🔹 1. Choose Your Business Structure
The most common business types in Uzbekistan are:
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Individual Entrepreneur (YATT) – Suitable for one person, easier to register and manage.
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Limited Liability Company (LLC/MChJ) – Suitable for one or more founders, more formal, and widely accepted for contracts and growth.
📄 FOR INDIVIDUAL ENTREPRENEURS (YATT)
Step 1: Register the Business
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Go to my.gov.uz or visit your local Public Services Center.
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Required:
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Passport,
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Residential address,
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Select your business activity (based on OKED codes – Uzbek classification of activities).
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✅ You’ll receive:
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Registration certificate,
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Taxpayer ID (TIN/STIR),
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Activity code (OKED).
Step 2: Open a Bank Account
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Open a business account at any local bank under your name.
Step 3: Register a Cash Register (if applicable)
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If you deal with cash payments, register an online cash register (ONKM) via the tax system.
Step 4: Tax Registration
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Most YATTs pay a fixed monthly tax or single tax payment.
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You must submit tax reports monthly or quarterly depending on the type of tax system.
📄 FOR LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC / MChJ)
Step 1: Business Registration
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Register your company via my.gov.uz or in person at a Public Services Center.
📝 Required Documents:
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Passport(s) of founder(s),
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Company name,
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Legal address (lease or ownership papers),
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Founding documents (charter and decision on establishment).
✅ You’ll receive:
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Registration certificate,
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Taxpayer ID (TIN),
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Charter (Ustav),
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Bank confirmation letter.
Step 2: Open a Business Bank Account
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Open a corporate account in any Uzbek bank.
Step 3: Apply for Additional Licenses (If Required)
Certain activities need special licenses:
| Type of Business | Licensing Authority |
|---|---|
| Education centers | Ministry of Public or Higher Education |
| Medical services or pharmacies | Ministry of Health |
| Alcohol sales | State Alcohol Authority |
| Security, transportation, etc. | Local police or regulatory body |
Step 4: Tax & Accounting
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Common taxes: Profit Tax, VAT, Social Tax, etc.
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You’ll need an accountant or an outsourced bookkeeping service.
🔧 Helpful Portals & Organizations
| Platform / Authority | Purpose |
|---|---|
| My.gov.uz | Online registration and document submission |
| Soliq.uz | Tax registration and reporting |
| Public Services Center (Davlat Xizmatlari) | In-person document processing |
| Entrepreneurship Support Centers | Training, consulting, access to finance |
💡 Tips for New Business Owners
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✅ Secure a rental agreement for your business location — this will serve as your legal address.
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✅ Check if a license is needed for your type of activity.
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✅ Start small, think digital — use social media (Instagram, Telegram, etc.) to promote your business.
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✅ Keep proper records of your expenses, sales, and taxes from day one.