A number of significant transformations are expected in Uzbekistan starting in September 2026, affecting household incomes, tax policy, the transport sector, as well as the social sphere and culture.
As part of these changes, the minimum wage and the basic calculation unit will be increased. Furthermore, the salaries of employees in budgetary institutions and stipends will increase by 7%. Tariffs for vehicle and mobile device registration will also be adjusted, and substantial tax relief is being introduced for the film industry and cultural structures.
Changes in Income and Expenses
One of the key points is the adjustment of basic indicators that affect various payments and disbursements. The minimum wage will reach 1.36 million soms monthly from September 1, and the basic calculation unit (BCU) will rise to 440 thousand soms. This change will automatically lead to the recalculation of fees and payments.
The cost of registering vehicles will increase: a passenger car will cost approximately 3.1 million soms, and an electric car will cost 660 thousand. The fee for issuing a state license plate will be 2.42 million soms, and for a technical passport—308 thousand. When buying a used car, the notary fee will also increase to 1.32 million soms.
Expenses for mobile phone registration will also change. The standard fee for IMEI registration, which was 20% of the BCU, will increase to 88 thousand soms. If registration occurs after the established deadline, the fee will be 110 thousand (25% of the BCU).
For individual entrepreneurs, the increase in the BCU will lead to an increase in some mandatory payments. The state duty for registering an IE through the public services center will be 440 thousand soms, and 396 thousand soms for online registration. The monthly social tax for IEs will also rise to 440 thousand soms.
Additionally, according to the presidential decree of June 23, the salaries of employees in budgetary organizations and stipends will increase by 7%. This increase will take effect in September, unlike pensions and allowances, which were raised earlier, on July 1.
Support for Education and Vulnerable Groups
Specific changes will occur in the education sector for military personnel. Conscript soldiers studying at universities under contract will be able to benefit from a preferential educational loan to cover the costs of the first year of study. Also, starting from the 2026/27 academic year, they will have the opportunity to enroll in distance bachelor's programs.
New regulations also concern children with special educational needs. Starting September 1, a 'family' support system will be introduced, within which social workers will support parents in obtaining educational and social services for children, monitoring the timely receipt of necessary assistance by the child.
Support for private schools working with children with special educational needs will be expanded. Institutions opening correctional classes will be eligible for subsidies for each student. The size of this subsidy depends on the region: in Tashkent, it is 11 BCUs (4.84 million soms), in regional centers and Nukus—9.5 BCUs (4.18 million), and in other cities and districts—8.5 BCUs (3.74 million soms).
Care allowances will begin to be received by adults with severe intellectual disabilities. 'Muruvvat' boarding schools will be transformed into 'Gamhurlik' centers, which will have expanded rehabilitation and support capabilities. These centers will house children with disabilities and adults with mental disorders of groups I-II requiring care, and they will have access to sports, creative activities, and courses for independent living.
Financial Support for Culture and Arts
The cultural sphere will receive additional financial incentives. Winners and prize-winners of major international and republican competitions will be awarded lump-sum bonuses. A bonus of 300 million soms is provided for first place in an international competition, 200 million for second, and 100 million for third. For republican competitions, the amounts are 100, 50, and 25 million respectively.
Teachers and concertmasters who prepared the laureates can receive a salary supplement of up to 100% for one year. The state will also cover the costs of winners and prize-winners participating in prestigious international competitions, as well as the expenses of their mentors. These measures apply to employees of private schools and creative studios.
Tax Benefits for the Film Industry
The film industry and other cultural organizations will receive significant tax benefits. From September 1, 2026, until January 1, 2036, concert organizations, film studios, companies producing children's content, private theaters and theater studios, as well as non-state educational institutions of culture and art will be exempt from VAT, profit tax, turnover tax, property tax, and land tax. Employees of these organizations will also be exempt from personal income tax. Foreign companies participating in film production in Uzbekistan will not pay withholding tax on income received.
Changes in Urban Transport Operations
Urban transport will undergo changes: passengers on buses operating under gross contracts must pay the fare immediately upon entry. Payment can be made using a bank card, transport or social card, smartphone, or devices supporting NFC, QR code, or biometrics. A passenger who has not paid and has not confirmed their right to a discount will be treated as fare dodger and may be fined.
New requirements are also being introduced for owners of vehicles equipped with gas systems. Starting September 1, refueling vehicles with gas that have not passed technical inspection will be prohibited. This restriction also applies to vehicles with gas cylinders whose expiration date has passed or lack the necessary permits. Inspections will be carried out automatically through the U-Gas and Eco-Himoya systems.
Another important change concerns the liquefied gas market. It is planned that from September 1, the functions of supplying the population and social facilities with liquefied hydrocarbon gas will be transferred to private operators based on outsourcing and trust management. The selection of private companies will be conducted through electronic tenders, and the processes of gas reception, storage, and delivery will transition to a digital format. Face-ID will be used to identify consumers, and cylinders will receive electronic marking to monitor their condition.