"Vatandosh" Cardholders Can Enter Uzbekistan Without a Visa

The "Vatandosh" certificate is a document introduced to encourage Uzbeks living abroad. It is awarded to those who actively participate in the country’s economic and social life and contribute to strengthening friendly relations between Uzbekistan and other countries.

Benefits for "Vatandosh" Cardholders:

Visa-free entry and exit: Cardholders will have the right to enter and exit Uzbekistan without a visa;

Real estate purchase: There will be no limitations on real estate purchases for foreigners, and no permanent residence permit will be required;

Employment rights: Cardholders can work in Uzbekistan without the need for labor permits, which are otherwise required for foreign nationals;

Public services: Cardholders are entitled to medical services, education, and other public services under the same conditions as Uzbek citizens.

Benefits for Family Members of Cardholders:

They can apply for multiple-entry visas without paying the state fee and without the need to leave the country for visa extension;

They will have access to medical, educational, and other public services;

The process of registering temporary residence and extending stay will be simplified, with no state fee required.

This new decree provides significant opportunities for Uzbeks living abroad to engage more actively in their homeland’s development. This not only supports the country’s economic growth but also strengthens social and cultural ties between Uzbekistan and its diaspora.

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