Kazakhstan Tax Calculator (2026)
Income tax rates and take-home pay for Kazakhstan
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Kazakhstan Income Tax Brackets (2026)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Income up to 8,500 MCI | KZT 0 - KZT 32,580,500 | 10.0% |
| Income above 8,500 MCI | KZT 32,580,500+ | 15.0% |
Personal allowance: KZT 114,990
Obligatory pension contribution (OPC)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| OPC 10% | KZT 0+ | 10.0% |
Capped at KZT 51,000,000 per year
Obligatory medical insurance contribution (OMIC)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Employee OMIC 2% | KZT 0+ | 2.0% |
Capped at KZT 20,400,000 per year
Key Facts
Tax Year
2026
Currency
KZT
Top Rate
15.0%
Brackets
2 brackets
Allowance
KZT 114,990
Social Contributions
2 items
Assumptions
- · MCI (monthly calculation index) for 2026 is approximately 3,833 KZT; 8,500 MCI threshold approximately 32,580,500 KZT annually.
- · MMW (minimum monthly wage) for 2026 is 85,000 KZT.
- · Employee OMIC capped at 20 times MMW per month (1,700,000 KZT per month or 20,400,000 KZT annually).
- · OPC (obligatory pension contributions) capped at 50 times MMW per month (4,250,000 KZT per month or 51,000,000 KZT annually).
- · OMIC base cap for employer contributions is 40 times MMW per month (3,400,000 KZT per month).
- · Basic tax deduction is 30 MCI per month (approximately 114,990 KZT annually at 2026 rate).
- · Employer-side social contributions (social tax, obligatory social insurance, OMIC, OPC, OPPC) excluded per specification.
- · Model assumes representative employee is not in privileged category (no social tax deduction for disability or veteran status).
- · Representative employee is Kazakhstan citizen or eligible non-citizen with residence permit.
- · No church tax, no optional expat regime applied.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income tax rate in Kazakhstan?
Kazakhstan uses a progressive two-bracket tax system. Income up to approximately 32.58 million KZT annually is taxed at 10%, while income above that threshold is taxed at 15%. All residents receive a basic tax deduction of approximately 114,990 KZT per year to reduce taxable income.
Do I have to pay pension and medical contributions as an employee in Kazakhstan?
Yes, employees must contribute 10% of gross income to obligatory pension contributions (OPC) and 2% to obligatory medical insurance (OMIC), though both are capped at annual limits (51 million KZT and 20.4 million KZT respectively). These contributions are deductible from your taxable income, so they reduce the amount subject to income tax.
What is the minimum monthly wage in Kazakhstan and does it matter for my taxes?
The minimum monthly wage for 2026 is 85,000 KZT, and it serves as a reference point for calculating various tax caps and thresholds. For example, your employee OMIC contributions are capped at 20 times the minimum monthly wage, and the basic tax deduction is calculated using the monthly calculation index (MCI), both of which are indexed to the minimum wage.
Are there different tax rates by region in Kazakhstan?
The tax data provided covers Kazakhstan as a whole with no regional variations in income tax rates or brackets. The 10% and 15% brackets apply uniformly across the country for eligible employees and residents.
How much take-home pay will I have after taxes and contributions?
Your take-home pay depends on your gross salary, but you'll have deductions for obligatory pension contributions (10%), medical insurance (2%), and income tax (10-15% after your basic deduction). Using the calculator on this page with your specific salary will show you an accurate estimate of what you'll receive each month.
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