On 24.09.2025, the Department of State Revenue for the Samar district, in the village of Kulynjon, held a seminar on "general changes in the new Tax Code."UGD specialists explained the general changes in the application of regimes for entrepreneurs and other major changes in the field of taxation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-vko/press/news/details/1074634?lang=kk

Astana, September 23, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov held a meeting with Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain Luis Francisco Martínez.The parties discussed the current state and prospects for strengthening strategic partnership in the political, trade, economic, investment, cultural, and humanitarian spheres, as well as the schedule of upcoming events.During the meeting, participants noted that trade and economic relations between Kazakhstan and Spain are growing dynamically, including significant investment projects in Kazakhstan involving leading Spanish companies.Considering the popularity of the Spanish language and culture in Kazakhstan, the diplomats discussed in detail cultural and humanitarian projects of mutual interest. Issues of sports diplomacy were also touched upon.The Spanish Ambassador shared his views and expressed his readiness to intensify and further strengthen strategic cooperation between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1074639?lang=kk

On September 24, 2025, Deputy Head of the Representative office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Rashid Yerishev, participated in the conference “International UN Model – 2025: United for Peace – Building the Future Together”, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations.The event was attended by representatives of the diplomatic corps, international organizations, and students. The conference demonstrated the strong interest of Kazakhstani youth in developing innovative solutions for shaping a peaceful and just future.Special attention was given to the key messages of the President of Kazakhstan at the recent UN General Assembly in New York. The role of the UN Regional Center on Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty was also highlighted.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1074664?lang=kk

On September 24, a warm and festive awards ceremony for the winners of the regional round of the national competitions "Yenbek Zholy" and "Paryz" was held at the IQostanay Schoolchildren's Palace. Deputy Akim of the Kostanay Region, Gulbaram Musagazina, came to congratulate the participants."Hard work, professionalism, and honest labor are the foundation of progress and respect in any society. Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has repeatedly emphasized the importance of recognizing the contribution of working people to the country's development . This is confirmed by the declaration of this year as the Year of Working Professions. This is recognition of the people who, through their daily work, responsibility, and love for their work, make our lives better and the country stronger," Gulbaram noted in her speech. Gizatovna .« Еңбек " Zhol " — about continuity, respect, and pride in the professionCompetition " Eңbek" Zholy " tells the stories of work dynasties, mentors, and young professionals. This year, 26 employees from regional enterprises participated. Winners were announced in three categories:The Sazonov family from Rudny won the "Best Work Dynasty" award . Several generations of this family have dedicated themselves to the same work, passing on their experience, values, and love for the profession . Their combined work experience at SSGPO is 225 years.Faskhutdinov deservedly received the title of "Best Mentor of Working Youth" Rishat Izakovich from Kostanay , who not only excels in his duties but also helps young colleagues at the KTEK State Enterprise grow and develop.Arstambaev won the "Best Young Production Worker" award. Asylbek Yerbulatovich from the city of Zhitikara . His drive for success, hard work, and professionalism have become an example for his peers.As Asylbek admits Arstambaev : "I chose the electrician profession because it interests me . I enjoy working with my hands, understanding technology, and connecting equipment. This profession will always be in demand—electricity is everywhere: at home, at work, in production. And being an electrician is a responsible job , and people's safety depends on it."The winners were awarded commemorative statues and cash prizes, and all participants received diplomas and sincere words of gratitude for their contribution to the region's development." Paryz " is about social business and caring for people.The " Paryz " competition recognizes caring businesses—companies that not only focus on profit but also embrace an important social mission. This year, eight regional employers participated, and each one deserves recognition.The winners were:The winner of the "Best Socially Responsible Enterprise" category is Belozerka 2030 LLC from the Kostanay district, which doesn't just run a business but cares about people and the local community.The winner of the "Best Enterprise in Occupational Safety" category is Kostanay Minerals JSC from the Zhitikarinsky District, where the health and safety of employees is always a priority.In the nomination "Best Collective Agreement" - State Enterprise " Kostanay Thermal Power Company" from the city of Kostanay , where the workforce feels stability, support and respect.In the "For Contribution to the Environment" category , the winner was Sokolovsko-Syrbay Mining and Processing Production Association from the city of Rudny, which actively implements environmentally responsible practices.These competitions are an important reminder that behind every regional success are people—people who work, inspire, mentor, and care. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1074669?lang=kk

