The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) is widely recognized as the financial institution and a hub for finance in the region encompassing Central Asia and Eastern Europe.
Specially designed conditions, such as regulation in accordance with the highest international standards, a robust financial infrastructure, an autonomous judicial system, and an emphasis on innovation and expertise, are employed to enable businesses to attract capital.
What We Do
Who are we doing this for?
For domestic and international corporations and financial institutions
For investors
For citizens of Kazakhstan
For the Central Asia region
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24-hour contact centre: +7 7172 959 000
How to start business in AIFC: https://aifc.kz/en/starting-a-business-in-aifc
Financial services business: https://aifc.kz/en/financial-business
Non-financial services business: https://aifc.kz/en/non-financial-business
News about AIFC activities: https://aifc.kz/en/press-relizy
Contact the press office: [email protected]
AIFC Organisational structure
AIFC Bodies
AIFC Authority provides administrative support to AIFC bodies, promotes and delivers financial centre services to potential participants, works on attracting investors, administers the Green Finance Centre, AIFC Academy, Tech Hub, and Expat Centre.
To learn more about the Authority’s work, visit the link https://authority.aifc.kz/en
Astana Financial Services Authority, AFSA — is an independent regulator of AIFC, ensuring the safety, reliability and transparency of the AIFC financial system.
To learn more about AFSA’s work, visit the link https://afsa.aifc.kz/en
To access the list of AIFC participants, visit the following link https://publicreg.myafsa.com/
"Regulatory sandbox" for fintech companies - Fintech Lab https://aifc.kz/en/fintech-lab
Email: [email protected]
The AIFC Court is the first judicial system in Central Asia and Kazakhstan based on common law norms and principles. It operates independently from the judicial system of Kazakhstan and specialises in deciding commercial disputes.
To learn more about Court’s work, visit the link https://court.aifc.kz/en
Email: [email protected]
The AIFC International Arbitration Centre (IAC) offers an independent alternative to litigation through arbitration, mediation and other dispute resolution services.
To learn more about IAC’s work, visit the link https://iac.aifc.kz/en
Email: [email protected]
AIFC Organisations
Astana International Exchange (AIX) is a stock exchange within the AIFC jurisdiction, with the objective of fostering robust and liquid capital markets in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. It offers innovative products and services for businesses and investors.
To learn more about AIX’s work, visit the link https://aix.kz/about-aix/overview/
Email: [email protected]
AIFC Green Finance Centre (GFC) is established to promote the development of green and sustainable finance in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. It provides verification of sustainable finance instruments and implements initiatives for the country's transition to a green economy.
To learn more about GFC’s work, visit the link https://gfc.aifc.kz/en
Email: [email protected]
AIFC Expat Centre is a multifunctional centre that facilitates favourable conditions for the entry and stay of foreign citizens of AIFC participants. It provides access to a comprehensive range of state and other necessary services for relocation on a 'one-stop-shop' basis.
To learn more about Expat Centre’s work, visit the link https://expatcentre.aifc.kz/en
Email: [email protected]
Tech Hub — is a centre for facilitating startups, deploying advanced technology, and integrating artificial intelligence. It fosters a dynamic ecosystem for the innovative growth of the AIFC's financial services sector.
To learn more about Tech Hub’s work, visit the link https://tech.aifc.kz/en
Email: [email protected]
AIFC Academy is established to promote the development of human capital by creating unique platforms for continuous professional growth. The main principles of the Academy include forming and supporting professional communities, providing access to high-quality expertise and encouraging open dialogue among leading market professionals.
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