Kazakhstan is moving forward with confidence. The country is growing faster than most of its regional peers, opening new opportunities for companies that want to build, scale and innovate. Digital adoption is high, ambitions are strong and companies are ready for tools that save time and make work easier. All this makes Kazakhstan one of the most promising markets in the region.
The insights in this article are based on analytical materials presented at EUROBAK’s Executive Get Together, an event organised by the Association of European Businesses. During the session, experts shared data on Kazakhstan’s economic outlook, consumer behaviour and upcoming regulatory changes, which we explore below.
Strong economic growth, wide ambitions
Kazakhstan today is one of the fastest-growing economies in Central Asia. GDP is expected to reach 5.0% in 2025, well above the 3.1% global average. This pace places the country among the world’s four fastest-growing economies.
Economic development is becoming more balanced. Alongside the major oil sector, several non-extractive industries are expanding at impressive rates in the first half of 2025.
This diversification makes the economy more resilient and opens the door to new projects in different regions of the country.
Foreign investment is growing as well. In 2023–2024 Kazakhstan recorded a significantly higher number of new FDI projects, especially in:
- software and IT services,
- financial and business services,
- industrial equipment,
- food and beverages,
- transportation and warehousing.
At the same time the pool of investors is becoming broader. Kazakhstan is receiving more capital overall and from a wider range of countries, including Qatar, China, Germany, Turkey, the UAE and others. The country also benefits from the global reconfiguration of supply chains, strengthening its role as a strategic hub for Central Asia.
For companies this environment brings new dynamics: more expansion, more regional collaboration and more business travel. When economic growth spreads across industries and new investment flows in, teams have to travel more frequently between cities and countries.
Young digital market ready for smarter tools
Kazakhstan has one of the youngest and most digitally active populations in the region. The median age is 29.6, and people here are already used to handling many daily routines through online services. They shop, pay and communicate via digital platforms, which makes the market quick to adopt new tools that save time and reduce effort.
Digital consumption is growing fast too. E-commerce has expanded from 0.8% to 14.1% of total retail in less than a decade. Marketplaces, delivery apps and online services have become part of everyday life for millions of citizens. Consumers here feel comfortable choosing products, comparing options and paying online, which shows how naturally technology is integrated into people’s habits across the country.
When people adopt technology so easily in their personal lives, they expect the same from business tools. Companies want digital processes that are simple and predictable. This is why Kazakhstan is a natural fit for modern travel management solutions like Tumodo.
Business environment becoming clearer and more demanding
Kazakhstan is moving towards greater transparency in the way companies report and manage their operations. The new Tax Code introduces stricter requirements for how businesses document and confirm their activities, including:
- self e-invoicing on services from non-residents,
- new e-invoicing controls,
- updated rules for tax audits and comparative control,
- the introduction of a confidential Tax Risk Management System,
- new VAT rules on certain goods and services, with some operations remaining non-neutral.
Businesses now face a higher level of administrative responsibility, especially when it comes to documenting services, transactions and cross-border work.
Alongside these changes the social tax has been reduced from 11% to 6%, which supports employers but does not remove the need for more accurate financial record-keeping. With new digital controls and stricter reporting standards, many companies are looking for tools that help them organise processes, avoid errors and stay compliant without increasing workload for their teams.
In this environment simplicity matters. Companies value services that help them keep expenses transparent, automate documentation and reduce the risk of mistakes. This is exactly where modern travel management becomes essential, giving finance teams clarity and travellers a smoother experience.
What these trends mean for corporate travel
Economic growth always brings more movement
When companies launch new projects, expand teams or open regional offices, business travel naturally increases. Teams have to visit partners, meet clients and coordinate work across cities more often than before.
As travel volumes grow, transparency becomes crucial
Finance teams look for tools that keep every expense documented automatically, reduce manual checks and prevent budget overspend. Clear reporting and predictable costs help companies stay in control while the market becomes more dynamic.
Digital habits also shape expectations
People in Kazakhstan are used to fast, simple and intuitive online services in their daily lives, so they expect the same at work. Business travel management must match this level of simplicity to help teams focus on their goals, not the routine.
Current trends show that Kazakhstan is strengthening its position in the global market and becoming a key player in the region. These changes underline the growing need for clear processes and reliable digital tools. Tumodo is here to support Kazakhstani companies and make corporate travel easier every step of the way.