Employees of the Beineu customs post of the Department of State Revenue for the Mangystau region have compiled administrative materials on the facts of undeclared transportation of foreign currency across the customs border. The money was discovered during the border control of the passenger train "Volgograd – Tashkent". A citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan, M., born in 1967, without notifying about his foreign currency, which must be declared, moved 20,000 US dollars across the customs border.On this fact, the Beineu District Court of the Mangystau region decided to find M. guilty of committing an administrative offense under part 3 of Article 551 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan and impose an administrative penalty on him in the form of an administrative fine in the amount of 1,343,350 tenge to the state revenue. Funds in the amount of 10,000 US dollars should be confiscated for state revenue. The funds in the amount of 10,000 US dollars after the entry into force of the decree should be returned to the owner, citizen M. A citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan, A., born in 1970, without notifying about the foreign currency in her possession that required declaration, moved 17,600 US dollars across the customs border.On this fact, the Beineu District Court of the Mangystau region decided to find A. guilty of committing an administrative offense under part 3 of Article 551 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan and impose an administrative penalty on her in the form of an administrative fine in the amount of 1,020,946 tenge to the state revenue. Funds in the amount of 7,600 US dollars should be confiscated for state revenue. The funds in the amount of 10,000 US dollars after the entry into force of the decree should be returned to the owner, citizen A. (unofficial translation)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-mangistau/press/news/details/1074675?lang=kk

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The Kostanay region's road sector budget for 2025 is 102 billion tenge, including:national roads – 47 billion tenge,local roads – 20 billion tenge,interbudget transfers – 35 billion tenge.This year, 1,300 km of public roads (104 sections) and over 400 streets in 103 settlements are planned to be repaired. Repair work has begun for the first time on access roads to 57 villages, where previously only routine maintenance was performed.Development of the street and road network in rural areas:Asphalt pavement will be laid on 293 street sections in 98 villages for the first time.Funding for the installation of pedestrian sidewalks in villages is provided by the regional budget.All measures are aimed at improving the living conditions of rural residents and enhancing road safety. Over the past three years (2022–2024), more than 120 billion tenge has been allocated to the regional road sector, enabling the repair of approximately 1,900 km of local roads and 923 street sections in populated areas.Quality Control:442 million tenge was allocated for the services of the Kostanay branch of the National Center for Road Asset Quality, ensuring 100% coverage of all projects with quality assurance.440 inspections were conducted, 949 samples were collected, and contractors reworked substandard work worth 88.1 million tenge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1074706?lang=kk

According to Arman Kasenov, Vice Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, GDP growth in the first eight months of this year was 6,5%, including 8,8% growth in the real sector and 5,1% in services. The best performing sectors were transportation, construction, trade, mining, manufacturing, and agriculture.«Fixed capital investment increased by 14,3% to 11,5 trillion tenge. Compared to the same period in 2024, fixed capital investment growth was demonstrated by financial and insurance activities (204%), education (193%), manufacturing (134%), agriculture (129%), transportation (115%), and real estate transactions (111%)», - the speaker said at a press conference at the Central Communications Service.In the first quarter of 2025, gross FDI inflows to Kazakhstan amounted to $6,6 billion, which is 6,2% more than in the same period of 2024.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1074728?lang=kk

