In Kazakhstan, amendments to the Law on Road Traffic have been approved and will come into effect on August 25, 2026. According to the new regulations, drivers over 65 will be required to undergo a medical examination every two years.

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, information on the results of the medical examination will be automatically transmitted from the Ministry of Health to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. If proof of passing the inspection is missing from the state system, the driver's license will be revoked. A similar requirement applies to drivers with disabilities.

Certain amendments concern liability for traffic violations. For serious traffic violations, including causing an accident, drivers may be required to retake the theoretical driving test.

Penalties for drunk driving have also been tightened: drivers will be deprived of their license for eight years, even if the parties reconcile.

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