U.S. Citizen Services
Federal Benefits, U.S. Taxes and Voting
The Consular office in Kazakhstan does not have a representative from the Social Security Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, IRS, or the DOD Federal Voting Assistance Program, however, we can provide you with information, forms, and assistance on behalf of these and other federal agencies.
Recipients of U.S. federal benefits, such as Social Security or Veterans benefits, may be able receive these benefits in Kazakhstan.
As a U.S. citizen or resident alien, your worldwide income is generally subject to U.S. income tax. The American Citizen Services Unit has some IRS forms and publications for your use. We cannot, however, offer tax advice.
The American Citizen Services Unit also has information on how to register and apply for absentee ballots for federal and state elections. Keep in mind that you should register every year to vote by absentee ballot. You should register early in the year to allow time for the materials to be sent to you and returned. When local assistance is unavailable, you can contact the Vote Absentee section of the U.S. Department of Defense Federal Voting Assistance Program.
The American Citizen Services Unit can place properly packaged, addressed and stamped (with U.S. domestic postage) tax returns and absentee ballots in the U. S. Government mail system. We cannot sell stamps, weigh items, provide receipts, or put any other items in the U.S. mail system. Be aware that our system can experience delays - allow 28 days for delivery.
For more information please visit American Citizens Services Abroad on the U.S. Department of State Travel web site.