Kazakh Citizens Seek Authentic Records
Heads Up! Electronic Services in Kazakhstan Temporarily Halted May 17
Mark your calendars, folks! From midnight till 8 in the morning on May 17, your access to certain electronic services in Kazakhstan will be temporarily restricted. Here's the lowdown:
- Say goodbye to the eGov.kz portal and eGov mobile app, including the "Digital Documents" service, for a while.
- e-Otinish, E-license portals, Open Government systems, and services of the National Certification Center of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NCC RK) will also take a brief hiatus.
- Other projects supported by JSC "NIT" will follow suit, as well as services of state agencies integrated through the electronic government gateway in mobile apps of second-tier banks.
So, what's the reason for this digital detox? The tech whizzes at JSC "NIT" are conducting some technical work and want to ensure a smooth process. They advise us to get all our ducks in a row – complete necessary operations and prepare original documents ahead – to avoid any inconvenience during this technical work phase.
Interestingly, the same type of technical work was carried out on April 26, 2025, and Kazakhstanis were asked to prepare original documents then too.
When delving into details about the upcoming maintenance, I couldn't find specifics in the search results. But, here are some general tips for preparing for such maintenance events:
- Look for official announcements from government bodies for specific details on affected services.
- Identify alternative methods for accessing critical services during downtime, such as offline forms or customer support contacts.
- Ensure that any ongoing work is saved and backed up to prevent data loss during the maintenance period.
- Schedule critical tasks around the maintenance window to minimize disruptions, or complete essential tasks before the maintenance begins if possible.
- Keep an eye on official channels for updates on the maintenance's status and any changes to the schedule.
Remember, it's crucial to rely on official government communications for precise details on the services affected during this technical work phase. Stay tuned for updates, and happy digital preparation!
During the digital detox scheduled for midnight to 8 am on May 17 in Kazakhstan, you might find temporary unavailability of services such as the e-Otinish, E-license portals, Open Government systems, and services of the National Certification Center of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NCC RK) on your television screens if they have integrated these services. Meanwhile, it's advisable to keep abreast of advancements in technology, which might have an impact on service availability in the future.
