6 or 7.
+7 727 (Almaty)
Russia 🇷🇺
Codes usually start with 3, 4, 5, 8, or 9.
+7 495 (Moscow)

Kazakhstan City Codes

Major area codes for cities in Kazakhstan.

CityRegionArea Code
AlmatyAlmaty Region727
Astana (Nur-Sultan)Capital7172
ShymkentTurkestan7252
KaragandaKaraganda7212
AktobeAktobe7132
CityRegionArea Code
TarazJambyl7262
PavlodarPavlodar7182
Ust-KamenogorskEast Kazakhstan7232
SemeyEast Kazakhstan7222
AtyrauAtyrau7122

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the country code for Kazakhstan?

The country code is +7. It is shared with Russia, but Kazakhstan uses specific area codes (usually starting with 6 or 7).

How do I call a mobile phone in Kazakhstan?

Dial +7 followed by the 3-digit mobile prefix (like 701, 777, 705) and the 7-digit subscriber number.

Is Kazakhstan changing its country code to +997?

There were plans to switch to +997, but currently, +7 remains the active and operational country code. You should continue using +7.

How much does it cost to call Kazakhstan?

With StartACall, rates are significantly lower than traditional carriers. You can check the real-time rate in the dashboard, but it typically starts around a few cents per minute.

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Calling Kazakhstan on the Shared +7 Code: Prefixes, City Codes, and the New Single Time Zone

In short

Kazakhstan is one of only two countries on country code +7, a legacy of the Soviet phone network it once shared with Russia. This guide shows how to tell Kazakh numbers apart from Russian ones, which mobile and city prefixes to expect, and how the 2024 time zone unification changed call planning.

One Code, Two Countries

Both Kazakhstan and Russia answer to +7, inherited from the unified Soviet network. The split happens at the next digit: Kazakh numbers continue with 6 or 7, while Russian numbers use 3, 4, 8, or 9. A number beginning +7 70 or +7 77 is Kazakh; +7 91 is Russian.

Inside the country, people dial 8 before the number as the trunk prefix. Drop that 8 when calling from abroad and replace it with +7 or your exit code plus 7. Dialing the 8 after the country code is the single most common mistake on this route.

Mobile Prefixes and City Codes Worth Knowing

Kazakh mobiles concentrate in the 70x and 77x ranges, so numbers like +7 701, +7 705, +7 707, +7 771, and +7 777 are all cell phones. Mobiles dominate the country's telephony, and most personal contacts you receive will fall in these ranges.

Fixed lines keep city codes: Almaty, the commercial capital, uses 727, while Astana, the seat of government, uses 717. Shymkent and other regional centers have their own codes in the 7xx block. A full national number is ten digits after the +7.

Landlines persist mainly in government, established industry, and hotels, so travelers booking directly with Almaty or Astana properties may still dial 727 or 717 numbers. Personal and business contacts will almost always hand you a 70x or 77x mobile instead, reflecting how thoroughly mobile the country has become.

The 2024 Time Zone Unification

In March 2024 Kazakhstan moved the entire country onto a single time zone, UTC+5, ending the old split between east and west. Almaty and Astana now share one clock with Aktau on the Caspian, which simplifies scheduling considerably. The change ended decades of split clocks across the country.

That places Kazakhstan four hours ahead of London in summer and five in winter, and just thirty minutes behind India. From Western Europe, morning calls land in Kazakh early afternoon, and a 6 pm call from Berlin reaches Almaty at 10 pm, on the late side for business.

The unification also abolished seasonal clock changes, so Kazakhstan's UTC+5 offset never moves on its own. Only your side's daylight saving shifts the gap, which makes standing calls with Almaty easier to maintain than with destinations whose clocks jump twice a year. Recurring meetings need adjusting only when your country changes.

Costs and the Browser Option

Unlike North America, Kazakhstan prices mobile and fixed calls differently on many routes, so check the rate for the specific number type. Per-minute VoIP rates to Kazakhstan are typically far below mobile roaming or legacy carrier international rates. The gap between routes can be significant.

StartACall connects to +7 Kazakh numbers from any modern browser over WebRTC, no app or SIM required, with pay-as-you-go pricing, no connection fee, and a free first call to test the route to Almaty or Astana. Credits never expire between conversations.

Rates on the +7 route can differ between Kazakh mobile networks as well, so the displayed per-minute price is worth a glance whenever you dial a new prefix, particularly for long family calls where small differences per minute compound into real money.

Frequently asked questions

How can I tell a Kazakh +7 number from a Russian one?+

Look at the digit after the 7. Kazakhstan uses 6 and 7, so +7 701 or +7 777 numbers are Kazakh. Russia uses 3, 4, 8, and 9. The country code alone does not distinguish them.

Do I dial the 8 that Kazakh contacts include in their numbers?+

No. The 8 is the domestic trunk prefix used inside Kazakhstan and Russia. From abroad, replace it entirely: dial +7 followed by the remaining ten digits. The plus sign handles the exit code for you.

What is the city code for Almaty?+

727. A full Almaty landline from abroad looks like +7 727 followed by seven digits. Astana uses 717 in the same pattern. Seven more digits follow the city code to complete the number.

Is all of Kazakhstan on the same time now?+

Yes. Since March 2024 the whole country observes UTC+5 with no seasonal change, so Almaty, Astana, and the western regions share one clock year round. No seasonal clock changes apply anywhere in the country.

Are calls to Kazakh mobiles and landlines the same price?+

Often not. Many routes price 70x and 77x mobile ranges differently from 717 or 727 city lines, so check the per-minute rate for the exact number type before a long call.

Last reviewed June 2026Reviewed by the StartACall calling teamDialing rules cross checked against ITU international dialing procedures
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