Astana Hub under the AIFC framework is crypto-friendly with ongoing regulatory development and cooperation with international digital asset regulators.
| Status | crypto_friendly |
| Risk Score | 15/100 (Low Risk) |
| Region | central asia |
| Currency | KZT |
| Capital Gains (Personal) | 0% (Hub participants) |
| Capital Gains (Corporate) | 0% (Hub participants until 2028) |
| VAT on Crypto | No |
| Staking Tax | No specific guidance |
| Airdrop Tax | No specific guidance |
No crypto-specific tax guidance available.
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | Astana Hub / AFSA (for crypto) |
| Framework | AIFC framework |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | N/A |
Licensing is managed by AFSA with multiple regulated activity types and ongoing framework enhancements.
Status: regulated
DeFi activities are regulated under the AIFC digital asset frameworks with ongoing amendments to ensure compliance.
Status: regulated
Stablecoins are regulated under the AIFC digital asset framework with specific amendments introduced in 2025.
Status: no_rules
No specific NFT regulation; generally permitted
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity | $0.05/kWh |
| Renewable | 25% |
| Infrastructure | good |
Mining is legal with competitive electricity costs and a significant renewable energy share. Infrastructure is rated good for mining operations.
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 38/100 |
| Banking Access | moderate |
Last reviewed: 2026-04-13 · Data source: Soken Crypto Legal Map
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