Kazakhstan Launches $3,700 Grants for Vulnerable Entrepreneurs in 2026

Applications for state grants to support entrepreneurship among vulnerable groups will open on June 24, 2026. The initiative aims to provide non-repayable funding to help create new income sources. Eligible candidates include registered unemployed individuals and newly registered entrepreneurs. The application window runs from June 24 to July 8, 2026. Candidates must belong to specific social categories and have completed the 'Bastau Business' training programme within the last three years. All submissions must be made electronically through the Business.enbek.kz portal.

Each grant is worth 400 monthly calculation indices, equivalent to around 1.73 million tenge or approximately $3,700. The funds must be used for approved purposes, such as buying tools, equipment, or renting business premises. Selection will depend on the viability of the business project, its financial soundness, and its potential to create jobs.

In the first phase, 3,764 grants will be awarded. A total of 9,000 grants are planned for distribution throughout 2026. The grants are designed to boost entrepreneurship without requiring repayment. Successful applicants will receive funding to support their business development. The deadline for applications is July 8, 2026.