Uzbekistan Golden Visa 2025: New 5-Year Residency Option Through Donation
Uzbekistan has officially introduced a new 5-year Golden Visa program that offers residency to foreign nationals in exchange for a donation of at least $1 million. The move marks the country’s first formal step into the global investment migration arena and signals growing interest in attracting wealthy foreigners to boost domestic economic development.
The Uzbekistan Golden Visa 2025 is one of the few in the world that is entirely donation-based and not tied to real estate, job creation, or business investment. This positions Uzbekistan alongside countries like St. Kitts and Nevis or Antigua and Barbuda, which also use donation models to grant residency or citizenship.
How the Uzbekistan Golden Visa Works
According to a presidential decree issued on April 17, the program allows qualified applicants to obtain a 5-year residence permit by making a non-refundable donation of $1 million to the “Public Fund for Support of Persons with Disabilities.”
Other key details include:
•Residency permits are renewable after 5 years
•Visa holders can freely enter and exit Uzbekistan
•Dependents (spouse and children) may be included in the application
•Visa holders will have access to health and education services during their stay
This initiative is part of a broader reform plan aimed at opening Uzbekistan’s economy and encouraging long-term foreign presence in the country.
Why Uzbekistan Is Entering the Investment Migration Market
Uzbekistan has been undergoing rapid modernization under President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, including significant reforms in trade, banking, and taxation. The Golden Visa initiative reflects a strategic move to diversify foreign capital inflow and create stronger ties with the global investor community.
The decision to adopt a donation-based model rather than an investment-focused one may indicate the government’s desire for quick capital inflows with low administrative burden, compared to more complex business or real estate schemes.
Global Comparison: How Uzbekistan’s Program Stands Out
While many Golden Visa programs in Europe, such as Portugal and Greece, are based on real estate or business investment, Uzbekistan is offering a simple, fast-track donation route. This may appeal particularly to:
•HNWIs seeking fast and flexible residence options
• Investors looking for Central Asian market entry
•Families who want to diversify residence rights for long-term mobility
However, since the program is still new, practical application guidelines and legal frameworks are expected to follow in the coming months.
Yusuf Boz: “Uzbekistan’s Golden Visa Could Be a Strategic Gateway”
Yusuf Boz, CEO of GoldenVisaNews.com and a leading expert in investment migration, commented on the development:
“Central Asia has long been overlooked in the Golden Visa world. Uzbekistan’s move could pave the way for new regional players and offer investors an early-mover advantage in a market full of long-term potential.”
Boz added that his team is currently monitoring local partners and will update clients as soon as the application procedures and due diligence criteria are made public.
A Golden Opportunity in the Heart of Central Asia
With the launch of the Uzbekistan Golden Visa 2025, the global residency landscape continues to evolve. For investors looking beyond the traditional options in Europe or the Caribbean, Uzbekistan offers a bold, new frontier—with straightforward terms and a long-term vision.
As application details emerge, those who act early may enjoy unique positioning in one of Asia’s most rapidly transforming economies.
