business registration
JSC REGISTRATION IN KAZAKHSTAN
The fastest possible registration of a joint-stock company (JSC) in Kazakhstan,
fully ready for operation
fully ready for operation
HOW TO REGISTER A JOINT-STOCK COMPANY
JSC REGISTRATION SERVICES IN KAZAKHSTAN
We are an independent advisory firm and do not act as a governmental authority, public body, or official registrar. Company registration is a well-established process in our firm that leaves no room for error. By entrusting your company's launch to us, you give it a solid foundation for growth.
- JSC registrationRegistration can be completed remotely or in person – your choice
- Opening an accountWe know the banks' requirements, so we prepare your documents to avoid rejections and get your account opened as quickly as possible
- Legal addressWe work with property owners and will select the best legal address for you
- Company sealWe will make a company seal to your design – no need to go anywhere
- JSC registrationRegistration can be completed remotely or in person – your choice
- Opening an accountWe know the banks' requirements, so we prepare your documents to avoid rejections and get your account opened as quickly as possible
- Legal addressWe work with property owners and will select the best legal address for you
- Company sealWe will make a company seal to your design – no need to go anywhere
DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR JSC REGISTRATION
FOR RESIDENTS
- ID card of the founder(s)Or the registration and constituent documents if the founders are legal entities
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- Proposed unique name of the JSCIn Kazakh, Russian and English
- Planned business activities of the JSC
REGISTRATION TIMEFRAME:
5 DAYS*
COST:
KZT 250,000
PAYMENT ON COMPLETION
5 DAYS*
COST:
KZT 250,000
PAYMENT ON COMPLETION
Documents are submitted to the registration authority electronically
*Timelines are subject to the processing times and procedures of the relevant governmental authorities.
*Timelines are subject to the processing times and procedures of the relevant governmental authorities.
REGISTRATION TIMEFRAME:
5 DAYS*
COST:
KZT 250,000
PAYMENT ON COMPLETION
5 DAYS*
COST:
KZT 250,000
PAYMENT ON COMPLETION
Documents are submitted to the registration authority electronically
*Timelines are subject to the processing times and procedures of the relevant governmental authorities.
*Timelines are subject to the processing times and procedures of the relevant governmental authorities.
DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR JSC REGISTRATION
FOR NON-RESIDENTS
Notarized copies of the founders' passports
Or notarized copies of the registration and constituent documents if the founders are legal entities. Documents notarized in EAEU countries (Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan) do not require legalization or an apostille. Documents notarized elsewhere require an apostille or legalization, depending on the country.
- Notarized copies of the founders' passportsOr notarized copies of the registration and constituent documents if the founders are legal entities. Documents notarized in EAEU countries (Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan) do not require legalization or an apostille. Documents notarized elsewhere require an apostille or legalization, depending on the country.
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- Proposed unique name of the JSCIn Kazakh, Russian and English
- IIN/BIN of the founder(s)
- Planned business activities of the JSC
REGISTRATION TIMEFRAME:
5 DAYS*
COST:
KZT 300,000
PAYMENT ON COMPLETION
Documents are submitted to the registration authority on paper by an authorized representative
*Timelines are subject to the processing times and procedures of the relevant governmental authorities.
ADDITIONAL
COSTS
- legal address: KZT 120,000 (companies not registered for VAT) or KZT 330,000 (VAT-registered companies)
- company seal: KZT 8,000
- bank account opening: KZT 270,000
- digital signature (EDS) for the director: KZT 45,000
REGISTRATION TIMEFRAME:
5 DAYS*
COST:
KZT 300,000
PAYMENT ON COMPLETION
Documents are submitted to the registration authority on paper by an authorized representative
*Timelines are subject to the processing times and procedures of the relevant governmental authorities.
ADDITIONAL
COSTS
legal address: KZT 120,000 (companies not registered for VAT) or KZT 330,000 (VAT-registered companies)
company seal: KZT 8,000
bank account opening: KZT 270,000
digital signature (EDS) for the director: KZT 45,000
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes – through a power of attorney issued to our specialist.
Since late 2023 this can no longer be done via the eGov.kz portal.
Since late 2023 this can no longer be done via the eGov.kz portal.
Tax incentives, access to dedicated infrastructure and a professional community. Our specialists can provide further details.
Under the general regime, a company pays corporate income tax (20%) and VAT (16%). Small businesses can instead use the simplified declaration regime with a single 4% tax on income. The retail tax regime was abolished on 1 January 2026 under the new Tax Code.
Our specialists can advise in more detail.
Our specialists can advise in more detail.
A joint-stock company is the right form if you plan to raise investment capital actively and expect a significant number of investors. When a shareholder changes, a JSC does not need re-registration, unlike an LLP, where a change of participant triggers it. Shares can be sold to raise capital.
Ordinary shares carry voting rights in the management of the company and the right to dividends when the company is able to pay them.
Preference shares give priority over ordinary shareholders to dividends in a predetermined amount.
The golden share carries no dividend rights but gives a veto over management decisions of the company.
Preference shares give priority over ordinary shareholders to dividends in a predetermined amount.
The golden share carries no dividend rights but gives a veto over management decisions of the company.
A JSC must disclose (publish), among other things:
- its financial statements
- the remuneration of the Board of Directors
- information on its affiliated persons
Yes, a JSC's annual financial statements are subject to a mandatory audit.
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