Six Africans illegally worked for Astana resident

Kazakhstan's "Illegal" operation, conducted nationwide from June 8 to 12, uncovered a significant number of migration law violations, with over 13,000 offenses identified. Law enforcement reported that many violations were facilitated by Kazakh citizens seeking illegal profits.

In Astana, six African citizens were found working illegally for a local resident. Similar violations occurred across various regions, including Almaty, Shymkent, and Karaganda, where foreign nationals were employed without proper permits at construction sites. Aktobe Region alone saw about 60 foreigners working illegally at one site.

Authorities also detained a Kazakh citizen in Atyrau Region for organizing the illegal transfer of foreign citizens to a neighboring country. Investigations have been launched against five employers who repeatedly violated hiring rules within a year, potentially facing criminal liability under Kazakhstan's Criminal Code.

Following the operation, 1,559 foreigners will be expelled from Kazakhstan for migration breaches, while 1,836 others had their stay shortened due to undesirable presence. Additionally, 122 foreigners were forcibly expelled with a five-year entry ban. The police also identified 14 individuals who had illegally entered the country and 21 on international wanted lists.

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All violators and their employers have been held liable in accordance with the law. In addition, investigations have been launched against five employers who violated the rules for hiring foreign labor two or more times within a year. Under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, they face criminal liability.