Why Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan: a thriving hub for IT innovation and growth

Why technology specialists, founders and investors are choosing Tashkent: an immigration route built for the sector, a cost base well below comparable hubs, and an industry hiring faster than it can recruit.

The salary, headcount and growth figures on this page are as published by the IT Park relocation portal (it-relocation.uz). They are indicative market information, not QuantYogi estimates, and not legal, tax or immigration advice. Entry conditions differ by nationality and change — confirm yours with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before travelling.

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1. Visa and immigration routes for IT specialists

IT Visa

  • Introduced on 1 April 2022
  • Multiple entry, valid for up to three years
  • Extendable without leaving Uzbekistan
  • Open to foreign IT specialists, investors and their families
  • Granted on a recommendation from IT Park Uzbekistan
  • Typically issued within three business days of that recommendation
  • Access to public education and health services for holders and dependants
  • Residence in any region of the country without additional registration

Standard work permit

  • For applicants outside the IT Visa programme
  • Visas issued at diplomatic missions or consular offices abroad
  • Based on an invitation from a legal entity or individual in Uzbekistan
  • Processing time stated at four working days

Programme terms as published by IT Park Uzbekistan and the IT relocation portal. Issuance remains a decision of the Uzbek authorities.

2. Cost of living and quality of life

Housing under a fifth of pay

For IT professionals earning $2,000–$4,000 a month, housing costs take up less than 20% of salary.

Lower costs than regional hubs

Tashkent is presented as markedly cheaper than Bangalore, Moscow or Kyiv, leaving more room to save.

Travel and connections

Affordable international flights from Tashkent to Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

Time back in the day

Short commuting times and easy access to nature outside the city.

Cost comparisons as published by the IT relocation portal; actual costs vary by district, household and standard of living.

3. Salaries and career growth

30–50% above the national average

IT salaries are reported well ahead of the national average wage.

$1,500–$2,500 a month

Typical range quoted for mid-level developers.

Up to $4,000 a month

Quoted upper range for senior software engineers.

Higher purchasing power

Pay is set against a cost of living below Europe or North America.

Salary ranges as published by the IT relocation portal. Pay depends on role, employer and experience, and no offer or range is guaranteed.

4. Demand for talent

Employment, company and growth figures as published by the IT relocation portal. Official counts from the national statistics service are shown separately on our investor market dashboard.

5. Entry by nationality

Nationals of the countries below may enter Uzbekistan without a visa, or apply online for an e-visa. Length of stay and additional entry conditions differ by nationality.

Visa-free entry (90 countries)

E-visa entry (56 countries)

Lists as published by the IT relocation portal. For the accurate and current position for your nationality, check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan: gov.uz/en/mfa.

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