Yesterday I was at the consulate to apply for a foreign passport (10 years). It took at most 10 minutes to do everything about everything.
Very nice people, they explain it in an accessible way.
About printing in the 206 office on the 2nd floor - true. If you forgot to print something, approach the guard with a polite request, he will allow you to get up, the woman is also kind sitting on top, she will help.
They are not allowed to receive electronic devices, so make sure that all documents, including QR codes, are printed out.
The staff is very polite, I really liked it, I didn't think there were still such welcoming people!
I had to fly from Almaty to Uralsk to pass for a passport, as we have complete lawlessness in Almaty!!! 20.10.2023