Starting in April 2025, foreign nationals and stateless persons will be able to obtain an Individual Identification Number (IIN) in Kazakhstan without physically entering the country. This initiative is part of a pilot project launched by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the Ministry of Digital Development of Kazakhstan.
Key Changes
From April 18 to December 31, 2025, non-residents can apply for an IIN remotely through any of Kazakhstan’s 100 diplomatic missions (embassies and consulates) or directly via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ online portal.
Who Is Eligible for Remote IIN Registration?
Processing time: 1 business day (excluding the submission date).
Impact on Businesses
The new streamlined process facilitates interactions between foreign nationals, Kazakhstani businesses, and government agencies. An IIN is now required for:
Previously, obtaining an IIN required physical presence in Kazakhstan, but the process is now fully remote, significantly accelerating market entry for foreign investors and entrepreneurs.
Next Steps for Businesses
If your foreign partner, investor, or employee requires an IIN, follow these steps:
The pilot project runs until December 31, 2025.
Key Changes
From April 18 to December 31, 2025, non-residents can apply for an IIN remotely through any of Kazakhstan’s 100 diplomatic missions (embassies and consulates) or directly via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ online portal.
Who Is Eligible for Remote IIN Registration?
- Investors and participants of Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) programs.
- Directors of legal entities and branches registered in Kazakhstan.
- Participants in product labeling and traceability systems.
- Spouses of Kazakhstani citizens.
- Children of foreign nationals with at least one Kazakhstani parent.
- Heirs to property located in Kazakhstan.
- IT professionals enrolled in the Digital Nomad Residency/Visa programs.
- Producers of pesticides and agrochemicals.
- Individuals with disabilities and foreign nationals aged 65 and above.
Processing time: 1 business day (excluding the submission date).
Impact on Businesses
The new streamlined process facilitates interactions between foreign nationals, Kazakhstani businesses, and government agencies. An IIN is now required for:
- Opening bank accounts in Kazakhstan.
- Obtaining a digital signature for government transactions.
- Registering a business or appointing a director.
- Purchasing real estate and vehicles.
- Participating in product labeling schemes.
Previously, obtaining an IIN required physical presence in Kazakhstan, but the process is now fully remote, significantly accelerating market entry for foreign investors and entrepreneurs.
Next Steps for Businesses
If your foreign partner, investor, or employee requires an IIN, follow these steps:
- Confirm eligibility (investment, marriage, inheritance, employment, etc.).
- Prepare documents (application form, passport copy, and supporting documents based on the category).
- Submit the application through a Kazakhstani consulate or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ portal.
- Documents in a foreign language must be notarized and translated.
- Some countries require apostille or legalization (exemptions apply for signatories of the Minsk and Chisinau Conventions).
The pilot project runs until December 31, 2025.