On 10 September 2026, Ambassador of Kazakhstan Timur Primbetov met in the Vatican with the Prefect of the Vatican Apostolic Library, Don Mauro Mantovani.The interlocutors discussed the current state of cooperation between the Vatican Apostolic Library and Kazakhstan’s research institutions, as well as prospects for its further development. Particular attention was devoted to the continuation of research by Kazakh scholars into written sources preserved in Vatican collections that are of significant scholarly value for the study of the history of Kazakhstan and the Turkic world.During the meeting, the Ambassador conveyed to the Prefect an invitation from Professor D.Massimkhanuly, Director General of the R.B.Suleimenov Institute of Oriental Studies, to participate in the International Academic Conference entitled “The Historical and Cultural Heritage of the Turkic World: New Sources and Materials from the Collections of the Vatican and Europe,” to be held in Almaty at the end of September this year.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in further advancing mutually beneficial cooperation.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vatican/press/news/details/1289203?lang=ru

     The State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports that in September 2026, it is planned to send notifications of desk‑based control regarding the identified understatement of the VAT amount reflected in the tax reporting.    The notifications will be generated automatically based on a comparison of data from electronic invoices (EIs) and tax reporting in form 300.00.    In particular, a notification may be sent if the supplier of the taxpayer who has submitted a claim for the refund of the excess VAT has identified an understatement of the VAT amount on the goods, works, and services sold.    The deadline for responding to the notification is 30 working days.     Upon receiving the notification, the taxpayer must:if they agree with the identified discrepancies, submit additional tax reporting;if they disagree, send a written explanation with a justification for the absence of a violation.    We draw the attention of taxpayers to the need to timely check the compliance of the ESF data with the tax reporting under form 300.00, as well as to promptly respond to notifications from desk audit.    If the identified violations are not corrected upon notification, in accordance with the provisions of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the state revenue authorities have the right to conduct a tax audit.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1289186?lang=ru

As part of implementing the instructions of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on attracting investment and improving the country's investment climate, Foreign Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tileuberdi held a working meeting with the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and JSC "NC "KAZAKH INVEST", outlining key priorities and objectives for further strengthening investment attraction effortsThe meeting was attended by Ardak Zebeshev, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sultangali Kinzhakulov, Chairman of the Board of JSC “NC “KAZAKH INVEST”, as well as Deputy Chairmen, Managing Directors and heads of key departments of the two organizations.During the meeting, the Minister was briefed on the current status of efforts to attract foreign direct investment, the implementation of investment projects, engagement with potential investors, the development of the National Digital Investment Platform, as well as the preparation and organization of international investment events.Following the meeting, the Minister outlined key tasks and priority areas for the upcoming period. Particular emphasis was placed on improving the effectiveness of engagement with investors, accelerating the implementation of investment projects, and ensuring a coordinated approach to attracting capital into Kazakhstan’s economy.Work on the identified priorities will continue as part of a unified approach to implementing Kazakhstan’s investment policy and strengthening the country’s position as an attractive destination for international capital.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1289150?lang=ru

