LEGAL ALERT: IMPORTANT UPDATES TO REGISTRATION LEGISLATION IN KAZAKHSTAN
In 2026, Kazakhstan introduced several regulatory changes affecting the registration and maintenance of Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) and other legal entities. The amendments are aimed at increasing transparency of corporate structures, improving the accuracy of state registration data, and strengthening safeguards against fraudulent registrations. Below are key highlights:
- Mandatory Personal Presence of the Founder (effective from April 01, 2026)
Under the Order of the Minister of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 21 November 2025 No. 687, the personal presence of a founder may be required when registering or re-registering LLPs, as well as Branches and Representative Offices.
Previously, most registration procedures could be completed entirely online through the eGov portal. Under the new rules, applicants may receive a notification in their personal eGov account requiring them to appear in person at the registration authority.
The measure is intended to strengthen identity verification and reduce the risk of fraudulent registrations and the use of nominee founders.
- Confirmation of the Registered Address
Applicants must now confirm the legal address of a company when submitting registration documents, including electronic applications.
In particular, the consent of the property owner must be provided. The declared address is also automatically verified through state information systems, including the national address register.
This change is intended to prevent the use of fictitious or mass registration addresses.
- Expanded Information in Registration Documents (effective from February 10, 2026)
The application forms used for the registration and re-registration of legal entities have been updated.
Applicants must now provide additional information regarding founders, participants, and beneficial owners, including:
- place of birth
- identification numbers issued in the country of residence
- ownership interests in the charter capital
These amendments aim to enhance transparency of ownership structures and strengthen oversight of beneficial ownership.
- Clarification of the Procedure for Updating Registration Data
The procedure for updating state registration data has been clarified.
Changes to certain corporate information are now expressly treated as grounds for updating the registration data of a legal entity, including:
- types of business activities
- contact information
- registered address
- other key corporate information
Companies are expected to ensure that their registration data remains accurate and up to date.
- Related Changes to Tax Registration (effective from January 10, 2026)
In parallel with the above amendments, Kazakhstan has introduced changes to tax registration procedures.
These include updated tax application forms and revised filing requirements for certain tax registrations, including VAT registration. Although these changes do not directly modify the legal entity registration procedure, they affect the broader process of establishing and operating a business in Kazakhstan.
Practical Implications for Businesses and Investors
The new requirements introduce additional verification procedures and expanded disclosure obligations for companies establishing or maintaining a corporate presence in Kazakhstan.
In practice, businesses should consider the following:
- longer preparation timelines for registration and re-registration procedures
- the possible requirement for founders to appear in person before the registration authority
- the need to ensure proper confirmation of the registered address before submitting documents
- more detailed disclosure of beneficial ownership and founder information
Foreign investors and companies planning to establish an LLP or restructure their corporate presence in Kazakhstan should ensure that all required information and supporting documents are prepared in advance in order to avoid delays in the registration process.
