On changes in the registration of C5 visas for foreigners intending to conduct business activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan

18.12.2024

The innovations affect several aspects of migration legislation, including the process of obtaining a C5 visa for business immigrants, and also introduce new visa categories, such as A6, B9, B9-1 Digital Nomad Visa and B12-1 Neo Nomad Visa.

From November 17, 2024, amendments to the “Rules for issuing invitations, coordinating invitations for entry of foreigners and stateless persons into the Republic of Kazakhstan, issuing, canceling, restoring visas of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as extending and reducing their validity” came into force.

Simplifying the procedure for obtaining a C5 visa for business immigrants

One of the most significant changes was the simplification of the procedure for obtaining a C5 visa for business immigrants. The new procedure significantly reduced the list of documents that must be submitted to obtain a visa. In particular, the following certificates were excluded from the list of required documents:

• medical certificate confirming the absence of diseases that may prevent entry into the country;
• certificate of the presence or absence of a ban on entrepreneurial activity, issued by an authorized body of the country of citizenship or permanent residence.

These changes have significantly simplified the process of obtaining a C5 visa, which can help attract foreign investors and entrepreneurs to the Republic of Kazakhstan.

It is important to note that the requirements specified in the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On Migration of the Population” have a higher legal priority than the provisions provided for in by-laws. Thus, in the event of a contradiction between the rules and the law, the law will have priority.

Taking into account the current changes in the migration legislation, further adjustments are possible in the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On Migration of the Population”. Amendments to this law will be aimed at eliminating inconsistencies with by-laws, which will bring the rules into line with current requirements.

In particular, it is expected that in the future the procedure for obtaining a C5 visa for business immigrants and other categories of visas will be clarified in order to ensure the unity and consistency of legislation.

The amendments to the migration legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan that have entered into force have significantly simplified the process of obtaining a visa for business immigrants and other categories of foreign citizens. Reducing bureaucratic barriers and introducing new visa categories open up additional opportunities for international cooperation and economic growth of the country. However, it is important to remember that, despite the simplification of the procedure, the requirements for business immigrants remain high, and it is necessary to strictly comply with all regulations and legal requirements.

For detailed advice and assistance in obtaining a visa or other migration procedures, as well as for obtaining an invitation from a Kazakhstani company, specialists from the KORGAN law firm are always ready to provide professional support.

Author of the article: Kenzhemergenova M.N.