The Kazakhstan Phone Numbering System

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Kazakhstan's telephone numbering plan has evolved since its independence in 1991. Initially sharing the country code +7 with Russia, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) reserved the code +997 for Kazakhstan in 2021. While there were plans to activate this new code, as of May 2025, Kazakhstan continues to use the country code +7.

Under an agreement with Russia in 2006, Kazakhstan was assigned zone codes within the +7 numbering space, specifically the 6xx and 7xx ranges.

Structure of a Kazakh Phone Number
A complete Kazakh phone number, when dialed internationally, follows this format:

+[Country Code][Area/City Code][Subscriber Number]
Let's break down each part:

Country Code: +7 is the current country code for kazakhstan phone number list Kazakhstan. You will need to dial this code when calling from outside the country.
Area/City Codes (Geographical Numbers): Landline numbers in Kazakhstan utilize geographical area codes. These codes typically consist of one or two digits and follow a three-digit zone code (ranging from 710 to 729).
Historically, before the 2006 agreement with Russia, landline numbers used the 3xx zone codes. These were changed to the 7xx series by replacing the initial 3 with a 7 in mid-2007.
Here's a list of some area codes and their corresponding regions/cities:
717: Astana (now Nur-Sultan)
727: Almaty
716: Akmola Region
713: Aktobe Region
725: Shymkent, Turkistan Region
721: Karaganda Region
714: Kostanay Region
718: Pavlodar Region
715: North Kazakhstan Region
722, 723: East Kazakhstan Region
724: Kyzylorda Region
726: Jambyl Region
728: Almaty Region
729: Mangystau Region
711: West Kazakhstan Region
712: Atyrau Region
Subscriber Number: This is the unique number assigned to the specific phone line. The length of the subscriber number depends on the length of the area code, typically being five or six digits, making the total length of a geographical phone number (excluding the country code) ten digits.
Example of a Landline Number in Almaty: +7 727 XXX XX XX

Non-Geographical Numbers
Besides geographical numbers, Kazakhstan also has non-geographical numbers. These numbers often start with the prefixes 75x or 76x. These types of numbers are usually used for specific services and are not tied to a particular geographic location.

Mobile Phone Numbers
Mobile phone numbers in Kazakhstan also use the +7 country code. Following the country code, you will typically find a three-digit mobile network operator code (e.g., 701, 702, 705, 777) followed by a seven-digit subscriber number, resulting in a total of ten digits after the country code.

Example of a Mobile Number: +7 70X XXX XX XX

Dialing Procedures
Calling from outside Kazakhstan:

Dial the international exit code for your country (e.g., 00 or 011).
Dial the Kazakhstan country code: 7.
Dial the area/city code (if it's a landline) or the mobile operator code.
Dial the subscriber's phone number.
For example, to call a landline in Astana with the number 123-45-67, you would dial: [Your Exit Code] 7 717 123 45 67.

Calling within Kazakhstan:

For calls within the same city or region, you might only need to dial the local number.
For long-distance calls within Kazakhstan, you typically dial 8, wait for a tone, and then dial the area code and the subscriber number. Modern exchanges might not require waiting for the tone.
Important Considerations
Country Code Change: While +7 is currently used, it's important to stay updated on any potential future changes to the country code (+997). However, as of May 2025, no official activation of the new code has been implemented.
Number Portability: Mobile number portability exists in Kazakhstan, meaning a subscriber can change their mobile operator while keeping their original phone number.
Virtual Numbers: Services exist that provide virtual Kazakhstan phone numbers, often used for business purposes or online registrations. These are not tied to a physical location and can be managed online.
Obtaining Phone Numbers in Kazakhstan
For Individuals: Phone numbers are typically obtained by subscribing to a mobile network operator (like Kcell, Beeline, Tele2, Activ) or a fixed-line telephone service provider (like Kazakhtelecom). You will need to register your details as per local regulations.
For Businesses: Businesses can obtain fixed-line numbers and also explore options for business-oriented mobile plans and virtual numbers. Registration and documentation requirements might be more extensive.