On December 3, 2025, from 09:00 to 15:00, an online conference will be held on the «Open Government» portal (egov.kz) on the topic: «Changes and innovations in the new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan regarding VAT taxpayer registration (types of VAT registration, deregistration, exceeding the VAT threshold, etc.)». Questions on this topic can be submitted on the egov.kz portal at the following link: https://dialog.egov.kz/conference/5354.     The questions will be answered by Edil Azimshaiky Serikuly, Head of the VAT Administration Department of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1117561?lang=kk

On December 2, 2025, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov presented the exequatur to the newly appointed Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye Tugba Ozdenfedakar and wished success in her mission. In turn, the Consul General of Türkiye expressed her gratitude and confirmed willingness to work for the benefit of the development of bilateral relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1117500?lang=kk

On December 2, 2025, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov received the Director of the Hungarian financial-technology company «Cardinal» Nemchich Robert. During the meeting, the parties discussed the expansion of cooperation in the field of digitalization and technologies and confirmed their readiness to implement joint projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1117507?lang=kk

 In the West Kazakhstan Region, entrepreneurs included a clause in a supply contract requiring a local manufacturer to pay a retail chain a 10% commission on the value of the delivered goods. However, the subject of the contract was butter, a product included in the list of socially significant food products, making such requirements illegal.After receiving the information, the Department of Trade and Consumer Protection of the West Kazakhstan Region conducted an investigation and confirmed the violation. Experts determined that the retail chain had knowingly included the obligation to pay a commission in the contract, despite a direct prohibition under the law regarding socially significant goods.The Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the Regulation of Trade Activities" does allow for the inclusion of a commission in the price of food products. However, such a commission cannot exceed 5% of the product's value and can only be applied to products not included in the list of socially significant food products. Payment of a commission is completely prohibited for socially significant food products. Overall, the Department initiated administrative cases against 192 businesses during the past period of 2025. These figures demonstrate that the agency maintains strict and consistent government oversight in the trade sector, paying particular attention to compliance with legal regulations, particularly regarding price regulation and rules for handling socially significant food products.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1117476?lang=kk

Today, at the staff meeting, they reported on the preparations for the celebration of the main state holiday — Independence Day and the organization of New Year's events.By Independence Day, a significant holiday of the country, thematic meetings with public figures, lectures, exhibitions, quests, patriotic classes will be held in all educational and cultural organizations of Kostanay, and a flower-laying ceremony is planned at the monuments of Akhmet Baitursynov and Myrzhakyp Dulatovich.New Year's events will begin with the simultaneous burning of Christmas trees in the central square of the regional akimat, Zhastar Boulevard, Keruen Park, Kunai and Yubileyny neighborhoods.  At the request of the townspeople, this year's Christmas tree lighting ceremony will take place on December 18 at 20:00.  This time was set so that after the end of the working day and the second shift at school, parents with children could get to the venues of the festive events in a timely manner and enjoy them without haste.Traditionally, ice slides, illuminated skating rinks, an ice maze, themed glaciers and light compositions are equipped in the city center, as well as in other places.We remind you that during festive events it is important to observe safety measures, monitor children and carefully follow the rules for the use of pyrotechnics and festive decorations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1117478?lang=kk

1. Basic requirements for the applicantThe applicant must be a legal entity registered in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.  He must have the right of ownership, economic / operational management or lease of a room and / or an open area intended for storing his own goods.  If the property is leased, the lease agreement must be concluded for at least 6 months from the date of application.  2.Requirements for the warehouse/storage areaThe storage facility (room or outdoor area) must meet the following conditions: The availability of certified weighing equipment that corresponds to the nature of the goods and vehicles; if the warehouse is intended for gas, appropriate metering devices must be installed.  Access roads that are technically sound: good access roads; as well as places for the inspection of goods that have a hard surface (concrete, asphalt, rubber or other) and, if necessary, covered areas with electric lighting.  The warehouse area (including warehouses, platforms, loading and unloading areas) must have a single postal address and be solidly fenced around the perimeter.  The territory/warehouse must be designated as a zone subject to the requirements of customs legislation — in accordance with Article 404 of the relevant Code "on Customs Regulation in the Republic of Kazakhstan".   3.Documents and application procedureThe application for inclusion is submitted through the portal (information system "KEDEN" keden.kgd.gov.kz ).  It is necessary to provide documents confirming ownership or lease (lease period ≥ 6 months), as well as documents confirming the warehouse's compliance with technical requirements (plans, diagrams, equipment, address, borders, etc.).After submission, the territorial customs authority conducts an inspection of the premises and territory, verifies compliance with the requirements.  The decision to include a warehouse for storing its own goods in the register is made within 10 working days from the date of registration of the application.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1117449?lang=kk