         The StateRevenueCommittee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstaninformsthatinaccordancewith the Order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of KazakhstandatedJune4, 2026No.363"OnApproval of the RulesandDeadlines for the implementation of a pilotprojecttocompensate the amount of value-addedtaxtoindividualswhoarecitizens of foreignstateswhenexportinggoodsoutside the customsterritory of the EurasianEconomicUnion, with theexception of the export of goodsthrough the territories of the memberstates of the EurasianEconomicUnion(the "taxFree"pilotproject), "theRepublic of Kazakhstan is implementing the "TaxFree"PilotProject, which allowsforeigntourists(with theexception of citizens of the EAEUstates) to receiveVATcompensationwhenexportingpurchasedgoodsoutside the EAEU.     “Tax Free” is a refund of part of the VAT to foreign tourists for purchasing goods when leaving Kazakhstan. The pilot project is operating in stationary retail facilities located in the cities of Almaty, Astana, Aktau, Aktobe, Atyrau, Balkhash, Karaganda, Kostanay, Pavlodar, Petropavlovsk, Semey, Taraz, Turkestan, Uralsk, Ust‑Kamenogorsk (Katon‑Karagai), Shymkent, as well as in the village of Burabay in the Akmola Region.     VAT compensation is carried out through the Tax Free system operator and is provided to foreign tourists when purchasing non‑food goods for an amount in the receipt of at least 10 monthly calculated indicators (in 2026, 43,250 tenge).      The Tax Free document is issued by the seller based on the cash receipt with the VAT amount highlighted, both in paper form and in electronic form. To participate in the Pilot Project, it is necessary to enter into an agreement with Tax Free Kazakhstan operators by following the link https://taxfree.kz/ and (or) Globalblue.com .    Access to the “Tax Free” system and its use for business purposes is free.     Private businesses in the aforementioned settlements that are VAT payers and engage in retail trade of non‑food products at fixed retail premises are invited to participate.     Access to the “Tax Free” system will create additional benefits for businesses and will provide the opportunity to:* attract foreign tourists to purchase goods;* increase sales volume and average check amount;* enhance the competitiveness of the retail outlet;* provide customers (foreign tourists) with an international VAT refund service through the “Tax Free” system Operator.     You can familiarize yourself with the order on the “Tax Free” Pilot Project on the website of the electronic control bank of regulatory legal acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan via the links zan.gov.kz/client/#!/doc/226045/kaz and zan.gov.kz/client/#!/doc/226045/rus, as well as on the websites of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan via the following links:https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/documents/details/1026619?lang=kk, https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/documents/details/1026619?lang=ru,https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/documents/details/1026619?lang=enand the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, via the following links:https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/documents/details/1026657?lang=kkhttps://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/documents/details/1026657?lang=ruhttps://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/documents/details/1026657?lang=en   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1289135?lang=ru

Currently, the personal property tax for the calendar year 2025 is payable.Please note that the current notices and charges relate to real estate owned in 2025. Tax liabilities, benefits and calculated indicators (1 MCI in 2025 = 3,932 tenge) are determined in strict accordance with the norms of the Tax Code in force in 2025.The list of privileged categories of citizens who are exempt from paying property tax in full or in part is defined by paragraph 2 of Article 526 of the Tax Code. The preferential category includes:- heroes of the Soviet Union, heroes of Socialist Labor, persons awarded the titles of "Halyk kaharmany", "Kazakstan Enbek Epi", awarded the Order of Glory of three degrees and the Order of Otan – within 1000 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects (in 2025, 1 MCI = 3932 tenge, that is, within 3 932,000 tenge);- veterans of the Great Patriotic War, veterans who are equivalent in benefits to veterans of the Great Patriotic War, and veterans of military operations on the territory of other states, persons awarded orders and medals of the former USSR for selfless labor and impeccable military service in the rear during the Great Patriotic War, as well as persons who worked (served) for at least six months from June 22, 1941 to May 9, 1945, and those who were not awarded orders and medals of the former USSR for selfless labor and impeccable military service in the rear during the Great Patriotic War – for land plots and within 1,500 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects (in 2025, 1 MCI =3932 tenge, that is, within 5,898,000 tenge);- persons with disabilities – by land plots and within 1,500 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects (in 2025, 1 MCI =3932 tenge, that is, within 5,898,000 tenge);- orphans and children left without parental care for the period up to the age of 18 - on land plots, dwellings, buildings, country houses, garages, parking spaces and other buildings, structures, premises belonging to them by right of ownership;- one of the parents of a person with a disability since childhood, a child with a disability – by land plots;- mothers with many children, awarded the title of "Mother Heroine", awarded the "Altyn alka" pendant - for land plots, as well as within 1000 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects (dwellings, buildings, country houses, garages, parking spaces and other buildings, structures, premises belonging to them by right of ownership) (in 2025, 1 MCI =3932 tenge, that is, within 3,932,000 tenge);- separately residing pensioners (pensioners, at whose place of residence only pensioners are registered) – by land plots, as well as within 1000 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects (dwellings, buildings, country houses, garages, parking spaces and other buildings, structures, premises belonging to them by right of ownership) (in 2025, 1 MCI = 3932 tenge, that is, within 3,932,000 tenge);- individual entrepreneurs – for objects used in entrepreneurial activities, with the exception of dwellings and other objects for which the tax base is determined in accordance with Article 529 of the Tax Code;- individuals are the owners of an apartment (room), according to the share of the owner of the apartment (room), in a land plot occupied by an apartment building.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact CenterState Duma of the Pavlodar regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1289100?lang=ru

