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Labor Laws in Uzbekistan

  • Annual Leave: 15 days
  • Maternity Leave: 126 days
  • Public Holidays: 20
  • Workweek: 40 hours per week.

Income Tax in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan has a set income tax rate of 12%.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Uzbekistan

    The standard VAT rate is 12%.

Social Security in Uzbekistan

The employer is primarily responsible for funding social security contributions, while employees contribute a smaller percentage.

The Unified Social Fund contributions cover various benefits, including unemployment insurance and pensions.

The contributions are essential for ensuring employees have access to social security benefits, including temporary disability and maternity benefits.

  • Total Employer Contributions: 12.10% (including Unified Social Fund and Individual Pension Accounts).
  • Total Employee Contributions: 6.00% (including Unemployment Insurance, Housing Loan Regime, and Employee Training Contribution).

Work Visas in Uzbekistan

Here are the main work visas available in Uzbekistan:

Work Visa (E-Category)

  • Purpose: Issued to foreign nationals coming to Uzbekistan for employment purposes.
  • Duration: Typically issued for 1 year, renewable.
  • Requirements: Requires a work permit (obtained by the employer) before the visa can be issued. The employer must apply on behalf of the employee.

Work Permit

  • Purpose: Required for foreign nationals who intend to work in Uzbekistan.
  • Employer’s Role: The employer is responsible for applying for a work permit through the Ministry of Employment and Labor Relations.
  • Validity: Generally valid for one year and can be renewed annually.
  • There is a quota system for foreign workers, and the employer needs to justify hiring a foreigner over a local citizen.

Investor Visa (D-Category)

  • Purpose: Targeted towards foreign investors who contribute to the economy of Uzbekistan. While it’s primarily for business purposes, it can be used if the investor intends to stay for extended periods and oversee operations.
  • Duration: Can be issued for up to 3 years with multiple entries.

Business Visa (B-Category)

  • Purpose: Issued to those visiting Uzbekistan for short-term business activities (such as meetings, negotiations, or conferences), which do not involve direct employment.
  • Duration: Typically valid for 30 days but can be extended in some cases.

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