Business hotline: 1900 0000 · solutions@globallogistic.vn
English

Global Market · Central Asia

Vietnam – Kazakhstan Logistics

Kazakhstan market information for importers and exporters: seaports, airports, economic size, trade preferences and growth potential.

Get a quote to Kazakhstan Apply to become an agent
Afghanistan Armenia Azerbaijan Bulgaria Belarus China Cyprus Egypt Georgia Greece India Iraq Israel Jordan Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Lebanon Moldova Mongolia Pakistan Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Syria Tajikistan Turkmenistan Turkey Ukraine Uzbekistan

Key facts

Capital
Astana
Region
Central Asia
Population
21 million
Area
2,724,900 km²
Nominal GDP (2023)
US$261 billion
GDP per capita
12,542 USD
GDP ranking
No. 49 worldwide
5-year GDP growth
7.8%/year
Currency
KZT (KZT)
Languages
Kazakh, Russian
Distance to Ho Chi Minh City
5,483 km

Economic size

In 2023, Kazakhstan’s nominal GDP reached US$261 billion, ranking No. 49 in the world, with GDP per capita of around US$12,542. Over the past 5 years, GDP in US dollar terms grew by an average of 7.8% per year.

12208 13237 14221 15184 16137 17167 18179 19182 20171 21197 22225 23261
Nominal GDP 2012–2023, US$ billion

Growth potential

  • Mid-sized economy, ranked No. 49 in the world by GDP.
  • Fast growth: GDP has grown by an average of 7.8% per year over 5 years.
  • Tariff preferences with Vietnam through VN-EAEU FTA.
  • Landlocked, requiring multimodal solutions via neighboring countries.

Trade agreements with Vietnam

Goods that meet the rules of origin may qualify for preferential duty rates with the appropriate C/O under the following agreements:

  • VN-EAEU FTA Vietnam–Eurasian Economic Union Free Trade Agreement

Free trade agreements of Kazakhstan →

Shipping from Vietnam to Kazakhstan

Ocean

25–40 days

from Cat Lai / Cai Mep, depending on destination port and transshipment

Air

3–5 days

from SGN / HAN, including handling time

Distance

5,483 km

straight-line distance

Transit times are indicative estimates, not commitments. Contact us for actual vessel and flight schedules.

Major seaports

Kazakhstan is landlocked. Ocean cargo typically arrives at a port in a neighboring country and continues by road or rail.

Neighboring countries that can serve as gateways:

International airports

Kazakhstan has 21 large and medium-sized airports. The main airports for cargo are:

AirportIATACity
Almaty International AirportALAAlmaty
Nursultan Nazarbayev International AirportNQZAstana
Kokshetau International AirportKOVKokshetau
Petropavl International AirportPPKPetropavl
Taraz International AirportDMBTaraz
Shymkent International AirportCITShymkent

International airports in Kazakhstan →

Services for the Vietnam – Kazakhstan lane

SEA FREIGHT

Ocean Freight

Long-term contracts with 20 leading carriers secure space even in peak season.

  • FCL
  • LCL
  • Reefer
  • Break-bulk

AIR FREIGHT

Air Freight

Weekly block space agreements and full charters for urgent, high-value cargo.

  • Express
  • Charter
  • DG
  • Pharma

ROAD & RAIL

Road & Rail Freight

Owned GPS-tracked fleet and Vietnam – China – Europe rail freight.

  • FTL
  • LTL
  • Cross-border
  • Rail

CONTRACT LOGISTICS

Warehousing & Distribution

International-standard distribution centers run on WMS and automated conveyor systems.

  • Bonded
  • Cold chain
  • Fulfillment

CUSTOMS & TRADE

Customs & Trade Advisory

Licensed customs brokers and FTA specialists who optimize duty rates for FDI companies.

  • VNACCS
  • C/O
  • EVFTA
  • CPTPP

PROJECT CARGO

Project & Oversized Cargo

Route surveys, lashing plans and equipment transport for industrial and energy projects.

  • OOG
  • Heavy-lift
  • Turnkey

Are you a logistics company in Kazakhstan?

Join Global Logistic Group’s agent network to handle shipments from Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

Apply to become an agent

Frequently asked questions

How long does ocean freight from Vietnam to Kazakhstan take?

Kazakhstan is landlocked, so ocean cargo arrives at a neighboring country’s port and then moves inland. Total transit is usually around 25–40 days plus the road or rail leg.

Which airports handle international air cargo in Kazakhstan?

International air cargo to Kazakhstan mainly arrives via Almaty International Airport (ALA), Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ), Kokshetau International Airport (KOV).

What trade agreements do Vietnam and Kazakhstan have?

Both countries are parties to VN-EAEU FTA. Businesses need the appropriate C/O to claim preferential duty rates.

Neighboring countries

Other markets in Central Asia

Sources: World Bank (GDP for 2023, population), NGA World Port Index, OurAirports, mledoze/countries. Figures are for reference only.