*eResidency is a digital identity that gives you official status in Kazakhstan and opens access to banking, business opportunities, and the country’s digital services.
Any person aged 18 or older, regardless of country of residence or citizenship.
After submitting your application, you will receive a Digital Identity Card and IIN, a Kazakhstan eSIM, the ability to open a bank account, and access to digital and business services.
Currently, remote account opening for e-Residents (e-Resident) is available at the following banks:
In January 2026, accounts are expected to be opened and cards issued in:
We update information regularly and recommend that you check the current status in the eResidency app on the Services tab and in this section of the site.
Payments can be made using Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay and Mir bank cards, as well as using a cryptocurrency transfer. USDT and USDC stablecoins are accepted as payment methods.
No The cost of obtaining e-Resident status under the state eResidency program does not include opening a bank account and issuing a payment card.
The conditions and costs for opening a bank account and issuing payment cards are set by partner banks independently. Some banks offer cards free of charge, others according to their own rates.
Obtaining eResidency status and IIN does not guarantee opening a bank account.
Partner banks take into account the results of AML/KYC inspections conducted as part of registration with eResidency, and in accordance with internal procedures and legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, banks have the right to:
• request additional information and documents from the client;
• request confirmation of the source of funds and/or business purpose;
• conduct your own due diligence before establishing a business relationship.
The final decision to open an account is made by the bank itself and in case of refusal, the bank is not obliged to disclose the reasons.
No Government portals, including eGov and eLicense, are intended only for residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan who permanently reside in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The e-Residency IIN is not analogous to the IIN issued to citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan, foreigners or stateless persons located in the Republic of Kazakhstan and cannot be used in public services.
The eResidency IIN is used in a separate ecosystem and provides foreign investors with access to the services of the eResidency program. You can find a list of services on the website.
The e-Residency status is granted for a period of 12 months from the date of activation.
To maintain the status and access to the program's services, you must renew eResidency annually by paying for the service for the next period.
If the renewal is not completed, your eResidency status is suspended and you may lose access to certain program services, including the ability to open new accounts/products with program partners.
The service and operating hours of accounts that have already been opened are determined by the relevant bank (in some cases, the bank may request data updates or restrict operations).
At the same time eSIM will continue to work provided that the balance is replenished in a timely manner and the conditions of the Telecom Operator are met.
eSIM eResidency services when used outside the Republic of Kazakhstan include:
• incoming SMS messages that are received only from numbers included in the “white-list” pre-approved by the eResidency Program Operator;
• Data-only packages remain available at current rates.
When physical entry eSIM users to Kazakhstan will be connected to a full range of services (including incoming/outgoing SMS, voice communication and data transmission) in accordance with current tariffs. When leaving Kazakhstan, the above restrictions applicable to use outside the country will be automatically restored.
No Obtaining the status of an electronic resident of the Republic of Kazakhstan does not imply obtaining the status of a tax resident.
No. The procedure for obtaining e-resident status and procedures for obtaining a visa, residence permit or permanent residence are not connected. The procedures for obtaining a Kazakh visa or a residence permit/permanent residence are regulated by separate legal regulations of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Electronic residents can register companies exclusively on the territory of the Astana International Financial Center (AIFC).
The ability to automatically submit applications for registration of legal entities at the Astana International Financial Center (AIFC) through the eResidency application is scheduled for first quarter of 2026.
Registration of a company in the national jurisdiction of the Republic of Kazakhstan using the eResidency IIN is not provided.
Currently, together with the state bodies of the Republic of Kazakhstan, mechanisms for obtaining an electronic digital signature are being finalized, designed specifically for electronic residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The service is scheduled to be launched in the first quarter of 2026.
It all takes place online. Verification takes a few minutes, followed by a quick additional check. You usually get access to services within a short time.
After obtaining e-Resident status and issuing an IIN, there is no need to visit the Republic of Kazakhstan to confirm your identity and other additional procedures. All activities under the eResidency program are performed remotely.
Everything is completed online. Verification takes just a few minutes, followed by a quick additional review. The entire process usually takes from 1 to 3 business days, after which you gain access to the services.
A fixed price — $499 per year, no hidden fees.
