Uzbekistan eVisa is an electronic visa that facilitates travelers who want to obtain visas for entering the country for business or commercial activities. It streamlines the process of obtaining documentation, shortens the processing period, and makes the process of entering the country easier.

Is it possible to start a company in Uzbekistan on a business visa?

Yes, it is quite possible. It means that people from other countries have the opportunity to register their companies in Uzbekistan with the help of business visas by conducting necessary negotiations, signing all kinds of paperwork, and completing the registration process at the Public Service Center. Although the business visa permits you to create the legal entity and even to open corporate bank accounts, it does not allow you to work. For managing your company as a working director, you will need to switch to a work visa and work permit.

What are the tax implications for foreign business visitors in Uzbekistan?

For foreign business people who visit Uzbekistan, taxes are mainly determined depending on whether they are residents or not. Foreigners who reside in the country for more than 183 days in any twelve-month period are deemed tax residents and are subject to taxation at the rate of 12 percent of their global incomes. On the other hand, foreigners who are non-residents are taxed solely on their Uzbek income at the same rate of 12 percent for employment income (it was formerly 20 percent).

Can business visa holders travel freely within Uzbekistan for work purposes?

Persons who possess an Uzbekistan Business Visa can travel within the country and perform any business-related activity like meeting up, concluding agreements, etc. It is important to note that, although it is possible to travel freely around the country, all visa owners should comply with the rules for obligatory registration. In case you stay in one city for over three days, you need to register in a hotel or any other place chosen by your sponsor organization.