Start Business in Central Asia

Company Registration in Kazakhstan | AIFC Structuring | Regional Expansion

Expand into one of the world’s fastest-growing regions through a legally structured and strategically optimized market entry.

Bond Stone provides end-to-end legal support for company registration in Kazakhstan, AIFC company formation, and expansion into Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan.

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We do not just register companies.

We design and implement market entry strategies aligned with your business model, ensuring:

• Legal certainty
• Tax efficiency
• Regulatory compliance
• Scalable regional structure

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Who This Is For

This service is designed for:

• Foreign companies entering Central Asia
• Investment groups establishing regional holding structures
• Technology, fintech, telecom, and infrastructure companies
• Trading, logistics, and supply chain businesses
• Founders relocating or establishing regional headquarters

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Why Central Asia

• Strategic location between China, EU, Russia, and the Middle East
• Rapidly developing economies
• Pro-investor legal frameworks
• Increasing tax incentives and special regimes
• Underserved markets with high growth potential

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Why Most Clients Enter via Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan is the primary gateway into Central Asia:

• Largest and most developed economy in the region
• 100% foreign ownership permitted
• Advanced banking and financial system
• Strong legal infrastructure
• Direct access to the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC)
• Ideal base for expansion into Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan

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Jurisdiction Options & Structuring

Kazakhstan (LLP – Operational Entity)

Best for: local operations, trading, telecom, infrastructure

• Corporate tax: 20%
• Full access to domestic market
• No restrictions on foreign ownership
• Licensing required for regulated sectors

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AIFC (Astana International Financial Centre)

Best for: holding structures, fintech, international business

• Based on English common law
• 0% Corporate Income Tax (for qualifying activities until 2066)
• Independent regulator (AFSA)
• Separate court and arbitration system
• Substance requirements apply

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Uzbekistan

Best for: manufacturing, trade, market expansion

• Fast-growing economy
• Business-friendly reforms
• Simplified setup procedures

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Kyrgyzstan

Best for: cost-efficient structures and lean operations

• Low operational costs
• Flexible corporate framework

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Recommended Structures (Decision Guide)

Business Objective	Recommended Structure	Rationale
Operate in Kazakhstan	LLP	Full market access
International holding / fintech	AIFC company	Tax + English law
Regional expansion	Uzbekistan entity	Growth market
Cost optimization	Kyrgyz entity	Lower overhead
Advanced structuring	LLP + AIFC	Operational + tax efficiency

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What You Get

With Bond Stone, you receive:

• Structuring aligned with local law and international standards
• Fully compliant company formation
• Tax and corporate structuring (including AIFC options)
• Regulatory and licensing guidance
• Investor visa and immigration support
• Bank account assistance
• Operational readiness within 5–10 working days (depending on structure)

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Our Services (Turnkey Market Entry)

We provide full legal support:

• Company registration (LLP, AIFC, branch)
• Cross-border structuring
• Tax advisory and optimization
• Licensing and regulatory compliance
• Investor visa and immigration support
• Bank account opening assistance
• Ongoing legal and corporate support

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Packages

Basic Setup — from USD 1,200

• Company registration
• Foundational legal documentation

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Full Setup (Recommended) — USD 2,000 – 3,500

• Company registration
• Tax setup
• Bank account assistance
• Legal structuring

Recommended for most international clients

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Market Entry Package (Premium) — from USD 5,000+

• Company + investor visa
• Advanced structuring (AIFC / LLP hybrid)
• Priority handling
• Ongoing legal support
• Tailored solution based on business model

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Our Track Record

• 100+ companies successfully registered
• Clients from UAE, EU, China, and Asia
• Strong expertise in regulated sectors:
  • Telecom
  • Fintech
  • Crypto & digital assets
  • Infrastructure

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Case Example

International technology company (Middle East):

• Entered Kazakhstan via LLP
• Established AIFC holding for tax optimization
• Obtained investor visa for founder
• Opened bank account and launched operations
• Fully operational within 3 weeks

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Urgency / Market Timing

Central Asia is rapidly evolving, with increasing competition for market entry, partnerships, and strategic positioning.

Early entry provides a significant first-mover advantage.

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Start Your Business in Central Asia

Receive a clear legal structure and step-by-step execution plan tailored to your business.

• ✔ Clear jurisdiction strategy
• ✔ Transparent timelines and pricing
• ✔ Full legal support from entry to operation