D. Export Controls Kazakhstani export control laws and regulations are in the early stages of development. The Ministry of Energy, Industry and Trade has responsibility for the issuance of export licenses, however, other relevant ministries concerned with the goods must also concur in the issuance. Customs may also require that importers submit a contract for the supply of goods, a certificate of origin, and a certificate of conformity, depending upon the circumstances of the importation. Uncertainty about requirements for documents for particular shipments has been a frequent source of complaint by importers. The State Customs Committee has been taking steps to simplify these procedures.
Reforms are slow, however.
F. Temporary Entry Certain goods that are imported temporarily are exempt from payment of Customs duties and taxes. These include transport vehicles, professional equipment, goods imported for demonstration purposes, shipping containers, and advertising materials. Such goods may remain in Kazakhstan for one year duty-free. A firm importing goods for a temporary period should provide Customs with documents containing a description and value of the goods, and a written confirmation stating that the goods will be sent out of Kazakhstan after a defined period. With some exceptions, all other goods may be imported temporarily for a period of two years under a partial duty exemption.