AFSA Introduces New FinTech Lab Authorisation Approach

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:19:39 +0000
Financial Services

The Astana Financial Services Authority has introduced a Class Modification Notice establishing a new single-stage assessment approach for FinTech Lab authorisation, replacing the previous two-stage pre-application and application model. The change takes effect on February 16th and consolidates eligibility assessment of business models, proposed candidates, and financial and non-financial resources into one streamlined process. Applicants will no longer undergo policies and procedures assessment at authorisation stage but must submit AML/CFT policy and procedures.