Kazakhstan builds global digital gateway with eResidency, 5G and AI to attract investors Last updated: April 30, 2026 | 15:04 Kanat Amirkin, CEO of eResidency and Askar Zhambakin, CEO, Kcell. Kanat Amirkin explains how Kazakhstan’s eResidency expands remote access to finance and business as the country builds a digital gateway. How does Kazakhstan’s eResidency programme work? The eResidency programme is a digital residency initiative adapted to Kazakhstan’s rules and systems. It provides remote access to selected parts of the country’s financial ecosystem, including the ability to establish and manage businesses online. Key to that ecosystem is the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), which has attracted a growing number of international companies.  The model is built around remote access. Many individuals require financial and business management tools without the need to travel. The programme is designed to balance strong compliance requirements with a seamless user experience.…