Kazakhstan Tax Code Amendments: Tax Relief and VAT Changes Discussed in the Kurultai

On October 27, 2026, the Committee on Finance and Budget of the Kurultai of Kazakhstan discussed the key provisions of the Government-prepared draft amendments to the Tax Code. The draft reflects how the current rules have been applied in practice, as well as proposals from state bodies and the business community. It is expected to […]

An Investment Court Based on English Common Law in Alatau: What Will Change for Businesses and How to Prepare

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in his Address to the People of Kazakhstan dated 28 October 2026, announced major institutional changes to the jurisdiction of the city of Alatau. The key innovation will be the establishment of a specialised Investment Court operating on the basis of English common law (Common Law) to hear commercial disputes. […]

Legal Alert: Electronic Entry Authorization for Kazakhstan (QazETA) — New Rules and Rejection Risks

The Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan is introducing a mandatory electronic entry authorization for stateless persons and foreign citizens arriving under a visa-free regime, including citizens of the Russian Federation and other EAEU (Eurasian Economic Union) countries. The official basis is the Resolution of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 890 dated […]

Tax data of companies in Kazakhstan is automatically transferred to the statistics authorities: what to check in your reporting

Since 13 October 2026, the Bureau of National Statistics has been receiving an expanded range of information on taxpayers from the state revenue authorities. The procedure for this exchange has been established by the joint order of the Head of the Bureau of National Statistics No. 31 dated 28 September 2026 and of the Minister […]

Kazakhstan: Legislative Changes Digest for Q2 2026

Corporate Law Requirements for the State Registration of Commercial Legal Entities Strengthened As of 1 April 2026, the procedure for the state registration of commercial legal entities, as well as the registration of their branches and representative offices, has changed. In cases provided for by the registering authority’s internal control rules, state registration is carried […]

Kazakhstan: New Rules on the Collection and Processing of Personal Data — What Businesses Need to Know from 2 October 2026

New rules on the collection and processing of personal data will come into force in Kazakhstan on 2 October 2026. The changes were introduced by Order No. 556/НҚ of the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 17 September 2026. The changes clarify the rules governing personal data made […]

Kazakhstan Tax Code: Proposed Changes for Businesses from 2027

On 3 September 2026, the Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan published for public consultation a draft Law “On Amendments and Additions to the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan”. The draft proposes changes that may affect tax control, the handling of tax arrears, digital asset transactions, and tax measures applicable […]

Draft Amendments to Kazakhstan’s Tax Code: What Businesses, Marketplaces and Self-Employed Individuals Need to Know

Status: draft amendments; not adopted as at 21 September 2026. A draft package of amendments to the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, published on the Open NPA portal, contains dozens of proposed changes, covering areas ranging from e-commerce and the taxation of self-employed individuals to cryptocurrency transactions. According to tax expert Aidar Masatbayev, […]

Entry of Foreign Companies into the Construction Markets of Central Asia and Eastern Europe | REVERA Cross-Country Guide

Planning to expand your construction business into Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Belarus, or Azerbaijan? Before launching a project, it is essential to understand the local legal environment, regulatory requirements, and business conditions that may affect your operations. REVERA’s International Construction Market Guide provides a comprehensive overview of the key legal and practical aspects of entering construction […]

Entry of Foreign Companies into the Construction Markets of Central Asia and Eastern Europe | REVERA Cross-Country Guide

Planning to expand your construction business into Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Belarus, or Azerbaijan? Before launching a project, it is essential to understand the local legal environment, regulatory requirements, and business conditions that may affect your operations. REVERA’s International Construction Market Guide provides a comprehensive overview of the key legal and practical aspects of entering construction […]

Hiring Employees in the Republic of Kazakhstan: Residents, Non-Residents, and EAEU Citizens

roper execution of employment relations in Kazakhstan requires compliance with both labor and migration legislation. Depending on the employee’s status (resident, non-resident, or EAEU citizen), different procedures, documents, and timelines apply. Below you will find a structured guideline that will help you understand the key hiring stages, mandatory requirements, and additional legal nuances for each […]

MEMO: Opening a Representative Office in the Republic of Kazakhstan

Opening a representative office of a foreign legal entity in the Republic of Kazakhstan involves several mandatory regulatory stages, including obtaining an Individual Identification Number (IIN) for the head of the office, state registration of the representative office, opening a corporate bank account, and organizing employment relationships with staff in accordance with local legislation. Each […]

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