Kazakhstan has introduced "golden visas" with the possibility of obtaining a residence permit

    Global development 2 May 2025 2579

    Kazakhstan has approved new rules for obtaining an investor visa. Foreigners who have invested at least $300,000 in the authorized capital of Kazakhstani companies or in local equity securities can apply for a "golden visa", which makes it possible to obtain a residence permit in Kazakhstan for up to 10 years, the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported.

    "The issuance of golden visas creates a favorable and predictable environment for foreign investors, providing legal guarantees and strengthening confidence in Kazakhstan's investment climate. The innovation reflects the country's strategic orientation towards openness, capital protection and the development of sustainable international economic ties," the ministry said in a statement.

    Such visa programs, which have become widespread in international practice (including in Europe, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, and Singapore), have proven to be an effective tool for attracting capital, technology, and business activity. Kazakhstan joins this approach by offering its own model of investment residency.