Residence in Uzbekistan: permits and requirements
Living legally in Uzbekistan is possible through 5 permit types: investment, other, permanent, work. Each program has its own requirements; below are the duration, renewal, costs and documentation according to the country's official sources.
Investment visa
Residence type #1 of 5
3-year multiple-entry visa for investors holding at least 8,500 times the base fiscal unit in shares, stakes, or foreign-invested enterprises (Visa Regulations).
Requirements
- Investment equivalent to 8,500 BRV in shares, equity stakes, or foreign-investment enterprises
- Investment registration in Uzbekistan
- Unlimited renewal without leaving the country
Documentation
- Proof of investment and registration
- Passport
- Application form
- Consular fees
Frequently asked questions about residence in Uzbekistan
How many types of residence permits are there in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan offers 5 residence permit types, grouped into the categories investment, other, permanent, work. Each permit has its own requirements, duration and documentation, detailed in this fact sheet according to the country's official sources.
How long do residence permits in Uzbekistan last?
Durations vary by permit type: 3 years (multiple-entry investment visa; unlimited renewals without leaving); Up to 3 years (renewable); 5 years (renewable; permanent at age 60); For the duration of the work permit. The exact details of each type appear in the corresponding fact sheet.
Can residence permits in Uzbekistan be renewed?
Yes. All residence permit types of Uzbekistan (5 in total) are renewable before their expiration, according to the rules of each program.
What documentation is usually required to reside in Uzbekistan?
Although each permit requires its own file, the most recurrent documents are: Formulario de solicitud; Passport. The complete list by residence type appears in each fact sheet, together with the corresponding official link.
Does residence in Uzbekistan lead to nationality?
Yes, through the Naturalization by residence pathway, which requires 5 years of legal residence. The complete requirements are in the nationality fact sheet of Uzbekistan.
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