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Tengrinews.kz - Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Labor has proposed amendments to the Social Code that would tighten rules for pension and benefit payments. Under the draft, citizens without official registration may have their payments suspended until proof of residence in the country is confirmed.
According to the ministry, more than 4.3 million people in Kazakhstan receive pensions and social benefits. However, over 100,000 have no permanent registration, and about 28,000 are registered only temporarily. These groups risk losing payments unless their status is updated.
Restrictions would also apply to those fully supported by the state, such as elderly and disabled residents of care institutions, as well as prisoners.
Currently, part of their pensions or benefits remains at their disposal, but under the new rules, only 30 percent would go to the recipient, with the rest redirected to the budget.
The ministry explained that this approach prevents “double funding,” as the state already covers housing, food, and care.
Payments would resume in full once individuals return home.
The draft is open for public discussion on the “Open NPA” portal until September 24. If adopted, the new rules are expected to take effect in December.
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