The Astana International Financial Center (AIFC) provides a compelling Investment Tax Residency program aimed at attracting foreign investors to Kazakhstan. To qualify for this program, applicants must meet specific criteria, including not being a tax resident of Kazakhstan under the Tax Code and having renounced Kazakhstani citizenship within the last 20 years prior to their initial application.
Investors looking to benefit from this program must make qualifying investments in securities listed on the Astana International Exchange (AIX) or in shares of legal entities registered within the AIFC. The required minimum investment and authorized capital is set at $60,000 USD.
Upon securing investment residency, investors become eligible to apply for the A5 investor visa, which is valid for five years and can be extended indefinitely, provided the individual maintains active participation in the program.
Key Benefits of the AIFC Investment Tax Residency Program:
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Tax exemptions on foreign income and investments
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Low investment threshold with access to highly liquid instruments
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Unrestricted entry to Kazakhstan
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Five-year visa for the investor and immediate family members
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90-day residency rule to obtain a Tax Residency Certificate
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Optional tax residency with exemptions on interest, profits, and dividends from securities and company shares