Implements facilitation mechanisms for priority investments

On 31 December 2024, Kazakhstan adopted Order No. 11-1-4/746, amending the Rules for Organising a "One-Stop Shop" for Investors and the Procedure for Investment Attraction. The amendments introduce a structured investment classification, categorising projects into a "regional pool" (up to $2 million) and a "national pool" (over $2 million, including investment contracts).

A "green corridor" mechanism has been established to fast-track eligible projects from national pool based on investment size, technological innovation, investor status, and social impact. Additionally, large-scale projects exceeding $55.6 million are automatically assigned to a dedicated task force for specialised support.

The reforms also strengthen monitoring through quarterly reporting, regional rankings, and the automatic removal of inactive projects after three years. Post-investment support is extended for three years. The new rules took effect on 19 January 2025.

• Type:

  • Promotion and facilitation (Investment facilitation )

• Industry:

  • Not industry specific

• Sources:

  • adilet.zan.kz, Приказ и.о. Министра иностранных дел Республики Казахстан от 31 декабря 2024 года № 11-1-4/746, https://adilet.zan.kz/rus/docs/V2400035606#z5, 31 Dec 2024
  • JD Supra, Kazakhstan Amends Rules for Organizing a "One-Stop Shop" for Investors and the Procedure for Interaction in Attracting Investments, https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/kazakhstan-amends-rules-for-organizing-6585393/, 29 Jan 2025