Here’s a summarized English translation of the key legislative and policy changes coming into effect in Uzbekistan from October 1, 2025:

Driver’s License for Mopeds and Scooters

Starting October 1, operating mopeds and scooters will require a category “A” driver’s license. Riders must undergo training and registration, and vehicles must be officially registered with license plates.

Judicial and Civil Service Reforms

• A new Academy of Justice will train judicial candidates through a six-month government-funded course.

• Enrolled candidates will retain their current positions during training and receive a monthly stipend equivalent to a judicial assistant’s salary.

• The Academy of Public Administration will offer short-term courses for government leaders and candidates for leadership roles.

Digitalization of Government Travel

All domestic and international official travel for civil servants will be managed through the hrm.argos.uz platform’s “Business Trip” module.

Support for Light Industry

A new Agency for the Development of Light Industry will be established, offering financial support, international certification, branding assistance, and training grants.

End of “Prestige” License Plate Auctions

Auctions for “prestigious” license plates will be discontinued.

• Plates with popular letter-number combinations will be sold at fixed elevated prices.

• Others will follow standard issuance procedures.

“Football Field in Every Mahalla” Program

Unused public land will be auctioned for football field development.

• Winners must maintain the field’s purpose for at least 10 years.

• Unsold plots may have their starting price reduced by up to 50% and be offered with installment payment options.

Investment Platforms Legalized

Under a special “Regulatory Sandbox” regime (Oct 2025–Oct 2026), platforms may be used for:

• Securities issuance and trading

• Venture and private fund financing

• Investment in limited partnerships

Seasonal Commerce on Public Land

Entrepreneurs may use government-owned land (parks, boulevards, riversides) for seasonal food, trade, and services. Health and education institution lands are excluded.

“Green Space” Platform Expansion

The platform will display coordinates of tree-planting zones, care instructions, and recommended species. A new Forestry and Green Zone Expansion Agency will manage forest inventories and nurseries.

Pension Payments via Biometrics

Cash pension payments will require Face-ID biometric identification and digital signatures at Halk Bank. Recipients will sign electronically via tablets.

Social Aid via Smart Cards

Cash-based social assistance will gradually be distributed via social cards, funded by the State Poverty Reduction Fund.

Customs Digitization

All import/export and transit documentation (certificates, permits) will be processed exclusively through the Single Window Customs Information System.