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     On September 9, 2026, the Training and Methodological Center of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with the Value Added Tax Administration Department within the EAEU of the Audit Department of the State Revenue Committee (hereinafter referred to as the Committee), held a seminar on the ZOOM platform on the topic: “Monitoring the movement of specific goods across the EAEU border.”     The purpose of the event was to explain to employees of state revenue bodies the principles, foundations, procedure, and specific features of working to monitor the movement of specific goods across the EAEU border.     Ninety‑nine employees of territorialbodies of staterevenuestookpartintheseminarasparticipants.      The lecturer was Berik Kanatovich Karisov – chief expert of the Value Added Tax Administration Department within the EAEU of the Committee’s Audit Department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1289106?lang=ru

       On September 9, 2026, the Training and Methodological Center of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with the Value Added Tax Administration Department within the EAEU of the Audit Department of the State Revenue Committee (hereinafter referred to as the Committee), held a seminar on the ZOOM platform on the topic: “Monitoring the movement of specific goods across the EAEU border.”        The purpose of the event was to explain to employees of state revenue bodies the principles, foundations, procedure, and specific features of working to monitor the movement of specific goods across the EAEU border.        Ninety‑nine employees of territorialbodies of staterevenuestookpartintheseminarasparticipants.         The lecturer was Berik Kanatovich Karisov – chief expert of the Value Added Tax Administration Department within the EAEU of the Committee’s Audit Department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/1289057?lang=ru

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In accordance with Article 726 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, under the special tax regime based on a simplified declaration, individual or corporate income tax is calculated by the taxpayer independently by applying a rate of 4 percent to the taxable income.The taxable object is the income received by the taxpayer during the tax period without taking into account expenses.According to Article 726 of the Tax Code, local representative bodies have the right to reduce or increase the established tax rate by no more than 50 percent, depending on the type of activity and the location of the taxable object. Thus, the tax rate may range from 2 percent to 6 percent. However, the rate cannot be changed individually for specific taxpayers.Taxpayers applying the special tax regime based on a simplified declaration are exempt from paying social tax and value-added tax (VAT), except for VAT on imported goods and VAT paid for non-residents.The tax and reporting period is a calendar half-year:first half-year — from January 1 to June 30;second half-year — from July 1 to December 31.In accordance with Article 727 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the simplified declaration (Form 910.00) must be submitted to the tax authority no later than the 15th day of the second month following the reporting tax period.Accordingly, the declaration is submitted:for the first half-year — no later than August 15;for the second half-year — no later than February 15 of the following year.Payment of taxes indicated in the simplified declaration must be made no later than the 25th day of the second month following the reporting tax period:for the first half-year — no later than August 25;for the second half-year — no later than February 25 of the following year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1288957?lang=ru

