Tenge Financing In Kazakhstan – Q&A

Opening A Bank Account In Kazakhstan As A Non-Resident

Kazakhstan's new Banking Law introduces a comprehensive two-tier licensing system, Islamic banking windows for traditional banks, and a sophisticated bank insolvency resolution regime that fundamentally alters creditor protections and shareholder rights.

This article explores the Astana International Financial Centre, a strategic initiative by Kazakhstan to diversify its economy and integrate into the global financial system.

Kazakh law provides for several methods of securing obligation. Obligations could be secured by penalty, pledge, surety, guarantee, deposit, withholding the debtor’s property, guarantee deposit, and other methods stipulated by legislation or agreement.

Amendments have been introduced to the Civil Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan (Special Part) No. 409-I dated 1 July 1999 (the "Civil Code")...

What are the main laws that regulate project finance market in Kazakhstan? The main laws of Kazakhstan that govern project finance are the Civil Code, securitisation law, securities law.

On 16 March 2015 the Management Board of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan by its Resolution №32 resolved to amend the Rules on Currency Operations in the Republic of Kazakhstan (Rules).

The AIFC has introduced flexible investment structures for Kazakhstan start-ups, including convertible loans, SAFEs, and options that were previously difficult to implement.

Project finance in the strict sense of the term has not yet developed and is not tested so far in Kazakhstan.

Lawyers of the banking and finance practice of GRATA International are pleased to provide you with a brief overview of the main changes in the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan in 2025 that may affect your business.

The authorised state bodies of the Republic of Kazakhstan have introduced the e-Residency program for foreign nationals and stateless persons, aimed at providing digital access to certain government and commercial...

The Astana Hub connects startups with investors. The Astana venture capital tool has been launched within the Hub. Hub Ventures, through which the most promising residents...

Kazakhstan's 2026 tax reform, initially intended to address budget deficits through measured revenue increases, has evolved into a comprehensive overhaul that significantly expands the tax and compliance burden on businesses. The reform introduces restrictions on expense deductions for payments to simplified-regime taxpayers, potentially raising effective corporate tax rates far beyond the statutory 20% rate, despite warnings from local experts about the risks of sudden tax increases.

Migration formalities for foreign nationals in Kazakhstan require both the host party and the foreign national to follow a sequence of formal procedures. The purpose of stay of business immigrants, the existence of a proper legal basis for residence, timely notification of arrival, and compliance with the requirements applicable to conducting business activities are of significant importance for business immigrants.

Opening A Bank Account In Kazakhstan As A Non-Resident

Central Asia's technological landscape is being rapidly transformed by two flagship innovation ecosystems: Astana Hub in Kazakhstan and IT Park Uzbekistan in Uzbekistan.

Kazakhstan's new Banking Law introduces a comprehensive two-tier licensing system, Islamic banking windows for traditional banks, and a sophisticated bank insolvency resolution regime that fundamentally alters creditor protections and shareholder rights.

The legal framework for renewable energy in Kazakhstan is mainly regulated by the following laws and regulations...

Following the publication of Part 1, which outlined the AIFC's governance model, legal framework and company registration processes, this second part continues the discussion...

This article explores the Astana International Financial Centre, a strategic initiative by Kazakhstan to diversify its economy and integrate into the global financial system.