In accordance with the decisions of the city and district maslikhats of the Karaganda region, tax rates have been reduced from 4% to 2% when applying a special tax regime based on a simplified declaration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-karaganda/press/news/details/1117450?lang=kk

Пресс-релиз02.12.2025 г.                                                                                                   г. Астана Минтруда Казахстана и Минюст Кореи договорились о расширении временных рамок программы добровольного выезда Министерство труда и социальной защиты населения РК в ходе переговоров с Министерством юстиции Республики Корея по вопросам снижения нелегальной миграции и защиты прав наших граждан достигли договоренности по расширению временных рамок программы добровольного выезда (далее – Программа), позволяющей казахстанцам, работавшим в Корее нелегально, добровольно покинуть страну без штрафов и запрета на повторный въезд. Воспользоваться этой возможностью наши соотечественники могут в период с декабря 2025 года по февраль 2026 года включительно.Эти меры направлены на смягчение правовых последствий и поддержку тех, кто готов урегулировать свой статус. Программа не распространяется на лиц, совершивших уголовные преступления, подлежащих принудительному выдворению, а также на иностранцев, оказавшихся в нелегальном статусе после 1 декабря 2025 года.Для участия в Программе необходимы паспорт, заявление о добровольном выезде и авиабилет. Подача предварительного уведомления осуществляется через иммиграционные офисы Республики Корея в период от 15 до 3 дней до даты вылета.Министерство труда и социальной защиты населения РК (далее – МТСЗН) настоятельно рекомендует гражданам Казахстана устраиваться на работу за рубежом только на законных основаниях, чтобы избежать рисков нелегальной миграции, выдворения, штрафов, ограничения прав, а также возможных ситуаций трудовой эксплуатации.Необходимо пользоваться только официальными и проверенными каналами трудоустройства, включая лицензированные частные агентства занятости, государственные программы и официальные предложения работодателей.МТСЗН продолжит системную работу по защите прав граждан Казахстана, работающих за рубежом.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay-fedorov/press/news/details/1123809?lang=kk

For example, the large retail chain Metro was held administratively liable for exceeding the 15% trade markup on socially important food products, according to Part 2 of Article 204-4 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Metro Cash & Carry LLC appealed the Department's administrative decision in all courts, including through cassation, but to no avail, as the Department's actions were legal.It's worth noting that this is not the first time Metro has been held administratively liable for imposing a trade markup. Previously, in 2024, Metro Cash & Carry LLC was held administratively liable for a trade markup and also appealed the Department's administrative decision in court. As a result, the business entity's claims were denied, including by the Supreme Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Large Almaty retail chains, such as Small and Toimart, were also held administratively liable for exceeding the 15% markup.During the Department's comprehensive efforts to implement state oversight functions, the SMALL retail chain was held administratively liable by the court under Article 462 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan for obstructing Department officials in the performance of their state oversight functions.Comprehensive efforts are currently underway to hold unscrupulous entrepreneurs selling socially important food products in convenience stores administratively liable. Overall, the Almaty Department of Trade and Consumer Protection has imposed fines totaling over 32 million tenge on entrepreneurs who inflated the markup on socially important products.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1117468?lang=kk

at the Saken Seifullin Central Library, an information session titled “Religious Extremism – A Dangerous Phenomenon” was organized with the aim of strengthening society’s spiritual security and increasing readers’ religious awareness.The event began with an introductory speech by the presenter. Participants were provided with information about the essence of religious extremism, its harmful impact on society, and the danger of the spread of radical ideology. To enhance understanding of the topic, a video titled “Religious Extremism – A Threat to Society” was shown.The event was attended by Kanat Mutebayev, a theologian-specialist of the Zhetysu Region Center for the Study and Rehabilitation of Religious Issues, and a member of the Republican Information and Awareness Group. He shared valuable insights on maintaining religious stability, distinguishing reliable information, and identifying dangerous false movements, as well as answered participants’ questions. In addition, librarian Gauhar Bolatbekova continued the event with a bibliographic review of the book exhibition “Religious Extremism – A Threat to Society.” The information session was attended by 9th-grade students of the A. Abai Secondary School Gymnasium No. 1.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1117424?lang=kk