The Department of State Revenues for the city of Shymkent informs that, in accordance with the amendments made on March 14, 2025, to the Order of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On certain issues of the use of cash registers" dated February 16, 2018, No. 208, a Data Transmission Protocol has been developed for cash registers with the function of recording and/or transmitting data to the fiscal data operators' server, version 2.0.3.🔸 On June 20, 2025, Protocol version 2.0.3 was published on the official website of the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan at the following link:https://kgd.gov.kz/sites/default/files/KGD/UGU/protokol_peredachi_dannyh_2_0_3_operator.docx🔸 Protocol version 2.0.3 provides a service for the automatic connection of cash registers to the National Goods Catalogue and determination of geolocation on the side of the fiscal data operator (FDO), which determines the exact location of the cash register.🔸 In this regard, the deadlines for transition to the new Protocol version 2.0.3 have been set:– Taxpayers using cash registers that are hardware-software complexes must reprogram the functions of their cash registers in accordance with Protocol version 2.0.3 by October 15, 2025.– Taxpayers using cash registers that are electronic devices with the function of recording and/or transmitting data ("hardware cash registers") must complete reprogramming by November 15, 2025.🔸 Additionally, we inform you that, starting from November 17, 2025, Protocol version 2.0.2 of the FDO is scheduled to be disabled.🔸 As of today, the list of FDOs includes 10 legal entities:JSC "Kazakhtelecom", JSC "Transtelecom", LLP "Kar-Tel", JSC "Kaspi Bank", LLP "IT ANALYTICS", LLP "Bukhta.kz", LLP "Smartcontract", JSC "Jusan Mobile", LLP "Comrun", LLP "Vaipoing".🔸 At the same time, the update of cash registers that are hardware-software complexes is carried out automatically without contacting Technical Service Centers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-shymkent/press/news/details/1074757?lang=kk

As Arman Kasenov, Vice Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, noted at a press conference at the Central Communications Service, the role of the Investment Attraction Council has been strengthened. Its powers enable investors to expedite and simplify all necessary procedures. Regional Investment Headquarters have been established.«For investment projects in priority sectors worth over 54 million dollars, the opportunity has been provided to conclude an Investment Agreement, which guarantees the stability of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan for a period of up to 25 years. This instrument provides a flexible and individualized approach to structuring various government support measures», - the speaker noted.Furthermore, to fully support the investment cycle from investor search to project completion, work has been carried out to regulate the «investor journey», which will be tracked on the National Digital Investment Platform. A mechanism has been introduced to minimize pressure on businesses from regulatory government agencies, requiring all restrictive decisions regarding investors to be approved by the prosecutor's office. A Fast Track system, or «green corridor», is in place for investment projects in priority economic sectors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1074766?lang=kk

1. What portion of a pension is currently taxed in Kazakhstan and what portion is not?In Kazakhstan, pension benefits from the state budget are tax-exempt, while benefits from the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (UAPF) are taxable. According to the current Tax Code, pension benefits from the UAPF are considered income subject to individual income tax (IIT) at a rate of 10% at source. This means that pension contributions are transferred to individual pension savings accounts before tax. IIT is withheld upon payment. IIT is withheld collectively from all types of pension benefits, including compulsory pension contributions (CPC), compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC), and voluntary pension contributions (VPC). Adjustments and tax deductions are also taken into account.However, this situation will only last until the end of 2025. As a reminder, the new Tax Code will come into effect on January 1, 2026, and, according to it, IIT will not be withheld from pension benefit payments from the UAPF. 2. What changes have been made to the new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan regarding individual income tax (IIT) on pension benefits?According to the new Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, from 01.01.2026, individual income tax (IIT) will not be withheld from all types of pension payments, as well as from lump-sum pension benefit payments (LSPBP) for housing and/or medical treatment, except for cases when the recipient is not a resident of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The changes also include the cancellation from January 1, 2026 of accrued obligations to pay IIT from LSPBP for housing/treatment, deferred until pension payments are received according to the schedule. 3. Will the IIT withheld before January 1, 2026 be refunded? The provisions of the new Tax Code do not provide for the return of previously withheld IIT.Let us clarify that according to the current Tax Code, when using lump-sum pension benefit payments for housing/treatment, IIT is withheld. At the same time, there are two ways to withhold it at the recipient's choice: immediately upon receipt of the LSPBP or with a deferment until retirement. In connection with the introduction of the new Tax Code from 01.01.2026, if the contributor pays IIT earlier, it will not be returned, and the obligations for the deferred IIT will be written off.Let us note that until December 31, 2025 inclusive, the calculation, withholding and payment of IIT from pension payments and EPO from UAPF will be carried out in the current mode 4. If the beneficiary has reached retirement age and is paying IIT, will the IIT deduction continue from 1 January 2026?The provisions of the new Tax Code provide for the exemption from January 1, 2026, of income in the form of pension payments, lump sum pension benefit payments from UAPF from individual income tax, with the exception of pension benefit payments from UAPF made to non-residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan. 5. How will the rules on tax deductions for voluntary pension contributions change?The changes include the abolition of tax deductions on voluntary pension contributions made in one's own favor from January 1, 2026. However, like other types of payments from the UAPF, pension benefits from the VPC will be exempt from IIT.At the same time, the rule will remain that voluntary pension contributions transferred by a tax agent to the UAPF in favor of an employee are not an individual's income (and therefore are not subject to IIT), and for the employer, such expenses are deductible when calculating corporate income tax. That is, in this case, both the employee and the employer receive tax benefits.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimat-beyneu/press/news/details/1074771?lang=kk

