Kazakhstan Eases Bank Card Issuance Rules for Non-Residents

According to the source, access to bank cards for non-residents has become less restrictive, while the one-year validity limit remains in place. For people relocating to Kazakhstan, this lowers the barrier to obtaining a local payment instrument, but cards will still need to be renewed regularly and high-risk customers should expect enhanced checks. The change matters most to non-residents and account holders who need local payments; it is less significant for investors and workers who already hold residence permits. It is worth monitoring for anyone planning to live in Kazakhstan without obtaining a residence permit and relying on local banking services.