AIFC Client Office Opening
The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) has opened the AIFC Client Office, designed to provide initial consultations on establishing and running business within the AIFC jurisdiction.
The AIFC Client Office is being created as a single point of entry, bringing together accumulated expertise and providing a clear format for interaction with AIFC bodies and organisations. It provides high-quality initial guidance across the Centre’s key areas of activity, ranging from regulatory requirements to selecting optimal services (the AIFC Client Office is located at: 55/23 Mangilik el Avenue, Block C4.4).
The front office will operate in a convenient and structured format. Client consultations will be available by prior appointment, ensuring a personalized approach and high-quality service.
Bakhtiyar Tleubekov, Chairman of the Management Board of the AIFC Authority, commented: “The opening the AIFC Client Office is an important and timely step in the development of the Astana International Financial Centre ecosystem. Today, almost 1500 organisations in the financial industry operate within AIFC, while the total number of registered participants exceeds 5,000 companies. At the same time, interest in the jurisdiction continues to grow steadily: business activity is increasing, the number of transactions is rising, and new, including innovative, structures are emerging. In parallel, we continue to actively implement digital solutions, making interaction with AIFC even more convenient and technology-driven. Our goal is to build a holistic digital ecosystem in which participants gain tools for interaction, increased business activity, and strengthened competitive positions.”
The opening of the AIFC Client Office is part of AIFC’s systematic efforts to improve engagement with participants and strengthen the Centre’s business ecosystem. In addition to consultation support, AIFC regularly hosts events for its participant community, including the AIFC Community format, where current issues related to regulation, operational activities, and business development within the AIFC jurisdiction are discussed.
As part of the front office presentation, another AIFC Community meeting was held.
During the meeting, Nikoloz Gagua, Chief Policy Officer AFSA, spoke about plans for the development of AIFC’s regulatory framework in 2026. Building on achieved results, AFSA is focusing on the further development with an emphasis on quality, proportionality, and practical applicability of existing regulatory regimes; iterative improvement of regulations based on implementation practice and supervisory experience; and adaptation of the regulatory framework to new international standards, trends, and emerging markets. In 2026, AFSA’s agenda will focus on developing asset management regulation, improving the FinTech Lab regime, introducing targeted amendments to existing regulatory regimes, and developing and updating practical guidance and explanatory materials for market participants.
Talgat Amanbayev, Chief Innovation Officer of the AIFC Authority, presented the AIFC Data Marketplace platform to participants, a universal digital solution that connects data providers and users of analytical data across a wide range of industries.
During the meeting, the AIFC Insights analytical centre presented a report analyzing the current state of retail investing in Kazakhstan. The report was prepared with the support of Freedom Broker. Aisha Shunayeva, Director of the Legal Support Department of the AIFC Authority, delivered a presentation on “The Legal Profession in AIFC: Regulation and Registration of Legal Consultants.” She also announced that applications for participation in the AIFC Legal Award will continue to be accepted until 16 February 2026. Law firms and practising lawyers will have the opportunity to showcase their professional achievements and expertise, highlight their contribution to the development of AIFC’s legal system, and receive official recognition within the AIFC legal community.
Olga Baspaeva, CEO of AIFC Academy, shared expert insights on the development of professional knowledge in the modern environment.
AIFC continues to improve its infrastructure and service solutions aimed at increasing the attractiveness of the jurisdiction for investors and businesses.
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