The Department of Internal Affairs of Shymkent reminds that in order to offset and refund erroneously, overpaid (collected) amounts of taxes, payments (with the exception of fees and charges that are not subject to offset and refund) to the budget, penalties, and fines, taxpayers submit a tax statement (Appendix 15 approved by Order of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 160 dated 12.02.2018)..A tax statement with a supporting document from the authorized body is submitted through the State Corporation (PSC), as well as through the egov e-Government website.kz, the Taxpayer's Office web application and the mobile application (E-salyk Azamat, egov.kz mobile).The offsetting and refund of the excessively, erroneously paid (collected) amount of tax, payment to the budget, penalty, fine are made by the state revenue authority in the following order:- at the place of keeping personal accounts – based on the information of such personal accounts;- at the place of payment of payments to the budget for which personal accounts are not maintained, – on the basis of documents submitted by the taxpayer, issued by the relevant authorized state body or received via an electronic database and (or) on paper, confirming the failure of actions for which payment of payments to the budget is provided.Also, please note that the application for set-off and refund cannot be sent through a single platform for receiving and processing all citizens' requests for "e-Appeals", the public service on the "e-Appeals" platform is not provided.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-shymkent/press/news/details/1074773?lang=kk

On September 24, Kazakhstan's Ambassador to Lebanon, Rasul Jumaly, visited the city of Qalamoun, located in the north of the country. During a meeting, the city's mayor, Rawad Al-Helou, expressed a desire to establish comprehensive cooperation with Kazakhstan, which enjoys significant influence in the Muslim world. Qalamoun, historically one of Lebanon's commercial and cultural centers, is now known for its achievements in tourism, handicrafts, agricultural production, as well as science and education. During the conversation, the Kazakh diplomat shared information about his country's capabilities and priority areas for developing bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-beirut/press/news/details/1074776?lang=kk

On September 24, Kazakhstan's Ambassador to Lebanon, Rasul Jumaly, met with the newly appointed Palestinian Ambassador to Lebanon, Mohammed Al-Asaad. During the warm conversation, both sides discussed the historical and current ties between the two countries. It was noted that Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat was the first high-ranking Arab official to visit Kazakhstan after it declared sovereignty and expressed support for it. The Palestinian diplomat spoke of his people's suffering in the conflict with Israel, noting that the growing list of countries recognizing their statehood inspires great hope. Al-Asaad expressed gratitude for Astana's firm and fair position on a peaceful resolution of the Palestinian issue, including a speedy resolution of the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-beirut/press/news/details/1074781?lang=kk

