Obtaining Electronic Digital Signature (EDS) and Individual Identification Number (IIN)

Dear Applicants,

Due to the suspension of the pilot project for issuing the Individual Identification Number (IIN) to foreign nationals at the diplomatic and consular missions of the Republic of Kazakhstan as of 1 January 2026, we would like to inform you of an important alternative for obtaining an IIN.

To ensure convenience and access to essential digital services, the official eResidency online platform has been launched. This is a state programme of the Republic of Kazakhstan that enables foreign nationals to obtain a digital identity and an IIN fully online via the following portal: https://eresidency.gov.kz/en

Advantages of applying through eResidency:

• remote issuance of a digital ID card and IIN;
• access to banking and business opportunities;
• no need for a personal visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan or a consular mission.

We recommend that all interested foreign nationals make use of this service to obtain an IIN and related services. Please visit the eResidency portal via the link above to begin your application.

 EDS (Electronic Digital Signature) is used for accessing government services online.

«Individual Identification Number» (IIN) is needed to receive any digital public services in Kazakhstan. Conventionally, this is a unique code in the database of people who have the right to receive public services.