These decisions were made at the regular meeting of the EEC Council, held online. The Kazakh side was headed by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin.In particular, this concerns a cooperative project for the construction of an AKRUS paint and varnish production facility in the Moscow region. The plant plans to produce paint and varnish materials with higher corrosion and fire resistance characteristics compared to existing analogues. The project implementation is planned for five years and will start this year.The project participants will be the Belarusian RPE "Orion-VK", the Kazakh LLP "Asyl Construction", which will provide part of the supplies of materials and technological equipment, and the Russian LLC "AKZ Coatings".Another new cooperative project will be the construction of a new mixing line at the Samara Gypsum Plant. The project provides for an increase in the output of dry construction and special-purpose mixes by 75.5 thousand tons per year. The Kazakh side will be represented by LLP "Elita", which will provide engineering and construction services, and the Belarusian side — by CJSC "Remeza". The projected economic effect for the budget of Kazakhstan from tax revenues from the implementation of this project will amount to about 180 million tenge.It should be recalled that in 2025, a cooperative project for the production of agricultural machinery in the Akmola region was approved.As is known, cooperative projects in the EAEU receive preferential financing at a reduced rate through interest rate subsidies on loans for project implementation. The projects are designed to promote technological development and the creation of new production models, and the expansion of trade and economic ties in the countries of the economic union.At the Council meeting, amendments to a number of documents on the agricultural sector were also adopted. In particular, this concerns changes to the method of field testing of varietal crops of agricultural plants.In addition, it was decided to amend the Unified Quarantine Phytosanitary Requirements imposed on regulated products and objects at the customs border and on the territory of the EAEU countries. They are aimed at optimizing the application of quarantine phytosanitary measures regarding the pepino mosaic virus, which affects tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants. It is envisaged to exclude the requirement for the absence of this virus in these products, provided that a sufficient level of quarantine phytosanitary safety of the country is ensured.A decision was also made to change the list of regulated products subject to quarantine phytosanitary control at the customs border and on the territory of the EAEU countries. In particular, the mandatory issuance of a phytosanitary certificate for wooden packaging and fastening material will be canceled if it bears the marking provided for by the Unified Requirements.These changes are aimed at creating more favorable conditions for the production and trade of relevant products on the territory of the EAEU countries.The Council also adopted amendments to the Technical Regulations of the Customs Union "On the Safety of Toys". The amendments establish mandatory requirements for toys intended for children under 14 years of age and are aimed at protecting consumers from unreliable product information, as well as preventing the release into circulation of toys that do not meet the established safety standards.The parties also discussed and made decisions on a number of other procedural issues concerning the activities of other sectors and the Commission.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1288962?lang=ru