25 сентября 2025 года заключён Меморандум о сотрудничестве между Казахским национальным университетом имени Аль-Фараби и Комитетом по правовой статистике и специальным учетам Генеральной прокуратуры.Достигшее соглашение является очередным шагом в реализации поручения Главы государства по совершенствованию прогнозно-аналитической деятельности.Документ подписан ректором Университета Жансеитом Туймебаевым  и председателем Комитета Генеральной прокуратуры государственным советником юстиции 3-го класса Сабитом Нурлыбай.Меморандум предусматривает объединение усилий правоохранительных органов и академического сообщества в целях развития инновационных решений по прогнозированию преступных угроз и выявлению рисков общественной безопасности.Особое внимание уделено деятельности нового подразделения Комитета, созданного в рамках исполнения поручения Главы государства на заседании коллегии правоохранительных органов в июне текущего года — Центра прогнозирования преступных угроз и рисков общественной безопасности, который является площадкой для внедрения научных исследований и современных технологий в практику правоохранительных органов.«Комитет, выполняя задачи по прогнозированию преступных угроз, сталкивается с необходимостью одновременно применять технологичные инструменты и исследовательские методы. Их эффективность зависит от научной базы, глубины и качества их разработки.Именно здесь мы видим роль Университета.Комитетом уже заключены меморандумы с ведущими вузами страны, такими как университет имени Максута Нарикбаева, Международный университет Астана, Карагандинский университет имени академика Е.А. Букетова и Институт законодательства Министерства юстиции.Для нас важно, чтобы научные сотрудники университета работали совместно с прокурорами Центра прогнозирования. Сотрудничество позволит объединить большие данные Комитета с методологической экспертизой академической среды и создать модели, которые будут использоваться в работе правоохранительных органов», — отметил Председатель Комитета Сабит Нурлыбай.Согласно достигнутым договорённостям, Комитет и Университет начнут совместные научно-исследовательские работы по прогнозированию преступности, ориентированные под практические нужды.Это позволит Университету расширить и актуализировать исследовательскую базу, а Комитету — внедрять передовые разработки, имеющие научное обоснование.Отдельное направление меморандума связано с вовлечением студентов последних курсов IT-направлений в проекты Центра прогнозирования преступных угроз. Будущие специалисты смогут пройти практику, получить уникальный опыт работы в государственном органе и внести вклад в развитие аналитических инструментов.Стратегический результат сотрудничества — создание новой аналитической школы, способной разрабатывать модели прогнозирования преступности и системы раннего предупреждения, которые будут востребованы в практической работе правоохранительных и уполномоченных органов для реализации Концепции «Закон и Порядок». Комитет по правовой статистике и специальным учетамГенеральной прокуратуры Республики КазахстанSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/pravstat/press/news/details/1074816?lang=kk

The purpose of the event is to increase legal and digital literacy in the context of the rapid development of information technology.During the meeting, the participants were told:- ways to protect personal data;- about precautions when using mobile devices and free Wi-Fi access points;- about the rules of safe behavior in social networks;- about protecting personal accounts from hacking;- the importance of using complex passwords and two-factor authentication.Such events contribute to the formation of responsible and safe behavior skills in the digital environment, as well as raise awareness of possible risks when using information technology.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ukmaslihat/press/news/details/1074824?lang=kk

Abu Dhabi, September 24, 2025 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Arab Emirates, Rauan Zhumabek, held a meeting with the Attorney General of the UAE, Hamad Al Shamsi.During the meeting, the parties discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between the relevant institutions in order to enhance the effectiveness of mutual interaction on the execution of extradition requests and the provision of legal assistance.The Kazakh diplomat underlined the special role of the UAE Attorney General’s Office as the key authority responsible for ensuring legality in handling extradition and mutual legal assistance requests in criminal matters, and expressed gratitude to Mr. Al Shamsi for his continued support.In turn, Mr. Al Shamsi emphasized his readiness to provide assistance to the Kazakh side and confirmed his interest in further strengthening cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-abudhabi/press/news/details/1076268?lang=kk

Vienna, 23 September 2025 – Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the International Organizations in Vienna Mukhtar Tileuberdi met with the new Head of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Programme Office in Astana Alexey Rogov.Ambassador M.Tileuberdi congratulated A.Rogov on his appointment and praised the Programme Office's work in assisting Kazakhstan in fulfilling its OSCE commitments, as well as in supporting the reforms and initiatives of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev aimed at building a "Fair Kazakhstan."In turn, A.Rogov expressed his readiness to leverage the accumulated experience of working in Central Asia to further strengthen cooperation between the OSCE and Kazakhstan, taking into account the priorities and interests of the host country.The parties discussed priority areas of interaction between Kazakhstan and the OSCE, prospects for their development and agreed to continue active cooperationSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1074442?lang=kk

A meeting of the consultative and advisory body was held under the chairmanship of the Deputy Akim of the city, M. M. Shulenov.The agenda included the following issues:Activities of the Penal Correction System (institutions No.38, No.40, No.76);Provision of the city police with necessary equipment (dash cameras, terminals);Placement of convicts in the adaptation center;Implementation of protocol instructions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1074464?lang=kk