      The Social Services Portal is designed to provide individuals with disabilities with technical aids and rehabilitation services (TARS) with the ability to independently select a Provider. Interaction between the Recipient, Provider, and Authorized Body occurs within the framework of the Agreement concluded through the Portal.Providers are required to provide goods and services strictly in accordance with the information posted on the Portal. Any additional terms, promotions, advertising, or offers of additional goods, services, or rewards are prohibited. The Recipient pays only the difference between the cost of the selected TRS and the guaranteed amount established by law.If any violations, signs of fraud, or imposition of additional services are detected, Recipients are required to report them to the authorized bodies. This information may serve as grounds for removing the unscrupulous Provider from the Portal registry.For questions regarding the operation of the Portal, please contact the contact center at 1414 or the Administration at 8 (7222) 36-01-72.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-kurchatov/press/news/details/1117428?lang=kk

The Ust-Kamenogorsk city Maslikhat hosted a meeting of the interim commission to discuss the draft budget of the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk, presented by the Department of Housing Relations of the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk and the Department of Construction of the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk.During the meeting, the construction department was recommended to work out financing issues from the regional and republican budgets to complete projects implemented in the field of infrastructure and the construction of residential buildings.The Housing Relations Department needs to prepare budget applications for the allocation of funds for the repair of facades of apartment buildings, as well as for the purchase of apartments for owners of dilapidated houses with a view to their subsequent relocation from the emergency fund. In addition, the department should work out possible mechanisms for repairing elevator equipment on the city's balance sheet, with calculations of the necessary budget funds.The Ust-Kamenogorsk City Territorial Administration Center is recommended to calculate the required costs for repairing football boxes located in courtyards, determine the procedure for their transfer to the balance of a specialized organization (government agency), and prepare calculations to improve the material and technical base of the branches of the Ust-Kamenogorsk City Territorial Administration Center.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1117366?lang=kk

At Institution No. 50, as part of the implementation of the “Law and order” Concept, an intellectual quiz was held with the participation of representatives of the youth wing “Zhashtar Rukhy” of the Amanat party. The event was aimed at enhancing legal awareness, developing communication skills, and strengthening dialogue between young people and inmates.The quiz consisted of five consecutive stages, each designed to broaden the participants’ outlook and strengthen their knowledge.Teams composed of inmates and youth activists competed with one another. This format helped build constructive dialogue, promoted respect and mutual understanding, and contributed to breaking down stereotypes between generations.The event was held in a dynamic and positive atmosphere. Participants demonstrated high engagement, interest, and a desire for self-improvement. Such initiatives play an important role in fostering legal culture and expanding opportunities for the social reintegration of inmates.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/duissko/press/news/details/1117380?lang=kk

In the village of Marinogorsk in the Marinogorsk rural district, Seilkanov IP completed fencing a children's playground. The project cost was 730,000 tengeSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-samar-marinogor/press/news/details/1117359?lang=kk

On December 2, 2025, the head of the Internal Policy Department of the Akimat of the Zhitikarinsky district, M. A. Dzhetenov, met with students at the Zhitikarinsky Polytechnic College.Within the framework of the republican environmental program "Taza Kazakhstan", the participants were presented the main directions of work on the improvement and sanitary maintenance of the district.This year, a set of measures has been implemented in the Zhitikarinsky district to green the city, repair monuments, install small architectural forms and develop street infrastructure.Landscaping has been completed, more than 3.8 thousand seedlings have been planted, sanitary pruning of trees has been carried out, unauthorized landfills have been eliminated, container sites have been installed and infrastructure for the removal of bulky waste has been created.The 109 call center is functioning in the city, thanks to which residents promptly report landscaping problems - over 800 requests have been received in 10 months.Special attention is being paid to the development of public spaces: playgrounds and sports grounds have been installed, a major renovation of a rural stadium has been completed, and work is underway to restore apartment buildings for socially vulnerable categories of citizens. The street lighting was upgraded and the pillars were painted.In 2025, 51 dilapidated buildings were dismantled, which is significantly higher than planned. Social partners also make a great contribution to the improvement — the district's enterprises actively support the renovation of monuments, the creation of alleys and public areas.Examples of schoolchildren's participation in the environmental program are highlighted separately. Children from the villages of Zabelovka, Yrsai, Prigorodnoye and Turgenevka are improving courtyards on their own, creating decorative elements, updating play areas, demonstrating personal initiative and environmental responsibility.Work on the implementation of the Taza Kazakhstan program in the Zhitikarinsky district continues and is aimed at improving the quality of life, creating a comfortable urban environment and developing the ecological culture of the population. #TazaQazaqstan #TazaQazakstan #Eco-education #Environmentalism #Youth Ecology #QostanaiSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1117353?lang=kk