September 9, 2026, Hong Kong – Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Shakkaliyev took part in the 11th Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong, one of the key international platforms for discussing trade, investment, and transport connectivity development.As part of the Summit, the head of the MTI spoke at the high-level Policy Dialogue session "Building Resilient Trade and Investment Frameworks in a Diverse Global Landscape," dedicated to forming sustainable trade and investment ties amid the transformation of the global economy.Arman Shakkaliyev emphasized the special historical significance of the Belt and Road Initiative for Kazakhstan. It was in Astana in 2013 that President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China first proposed the idea of the Silk Road Economic Belt. According to the Minister, the initiative is now entering a new stage of development, where, alongside physical infrastructure, digital connectivity, cross-border data flows, and compatible digital platforms are becoming increasingly important.It was also noted that over 7 months of 2026, Kazakhstan's trade turnover with China reached 32.4 billion US dollars, an increase of 24.1% compared to the same period. Positive dynamics are also maintained in trade with Hong Kong: in the first half of 2026, Kazakhstan's trade turnover withHong Kong amounted to 250.6 million US dollars, increasing 2.6 times compared to the same period in 2025.Attention was also paid to Kazakhstan's transport potential. The country is consistently developing its railway and road infrastructure, border crossings, logistics centers, and the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route – the Middle Corridor.Today, about 85% of land-based rail freight traffic between China and Europe passes through the territory of Kazakhstan. At the same time, as Arman Shakkaliyev noted, Kazakhstan's task is not only to increase transit volumes but also to form a full-fledged economic corridor that creates conditions for new production facilities, investments, and regional supply chains.In this regard, special importance is attached to the combination of "hard" and "soft" infrastructure – the development of transport facilities simultaneously with the digitalization of procedures, harmonization of standards, and simplification of customs and logistics processes. Kazakhstan is also expanding its network of foreign terminals and implementing digital solutions to speed up cargo clearance and tracking.The Minister emphasized the significant potential for cooperation with Hong Kong as one of the leading international financial and business centers. According to him, combining Hong Kong's financial expertise, Kazakhstan's investment potential, and the growing market of Central Asia could become the basis for launching a new generation of joint projects.As part of the working visit, a meeting also took place between Arman Shakkaliyev and the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, John Lee.The parties noted the positive dynamics of Kazakhstan-Hong Kong cooperation and discussed the practical implementation of agreements reached during John Lee's visit to Kazakhstan in June of this year. The Chief Executive of Hong Kong conveyed warm wishes to the leadership of Kazakhstan and emphasized interest in further promoting joint initiatives.Arman Shakkaliyev noted that Kazakhstan and Hong Kong possess complementary advantages. Kazakhstan is strengthening its position as a key transport and logistics link between Asia and Europe, while Hong Kong possesses significant financial, investment, managerial, and professional expertise.During the meeting, prospects for implementing joint projects in the fields of transport and logistics, industry, the mining sector, finance, digitalization, and investments were discussed.The Minister informed about the large-scale work on developing Kazakhstan's transport and logistics infrastructure and noted that the formation of new routes should be accompanied not only by transit growth but also by the development of industrial cooperation. According to him, Kazakhstan is interested in locating new production facilities and forming regional production and distribution chains with the participation of foreign partners.In turn, John Lee noted that Hong Kong is capable of acting not only as a connecting link between markets but also as a comprehensive partner in the implementation of large-scale projects – bringing together investors, financial institutions, technology, and professional companies.The Hong Kong side expressed readiness to facilitate the establishment of direct contacts between Kazakhstani projects and potential investors, including companies operating in the mining and industrial sectors.Special attention was paid to financial cooperation. The parties discussed opportunities for attracting Hong Kong capital to Kazakhstani projects, interaction between financial institutions, the development of new financial instruments, as well as prospects for cooperation in commodity trade.Arman Shakkaliyev proposed developing cooperation in the format of a unique triangle "Kazakhstan and Central Asia – Mainland China – Hong Kong," combining Kazakhstan's infrastructure and resource potential with China's production capabilities and Hong Kong's financial and managerial expertise.John Lee supported this approach, noting that Kazakhstan is one of the most promising destinations for Hong Kong companies entering the Central Asian market.Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to continue joint elaboration of specific projects and ensure practical advancement of previously reached agreements.Concluding the working program, Arman Shakkaliyev invited companies from Hong Kong and Mainland China to more actively utilize Kazakhstan's opportunities for implementing joint projects and entering the markets of Central Asia."Kazakhstan is open to partnership and ready for joint action. Our task is to turn the growing transport connectivity of Eurasia into new production facilities, investments, and sustainable trade ties," the Minister noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1288947?lang=ru

Taxpayers shall pay corporate income tax calculated in accordance with Article 345 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan at their place of registration.The amount of advance payments made to the budget during the tax period shall be credited against the corporate income tax payable according to the corporate income tax return for the reporting tax period.The taxpayer shall pay corporate income tax for the tax period no later than ten calendar days after the deadline established for filing the tax return.The taxpayer shall pay corporate income tax calculated in accordance with Chapter 33 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the tax period no later than ten calendar days after the final deadline established by paragraph 4 of Article 359 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.These provisions shall not apply to corporate income tax calculated on taxable income of controlled foreign companies and permanent establishments of controlled foreign companies registered in states with preferential taxation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-astana/press/news/details/1288933?lang=ru

