Contract in Kazakh — checklist for freelancers in Kazakhstan

Local clients send Kazakh-language agreements, sometimes with a Russian translation. Check which version controls and whether KZT amounts match.

Where it appears

• Public procurement forms in KK
• Almaty/Astana tech contracts — KK + RU
• EN master with Kazakh exhibits

Seven checks

1. Payment — deposit, milestones, KZT/USD
2. Penalties — caps
3. Termination — notice and unpaid WIP
4. IP — deliverables ownership
5. Disputes — Kazakhstan courts/arbitration
6. Tax withholding
7. Kazakh prevails clause

Upload PDF → pick EN or KZ explanations. Certified copy for authorities: sworn translation.

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Informational only, not legal advice.