Published: 16.07.2026
Kazakh banks screen customers and payments against OFAC, EU and UK sanctions lists. Links to sanctioned persons may result in refusal of service or account closure, while large incoming transfers are subject to source-of-funds checks.
For a relocant, this means that account opening and payments depend not only on nationality and documents but also on the sanctions profile of the customer and counterparties. Over time, transfers linked to sanctioned persons or with unclear sources of funds may be delayed, rejected, or lead to account closure. This is particularly relevant to non-residents, clients with Russian connections, and people receiving large international transfers. According to the sources, the risk should be considered before moving and choosing a bank.