Strategic Excellence
in AIFC & Financial Law
Your trusted partner in AIFC company registration, fund structuring, licensing, and compliance. We combine institutional expertise with hands-on execution to deliver measurable results.
OUR SERVICES
We excel at comprehensive business support at the intersection of tax, law, regulation, and engagement with government authorities.
Our core value is the ability to see not just an individual legal or tax issue, but the client's entire business model: company structure, financial flows, regulatory requirements, risks, and growth opportunities. We guide companies at every stage of development — from business launch and jurisdiction selection to building international structures and working with the AIFC.
Company Registration in AIFC
Registering in the AIFC gives your business access to an international jurisdiction built on English common law, enhancing legal protection, investor confidence, and opening new opportunities for business structuring and cross-border transactions.
- Document preparation and full application management
- Corporate structure advisory
- Shareholder and director onboarding
- Post-registration compliance setup
Ancillary Service Provider (ASP) Licensing
Certain professional services within AIFC require an ASP licence. This status enables operation in a regulated international environment, service delivery to AIFC participants, and compliance with international standards.
- Business model analysis and ASP requirements definition
- AML/CTF policy and corporate governance development
- Document packages for Approved Individuals
- End-to-end licence tracking until authorisation
Investment Funds & Asset Management
AIFC offers a flexible, internationally recognised platform for structuring collective investments. We help businesses, holdings, and private investors establish Exempt, Specialist, or VC funds under AFSA supervision.
- Exempt, Specialist, and VC fund structuring for professional investors
- Venture Capital fund frameworks and VC licensing
- Approved Individuals registration (SEO, Compliance, MLRO)
- Fund-as-a-Service and own Asset Management Company models
Endowment Fund Establishment (AIFC)
Endowment funds on the AIFC platform provide long-term financial sustainability for universities, academies, and non-profits. The AIFC Foundation infrastructure enables donor capital accumulation, professional investment, and transparent distribution of returns.
- AIFC Foundation legal incorporation and structuring
- Investment Declaration and governance framework
- Custodian and Fund Manager integration
- International donor transparency and capital protection
Crowdfunding Platforms & Market Infrastructure in AIFC
Full support for AFSA licences covering equity crowdfunding or P2B lending internet platforms. Comprehensive coverage of prudential standards, capital requirements, investor protection, and default management.
- Equity crowdfunding platform AFSA authorisation
- P2B lending platform licensing
- Capital adequacy and prudential compliance
- Default management and investor protection design
Post-Registration Accounting Package
Comprehensive accounting, HR, and tax administration for AIFC residents — primary records, currency payments, payroll, quarterly declarations, and annual financial statements for AIFC and the National Bank of Kazakhstan.
- Primary accounting and multi-currency payment processing
- Payroll calculation and HR administration
- Quarterly declarations: Forms 200.00, 100.00, 101.04
- Annual financial statements for AIFC Committee and NBK
IPO & AIX Exchange Listing
Full-cycle strategic support for public offerings and listings on the Astana International Exchange (AIX). We guide issuers from pre-IPO readiness through prospectus filing, regulatory approvals, and post-listing governance.
- Pre-IPO audit and corporate governance readiness
- Prospectus preparation and AFSA / AIX Committee engagement
- Underwriter, auditor, and ecosystem partner coordination
- Post-listing compliance and ongoing regulatory support
FinTech Lab / Regulatory Sandbox
AFSA's Regulatory Sandbox enables innovative fintech companies to test products and services in a controlled environment before obtaining a full licence.
- Sandbox eligibility assessment and AFSA application
- Test plan preparation and regulator coordination
- Transition pathway from sandbox to full AFSA licence
- Ongoing sandbox monitoring and compliance support
Digital Asset Activities
Comprehensive support for digital asset service providers in AIFC — from trading facilities and custody to stablecoins and broker/dealer licensing under AFSA's digital assets framework.
- Digital Asset Trading Facility authorisation
- Digital Asset Custody and stablecoin licensing
- Broker/dealer licensing and cybersecurity framework
- Capital requirements structuring and compliance
Broker-Dealer & Insurance Licensing in AIFC
Full-cycle AFSA authorisation for broker-dealer activities (Categories 1–3) and regulatory set-up for insurance and reinsurance entities under the AIFC Insurance Business Rules (IBR).
- Broker-Dealer licence applications (AFSA Categories 1, 2, 3 — Dealing, Managing & Arranging)
- Captive Insurance and reinsurance company registration and prudential structuring
- AML/CFT policy development, prudential standards, and risk management for AFSA
- Approved Individuals registration (SEO, Compliance Officer, MLRO) — Fit & Proper coordination
AIFC Corporate Mobility & Visa Support
End-to-end immigration and visa procedures for executives, investors, and specialists through the AIFC Expat Centre.
- Work visas (Category C3) and Temporary Residence Permits
- Investor visas Categories A5 & A6 for HNWIs
- Business & exit visas for boards, founders, and consultants
- Tax residency certificates, ИИН and ЭЦП for global executives
Astana Hub Registration
Full-cycle consulting and registration support for IT companies, startups, and digital exporters seeking Astana Hub residency with tax incentives and simplified migration.
- Corporate structure analysis & eligibility assessment
- Document preparation and direct Astana Hub filing
- Tax incentive qualification (CIT, VAT, IIT exemptions)
- Post-registration compliance and certificate tracking
Tax Consulting
Expert advisory on Kazakhstani and international tax law — dispute support, transfer pricing, digital asset taxation, and strategic risk reduction for enterprises.
- Tax Code clarifications and 2026 amendment guidance
- International taxation and double-tax treaty planning
- Transfer pricing compliance and three-tier reporting
- Tax audit support and administrative appeals
Legal Services
Full-spectrum legal support for business: litigation, contracts, licensing, corporate compliance, and subscription-based legal advisory for enterprises of all sizes.
- Litigation representation and dispute resolution
- Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
- Corporate legal retainer and compliance
- Licensing, permits, and government procedures
Accounting Outsourcing
Full-cycle monthly accounting subscription for Kazakhstani entities, Astana Hub participants, and AIFC residents. Reporting, taxes, payroll, and regulatory compliance on autopilot.
- Primary accounting and statutory reporting
- Astana Hub & AIFC regulatory compliance
- Payroll, HR administration, and tax filings
- Subscription tiers for every business scale
A Firm Built on Precision and Expertise
OptimiQ Advisory is a specialised financial and legal consultancy offering solutions at the intersection of corporate structuring, tax law, and Government Relations. Our team holds deep practical experience across jurisdictions of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC).
The foundation of our practice is the hands-on expertise of our senior specialists — built through careers in state revenue authorities, regulatory bodies, and AIFC institutions. We do not offer template solutions: every engagement is personally supervised by managing partners, ensuring absolute legal integrity and minimal regulatory risk.
50+
Projects Delivered
20+ yrs
Combined Expert Experience
KZ / AIFC
Regional Specialisation
Boutique
Engagement Model
Partner involvement on every project
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