One of the key areas of activity of the State Revenue Authorities of the East Kazakhstan Region is ensuring control over the timely and complete fulfillment of taxpayers' obligations related to the calculation and payment of special payments and taxes by subsoil users.The Mineral Extraction Tax (MET) is one of the principal taxes contributed by subsoil users of the East Kazakhstan Region to the Republican Budget of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The administration of the Mineral Extraction Tax is carried out through desk audits of Tax Reporting Form 590.00, "Mineral Extraction Tax Declaration" (hereinafter referred to as the MET Declaration), including the use of information obtained from authorized government agencies.Desk audits of the MET Declaration are conducted in the following areas:verification of the completeness of reported mineral extraction volumes in the MET Declaration by comparing them with information provided by authorized government agencies;verification of the correct application of MET rates in the calculation of the tax reported in the MET Declaration;verification of the timely submission of the MET Declaration where mineral extraction volumes have been identified based on information from authorized government agencies;verification of the completeness of reported mineral extraction volumes by comparing extraction volumes declared in the MET Declaration with mineral sales volumes reflected in the MET Declaration and Electronic Invoices (E-Invoices), as well as through other control measures.As a result of the work carried out during 2025 to eliminate violations identified in the above areas, additional Mineral Extraction Tax assessments exceeding KZT 55.0 million were made. The assessed amounts have been paid to the budget in full.At the same time, the analysis covers the entire statutory limitation period of five years, in accordance with Article 45 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.It should be noted that the identified violations result in an additional financial burden on taxpayers due to the accrual of late payment interest (penalties), which adversely affects the financial and economic activities of business entities. To prevent such violations, taxpayers are advised to comply with the requirements of the tax legislation governing the calculation and payment of the Mineral Extraction Tax.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1288927?lang=ru

On September 9, the S. Seifullin Central Library of Zhetisu Region held an educational hour entitled «Family Traditions and National Values» on the occasion of Family Day, with the participation of 8th-grade students from School No. 4.During the event, «Daniya Samidinova Iskakova», a teacher at School No. 4, shared insightful thoughts on family values, mutual respect between parents and children, national traditions, and spiritual and moral education. The participants were also introduced to the book exhibition «Family – the Cradle of Upbringing», followed by a bibliographic review of literature dedicated to family education.During the «Family That Shaped a Great Personality» question-and-answer session, the students shared their views on the role of family in shaping an individual’s personality. In the «Ocean of Wisdom – Proverbs and Sayings» game, participants completed proverbs related to family, unity, harmony, and upbringing, while exploring their educational and moral significance.One of the most touching moments of the event was the «Heartfelt Wishes to My Family» activity. Using their mobile phones, the students sent sincere wishes and warm words to their loved ones, realizing once again that family is the most precious treasure in a person’s life.Throughout the educational hour, the idea that family is the golden cradle of love and compassion, upbringing and harmony was widely promoted. The event helped strengthen the students’ respect for family and national values and was both meaningful and engaging.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1288895?lang=ru

One of the priority areas of activity of the state revenue authorities in the East Kazakhstan Region is monitoring the timely and full fulfillment of tax obligations related to the calculation and payment of corporate income tax (CIT) withheld at the source of payment from income earned by non-residents.In accordance with paragraph 1 of Article 679 of the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan (new version), 39 types of income of non-residents are defined as income derived from sources in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The most common types include income from the sale of goods and services in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, income from the performance of works and provision of services, including consulting, management, financial, engineering, marketing, audit and other services, as well as income in the form of dividends, remuneration, royalties, insurance premiums, income from international transportation and capital gains from the disposal of property.Tax administration of non-residents is carried out through desk-based tax control of Tax Reporting Form 101.04, "Calculation of Corporate Income Tax Withheld at the Source of Payment from Income of a Non-Resident," including through the use of information provided by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Desk-based tax control is conducted in the following areas:-verification of the correctness of the calculation and withholding of CIT at the source of payment based on data from the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan on foreign exchange transactions and information contained in Form 101.04;-verification of the legality of applying tax exemptions and reduced tax rates under international treaties;-identification of cases involving the unjustified application of a full exemption from withholding tax on income of non-resident legal entities;-identification of violations in the calculation of value-added tax (VAT) payable in respect of non-residents.The violations identified may result in an additional financial burden for taxpayers in the form of accrued penalties, which may adversely affect their financial and economic activities.In this regard, taxpayers are advised to strictly comply with the requirements of tax legislation when calculating and paying CIT withheld at the source of payment.The state revenue authorities continuously conduct measures aimed at identifying and collecting additional tax revenues in the area of non-resident taxation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1288834?lang=ru

