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Kazakhstan Bank Card for Foreigners
We help foreigners get a multicurrency Visa card from a Kazakhstan bank: we check your documents, prepare the power of attorney and the application, and support you until the card is issued. The bank decides whether to issue the card.
A Kazakhstan bank card for foreigners is useful if you live in Kazakhstan, travel there often or get paid by Kazakh clients and employers. We support the process of getting a multicurrency Visa card. The main condition is a Kazakhstan IIN (individual identification number): without it, the bank will not open an account. Besides the IIN, you need a scan of your passport, a Kazakh SIM card and a notarized power of attorney for our representative.
Most of the work is done under the power of attorney. The bank verifies your identity under its own rules: some banks do this remotely, others ask you to visit in person. The whole service usually takes about two weeks. We provide legal and advisory services and are not a bank, so the bank decides on the card and sets its own service fees. We work under a written agreement, with no prepayment.
Most of the work is done under a notarized power of attorney. Some banks verify your identity remotely, others ask for an in-person visit.
Who it is for
- Expats and holders of a Kazakhstan temporary residence permit who need a card for everyday spending
- People who travel to Kazakhstan often for business
- Freelancers and employees paid by Kazakh clients and employers
- Citizens of any country who already have a Kazakhstan IIN
Requirements
- A Kazakhstan IIN: it is mandatory, and an account cannot be opened without it
- A scan of your passport
- A Kazakh SIM card
- A notarized power of attorney for the representative
- Identity verification under the bank's rules, remotely or in person
What we do
- Check whether you have an IIN and explain how to get one if you do not
- Choose a bank that fits your needs and tell you how it verifies identity
- Prepare a template of the notarized power of attorney and the document package
- Submit the application to the bank on your behalf and support you through its checks
- Explain how to complete identity verification and receive the card
- Remind you to check whether your home country requires you to report a foreign account
Key documents
- Scan of your passport
- Kazakhstan IIN
- Kazakh SIM card number
- Notarized power of attorney for the representative
- Additional documents, if the bank asks for them
How it works
- Request and IINwe check that you have an IIN, since the bank will not open an account without one
- Agreementwe sign a service agreement; no prepayment is required
- Power of attorneywe prepare a template of the notarized power of attorney and the document package
- Bank applicationwe apply on your behalf and support you through the bank's checks
- Verification and cardyou complete identity verification under the bank's rules and receive the card, usually in about two weeks
Timeline
Usually about two weeks once your documents and power of attorney are ready.
Timelines are approximate: government agencies, consulates and banks set them.
What to watch out for
- The bank decides whether to issue the card and open the account; it can refuse or ask for more documents
- Without a Kazakhstan IIN you cannot get the card, and non-residents receive an IIN only in person or through eResidency
- Card service fees are set by the bank and paid separately
- Card transactions are subject to Kazakhstan law and the bank's rules
- Depending on your country of tax residence, you may need to report a foreign account to your tax authority; this is the cardholder's responsibility
FAQ
How much does it cost?
Our service fee is from $450. Government fees, translations, insurance and other mandatory costs are paid separately; we send the full estimate before you sign.
Can a foreigner get a Kazakhstan bank card without an IIN?
No. A Kazakhstan IIN is required to open an account, and without it the bank will not issue a card. If you do not have an IIN yet, we will explain how to get one and start with that step.
Do I need to travel to Kazakhstan?
It depends on the bank. Some banks verify customers remotely, others require an in-person visit. We handle the rest of the work under a notarized power of attorney. We will confirm the current procedure for your chosen bank during the consultation.
How long does it take?
Usually about two weeks from the moment your documents and power of attorney are ready. The timing depends on the bank, on any extra documents it requests and on how quickly your identity verification goes.
What if the bank refuses to issue the card?
The bank decides on the card based on its own checks, so we cannot promise the outcome. We are responsible for getting the documents right and supporting your application, and we will tell you whether another option exists.
Do I have to report the card to my tax authority?
Residents of some countries must notify their tax authority when they open an account with a foreign bank. Check the rules of your country of tax residence before the card is issued or right after. Meeting this obligation is the cardholder's responsibility.
What kind of card is issued?
A multicurrency Visa card from a Kazakhstan bank. The exact currencies, limits and service fees are set by the bank, and we compare them when choosing a bank with you.
Do you guarantee the result?
No. Decisions are made by government agencies, consulates and banks. We are responsible for preparing and checking documents, filing and support, and we tell you about the risks upfront.
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Let’s discuss your case
We will check whether the program fits your citizenship, income and family, and send an estimate with the full list of costs.
