Social and labor rights of migrants in Kazakhstan: status, problems and prospects of development

The article examines the current state of social and labor rights of migrants in the Republic of Kazakhstan in the context of the growth of migration flows and integration processes in Central Asia. The purpose of the study is to analyze the regulatory framework, identify existing problems and identify areas for improving state migration policy. The scientific novelty of the work consists in a comprehensive assessment of the relationship between international standards and national legislation, as well as in an emphasis on practical mechanisms for protecting the rights of migrant workers. The methodological basis of the study was a comparative legal and systematic analysis, the study of legislative acts, international treaties, statistical data and materials of non-governmental organizations. As a result, key problems were identified: imperfection of the quota system, prevalence of informal employment, limited access of migrants to medical and educational services, insufficient level of state control and integration measures. It is concluded that it is necessary to adhere to a number of international conventions, simplify legalization procedures, strengthen labor inspection and develop social integration programs. The study contributes to the development of legal science and migration policy by offering practical recommendations for improving the protection of migrants’ rights and harmonizing national norms with international standards.

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