Direct answers
Frequently asked questions
Investment
Is the first consultation really free?+
Yes, general consultations are completely free. Fees for detailed studies and research are agreed in advance based on the project size, and the investor is exempted from other service fees once a project is agreed.
How do I get a ready feasibility study?+
Choose the study from the feasibility studies page and fill in the request form. Our team sends the full copy and arranges an explanatory session if you wish.
Can a foreigner fully own a project?+
Yes, in most sectors. Only strategic sectors (such as telecoms and defence) are capped at 49%, and agricultural land is not available for foreign ownership.
Visas and entry
Do I need a visa to enter Kazakhstan?+
It depends on your nationality: several nationalities are exempt for up to 30 days, and some need an e-visa or an invitation. Use the visa checker on the residence and visas page to see your status instantly.
What is the investor visa?+
Category A5 grants investors and their families multiple entry for up to 5 years. We help you with the full file.
Study
Does an international student need the national entrance test?+
No. International students are admitted with their translated academic documents, some universities hold an interview or their own test, and English programmes require IELTS or TOEFL.
Roughly how much do study and living cost?+
Tuition runs between $1,500 and $6,000 a year at most universities (Nazarbayev is higher), and living costs from $200 to $800 a month depending on the city and lifestyle.
How do I apply for the government scholarship?+
Applications usually open from June to July for 550 fully funded places. We prepare your file and follow it through to the result.
Tourism
When is the best time to visit Kazakhstan?+
Every season has its charm: summer for the mountains and lakes (mild in the highlands), winter for skiing at Shymbulak and Medeu. Spring is short and relatively windy.
Are services available in Arabic?+
Yes: guides who speak fluent Arabic, and interpreters on request for business people and events.
Working with us
How do I pay for services?+
It depends on the service: a written agreement sets the fees and payment method before any work begins, in full transparency.
Where are you based?+
We work from Almaty, Republic of Kazakhstan, and welcome visitors by prior arrangement. Reach us by phone or WhatsApp at any time.
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