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On March 7, 2026, Uzbekistan introduced amendments to the regulations governing the issuance of recommendations for foreign investors and IT specialists. The updated rules significantly expand the list of eligible applicants and establish clear financial criteria, making the process more transparent.
Who Can Now Obtain an IT Visa
The list of eligible categories has been substantially expanded and now includes:
- foreign investors and highly qualified IT specialists;
- founders of resident companies of IT Park, as well as heads of their executive bodies and their deputies;
- founders and specialists of startup projects participating in the Digital Startup Program;
- foreign professors and university lecturers holding academic degrees of Candidate of Sciences, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), or Doctor of Sciences (DsC) in the field of information technology.
Financial Requirements
Specific financial thresholds have been established for investors and founders:
- Foreign investor must provide financing of at least USD 30,000 to a legal entity — a resident of Uzbekistan operating in the IT sector. Alternatively, they may hold a share in the charter capital of such an entity amounting to at least USD 30,000.
- Founder of an IT Park resident — an individual who is a participant in a company with IT Park resident status, holding a share in its charter capital of at least USD 30,000.
Why This Matters for Businesses
The new rules aim to attract quality capital and highly skilled professionals to Uzbekistan's digital economy. The clearly defined investment threshold of USD 30,000 brings clarity to the legalization process for foreign entrepreneurs and supports the growth of the startup ecosystem.
For foreign IT companies and entrepreneurs, this means:
For foreign IT companies and entrepreneurs, this means:
- transparent and predictable conditions for obtaining a visa to work in Uzbekistan;
- the ability to legally bring in foreign specialists and investors;
- simplified relocation processes for IT businesses.
Key Considerations
Despite the simplified rules, obtaining an IT visa requires careful attention. Errors in document preparation or non-compliance with financial requirements may lead to rejection. It is also essential to properly confirm IT Park resident status or participation in a startup program.
How TechCount Can Help
TechCount supports foreign companies and specialists at all stages of entering the Uzbek market. Our experts are ready to:
Contact us — we will help you or your foreign specialists work legally in Uzbekistan and take full advantage of the IT visa benefits.
- advise on the new IT visa rules and requirements for applicants;
- assist with documentation for obtaining an IT visa recommendation;
- support the process of registering as an IT Park;
- provide legal support for interactions with government authorities;
- offer comprehensive solutions for establishing and running a business in Uzbekistan.
Contact us — we will help you or your foreign specialists work legally in Uzbekistan and take full advantage of the IT visa benefits.