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KyrgyzstanWork permitsLast checked October 17, 2026

Uniform (Unified) Permit for work

Foreign workers in Kyrgyzstan are covered by a Uniform Permit, an electronic document with a QR code that combines the work visa, the permit to attract foreign labour and the work permit. The employer (an LLC or an individual entrepreneur) applies through the e-Visa portal with a statement letter to the MFA Consular Department. Separate Special Work visas (SW1, SW2) exist for seconded equipment installers, journalists and charity staff.

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Life in Kyrgyzstan

Money

3

Currency

Kyrgyz Som

KGS

Kyrgyz Som

Cost of living

34

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

Flat 10%

Income tax (national)

VAT 12% · social security 10%

Flat 10% under the Tax Code of 18 January 2022 No. 3; a separate sales tax of 1%-5% applies to turnover.

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

Living

1

Happiness

6.0

#64 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

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Who it’s for

Foreign nationals hired by a Kyrgyz company or individual entrepreneur.

Eligibility

  • Employer application

    The organization submits a statement letter asking the MFA Consular Department to issue a uniform permit for a stated period, and undertakes to ensure the foreigner's stay in line with the Law 'On External Labor Migration'.

  • SW1 visaSeconded installers

    This visa is for seconded employees of foreign companies who install or repair equipment that the company supplied.

    SW1 visa validity

    Initial validity
    up to 60 calendar days
    With extensionmaximum
    up to 1 year
    • Covers installing or repairing equipment they supplied
    Official wording

    For seconded employees of foreign legal entities installing or repairing equipment they supplied; validity up to 60 calendar days, extendable up to 1 year.

  • SW2 visaJournalists, charity staff

    This visa is for journalists, correspondents and charity foundation employees, requested by a state authority.

    SW2 visa validity

    Initial validity
    up to 60 calendar days
    With extensionmaximum
    up to 1 year
    • Needs a petition from a state authority
    Official wording

    For journalists, correspondents and charity foundation employees, on a state authority's petition; validity up to 60 calendar days, extendable up to 1 year.

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Next requirementTemporary residence for work
  • Document checklistStatement letter for uniform permit (LLC or individual entrepreneur form)
  • FeesUniform permit / work visa fee

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