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Oslo, September 9, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Norway Adil Tursunov took part in the state funeral of King Harald V, held in Oslo.As part of the mourning ceremonies, the Kazakh diplomat left an entry in the official book of condolences and attended the farewell ceremony for the Norwegian monarch at Oslo Cathedral.The ceremony was attended by around a thousand guests, including members of the royal families of Norway and a number of foreign countries, heads of state and government, members of the local Storting (Parliament), representatives of the diplomatic corps and the public.Earlier, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent condolences to King Haakon VIII of Norway on the passing of his father, King Harald V.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-oslo/press/news/details/1288789?lang=ru

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov took part in the 7th round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of Kazakhstan and Switzerland, during which the main topics of bilateral cooperation were discussed.Deputy Minister Issetov informed the Swiss side on the key areas of domestic political reforms in Kazakhstan, with particular attention to the process of establishing the Kurultai. In this context, the role of parliamentary cooperation in further strengthening bilateral ties was emphasized.The Kazakh diplomat highlighted the prospects for expanding trade and investment cooperation, expressing interest in attracting advanced technologies and investment for the implementation of joint projects, including in the areas of transport and logistics, digitalization, water resources management, critical metals, green energy and the nuclear industry.Director of the Eurasia Division of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Pierre-Yves Fux presented Switzerland’s regional projects and initiatives in the areas of water resources management and migration. He also outlined areas of cooperation in environmental protection, official development assistance and legal cooperation, while highlighting opportunities to expand the legal framework of Kazakhstan-Switzerland relations.The sides discussed cooperation within international organizations and the promotion of common approaches to current issues on the international agenda. The schedule of upcoming political contacts was reviewed, and the parties reaffirmed their interest in ensuring substantive content for these engagements.As part of his visit, Arman Issetov also held a separate meeting with State Secretary of the FDFA Alexandre Fasel. The interlocutors discussed current geopolitical issues, as well as further cooperation within international organizations.Following the meetings, the sides reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening the Kazakhstan-Switzerland partnership and expanding practical cooperation in priority areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1288727?lang=ru

Budapest, 9 September 2026 – Ambassador-Designate of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Hungary Anel Bakytbekkyzy visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Hungary, where she presented copies of her Letters of Credence to Chief of Protocol Mariann Szűcs and held a meeting with Gábor Ferenc Nagy, Deputy State Secretary for the Development of Eastern Relations.During the meeting, the sides reviewed the current state and prospects for the further development of Kazakh-Hungarian relations, with particular emphasis on expanding political dialogue, trade, economic and investment cooperation, as well as cultural and humanitarian ties.The sides highlighted Hungary’s role as one of Kazakhstan’s key strategic partners in Central and Eastern Europe. The Kazakh side reaffirmed its interest in further deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries, implementing mutually beneficial joint projects, and strengthening constructive cooperation within international fora.The parties also exchanged views on current international and regional issues and discussed preparations for forthcoming bilateral contacts and visits at the senior and highest levels.The Ambassador-Designate briefed the Hungarian side on the latest stages in the modernization and renewal of Kazakhstan’s state and political system undertaken at the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, including the entry into force of the new Constitution, the establishment of the Halyk Kenesy and the office of Vice-President, as well as the elections of deputies to the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan held on 23 August 2026.The Hungarian side congratulated A.Bakytbekkyzy on her appointment as Ambassador-Designate of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Hungary and wished her every success in her diplomatic mission. Relations with Kazakhstan are of particular importance to Hungary, rooted both in the historical and cultural affinity between the two peoples and in the strong strategic partnership between the two countries. The Hungarian side also highlighted the pragmatic nature of bilateral relations and expressed its interest in further developing concrete areas of mutually beneficial cooperation.At the conclusion of the meeting, A.Bakytbekkyzy thanked the Hungarian side for the warm welcome and substantive exchange of views, reaffirming her commitment to making every effort to further strengthen the Kazakh-Hungarian strategic partnership and advance the traditional ties of friendship between the two countries. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1288722?lang=ru