Relocating a business is not only company registration but also taxes, a bank account, staff and visas. The right order of actions saves time and money.
Step 1. Structure
Choose a form (LLP/AIFC/branch) and jurisdiction to fit your business model and taxes. Decide where the holding sits and where the operating company sits.
Step 2. Registration and tax records
Register the company, get tax-registered and, if necessary, register for VAT.
Step 3. Bank and compliance
Open an account (the bank performs identification and screening — see compliance and KYC). The more transparent the structure, the easier it is to pass.
Step 4. Staff and visas
For foreign employees — work visas C3–C6 and foreign workforce permits; for investor-executives — A5/A6.
Step 5. Contracts and intellectual property
Transfer/re-execute key contracts, and register rights to brands and IP in Kazakhstan.
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This material is for reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Rules, deadlines and rates change — before acting, verify against primary sources (egov.kz, adilet.zan.kz, vmp.gov.kz) or consult the lawyers of SHANYRAQ Legal.