🇰🇿🇪🇺Today, Kazakhstan and the European Union will begin negotiations on visa facilitation. A meeting chaired by Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas took place in Brussels. Following the meeting, the parties announced that negotiations on visa facilitation for Kazakhstani citizens and a readmission agreement would begin on December 2. The EU remains Kazakhstan's largest economic partner, with trade reaching $50 billion and investment reaching $200 billion. More than 4,000 European companies operate in the country. The development of the Middle Corridor, as well as projects in the field of green economy and digitalization, were discussed separately (©Kursiv).

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A special meeting was held in the district, where topical issues related to agriculture were discussed. The meeting was attended by akim of the district Berik Sarmenbayev, head of the Regional Department of Agriculture and land relations Talgat Duisebayev, who considered in detail the preparation for the upcoming sowing season in the context of water scarcity in the region. "Deputy director of the Kyzylorda branch of RSE" "Kazsushar" "Aidos Asanbayev, head of the Aral–Syrdarya basin water inspection for regulation, protection and use of Water Resources Zeynulla Kaztoganov, director of ""Kyzylorda starch-molasses plant ""Shukhrat Kurbanov, as well as a representative of the regional branch of JSC" "agrarian Credit Corporation ""Nurzhan Zhanaliyev, director of the Kyzylorda regional branch of" "Phytosanitary "" Zhanat Duzelbaeva and heads of relevant industries and farms the leaders took part. During the meeting, the head of the Regional Department of Agriculture and land relations Talgat Duisebayev discussed the current state of irrigated agriculture in the district during the growing season, the results of the agricultural campaign this year and the directions of work planned for the next sowing period. The head of the department drew attention to the decrease in the volume of water along the Syrdarya River and its impact on arable land. Speaking on the agenda, industry experts noted the need to provide irrigation water, reduce the consequences of water shortages, and revise the structure of crops. In particular, proposals were made to reduce rice fields and gradually switch to low – water crops-corn, safflower and other alternative products. It was noted that the work in this direction will allow maintaining the stability of the agricultural sector and efficient use of Water Resources. The Majilis also discussed the instructions of the head of state on the widespread introduction of water-saving technologies in agriculture. In this regard, the issues of introducing modern methods such as drip and sprinkler irrigation, cleaning of water channels and drains, and improving the water metering system are on the agenda. At the Mazhilis, representatives of economic structures made proposals. Summing up the meeting, the Akim of the district noted the importance of strengthening the preparation for the upcoming growing season from today. He noted the need for full and high-quality development of seeds, fertilizers and agricultural machinery necessary for spring field work, the development of specific plans for the rational use of water sources. At the same time, he called on all responsible industry leaders and economic leaders to work together and harmoniously, noting that it is a common task to ensure the sustainable development of the agricultural sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1117224?lang=kk

Dear residents of Shymkent!A meeting with the population will be held with the participation of the Vice Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Yerikovich Birzhanov.Date: December 04, Beginning: 11:00 a.m.Venue: Shymkent, 89A Argynbekova str.Meeting room of the Department of State Revenue in Karatau districtPhone number for inquiries:8-7252-39-47-40Questions and suggestions are acceptedin direct @shymkent.salyq.kz or in the commentsbefore 18:00 on December 03Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-shymkent/press/news/details/1117225?lang=kk

In order to promote the ideology of "law and order", as well as to enhance the legal culture in society within the framework of the republican campaign "16 days against violence", prevention of domestic violence and increase public attention to security issues, a meeting with public organizations on "no violence" was held in the rural district on November 28. The event was attended by members of the Council of Mothers, councils of veterans and Elders of the rural district, Honorary citizen of the district, member of the Council of Mothers of Local Lore Zauresh Zhumagalievna Demeukulova, Samat Rahishov, Chairman of the Council of Elders of the Balkhash district, Chairman of the trade union organization, Galiya Abdrakhmanovna Zhusupova, a leading expert of the Balkhash district branch of the Center for Social Harmony and Development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/balkhash-zhideli/press/news/details/1117227?lang=kk