Procedure for renouncing citizenship of Uzbekistan
If a person is in Uzbekistan, then he needs to send an application for renunciation of current citizenship to the Department of Internal Affairs at his permanent residence address. If he lives in Russia, he should contact the consular office of Uzbekistan located on the territory of the Russian Federation.
So, in Moscow you can contact the Embassy of Uzbekistan, located at 2-1 Kazachiy Lane, 2 (Mon-Fri, from 10 to 13 hours).
The package of documents is as follows:
- questionnaire (2 pcs.);
- application (2 pcs.);
- autobiography (2 pcs.);
- consent from the spouse, certified by an employee of a notary agency (2 pcs.);
- color photo for documents 3×4 (3 pcs.);
- photocopy of the Uzbek passport with all pages, including blank ones (2 pcs.);
- departure sheet from Uzbekistan (2 pcs.);
- a binder folder in which all submitted documents are sewn.
When filling out the application and questionnaires, you must consider the following rules:
- corrections and erasures are prohibited;
- documents are filled out by hand with a standard ballpoint pen;
- documents are signed by the applicant indicating the date of their sending to the consular department.
Also, a person may be required to provide additional documents: a diploma of education, a military ID or a certificate from the military registration and enlistment office, certificates of absence of debts on taxes and payments for housing and communal services, a copy of the house register.
If the applicant is a child between 14 and 18 years old, then he needs to obtain a consent to renounce citizenship, certified by a notary. The application is submitted by his parents or guardians. If one of the parents retains the citizenship of Uzbekistan, then written and notarized consent is required from him for the renunciation of his child’s current citizenship.
Certificates and papers in Uzbek must be translated into Russian by contacting a licensed translation company, after which they must be notarized and apostilled.
You can use the help of a legal representative by drawing up a power of attorney for him and having it certified by a notary agency.
The processing time for an application is from 1 to 2 years. If during this period a person’s residential address or telephone number has changed, then he will need to inform the consular department about this fact in writing. Otherwise, the applicant risks receiving late notification of a negative or positive decision on his application.
From the moment the President of Uzbekistan signs the decree, the person is deprived of his previous citizenship. This decree is posted on the official websites of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the embassy, so you can remotely check the current status of consideration of the application.
Description of the procedure for renunciation of citizenship
Article 40 of the Law on Citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan defines: the period for consideration of citizenship issues should not exceed 1 year.
Why do you need a full withdrawal paper? For example, participants in the NRN program must renounce their original citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
How to submit an applicant’s application: list of documents
Not the same thing. As you can see, sets of documents submitted to government agencies differ depending on the place of their submission. The list of required papers when submitting at the place of permanent residence to the VVIOG department differs from the list for Uzbeks who are residents of the Russian Federation.
In 2021, the list of documents for renouncing citizenship of Uzbekistan directly depends on the status of the applicant and the state in which the application is submitted to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan - in the homeland or abroad. The requirements include the provision by the Applicant of prepared documents in triplicate.
It is necessary to prepare two equivalent folders, each of which must contain a list of originals and their notarized copies. The standard kit is assembled and the docks are fastened in the sequence indicated in the inventory.
The basis for initiating the process is a personal application for renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan; a sample is posted on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The list is standard, we recommend that you sign up for a consultation at the consular department to clarify additional certificates in addition to those stated in the list.
Important. Let’s consider what to collect in a folder when applying to the Ministry of Internal Affairs on the territory of the original state, when it is possible to renounce citizenship without a certificate of departure for permanent residence
- application addressed to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan;
- a form with the applicant’s personal information and personal information of family members (filled out by hand);
- autobiography, see how to write it;
- general passport with copies of pages;
- photographs (4 pcs., size 3x4 cm);
- marriage certificate - copies, and certificate of marital status;
- copies of children's birth certificates;
- photocopies of family members’ passports;
- notarized written consent of the spouse, if both spouses are Uzbeks;
- receipt of payment of state duty;
- certificates confirming the absence of debts from the housing office and the tax service;
- consent of a child aged 14-18 years to renounce citizenship;
- written permission to take a child abroad;
- folders.
A list of documents for renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan in Moscow, St. Petersburg or Novosibirsk is submitted to the consular department with a petition addressed to the head of state, a questionnaire and autobiography, a photo, a copy of the passport with a certificate of departure, the consent of the spouse, a receipt for payment of the state duty.
Who makes the decision
At the legislative level, it is determined that the applicant will have to wait until the relevant Presidential Decree is signed within the agreed period. And here we see nuances: documents must pass checks by departments. Employees of government agencies send requests to the Security Service and the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Next, a legal opinion is expected to be received and the completed case is sent to the citizenship commission for consideration + the commission’s decision.
The decision made by the commission is either satisfied or the application is rejected, taking into account legal norms. Based on the positive decisions received, a decree is drawn up, signed by the President of the Republic, and the applicant is issued a certificate confirming the fact of renunciation of citizenship of the country.
The result of the completed procedure is obtaining a certificate of absence of Uzbek citizenship.
How can citizens of Uzbekistan renounce their citizenship while in Russia?
Currently, Uzbekistan is actively developing. However, the standard of living in this country remains lower than in Russia. Therefore, people from it first leave for Russia to work, and then strive to obtain Russian citizenship for permanent residence.
Let's look at how to renounce Uzbek citizenship at the Uzbek Embassy in Moscow and what documents are required for this.
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How to formalize a renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship
Despite the fact that, according to the laws of Uzbekistan, when acquiring citizenship of another country, its residents may not renounce their current one, there are many who want to formalize the procedure for renouncing citizenship of Uzbekistan. We will look at how to renounce an Uzbek passport and what is required for this in this material.
Renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan is carried out by its citizens if they need to emigrate to another country and eventually obtain citizenship, employment and study outside their country. In many cases, the need to leave Uzbekistan for permanent residence is associated with the need to renounce the citizenship of this country. It is worth mentioning that this procedure takes a very long time to complete and the procedure itself is quite complicated.
Reasons for registration.
When is a decision made?
According to Art. 41 of the new law, which will come into force in September 2020, the period during which an application for renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship is considered does not exceed 1 year. The same rule applies until September.
Article 10 of the current law and Article 12 of the new law establish the non-recognition of a foreign passport from an Uzbek citizen.
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Why renounce your country's citizenship?
The main reason prompting emigrants to formalize their renunciation of Uzbek citizenship in Moscow is the desire to move to permanent residence (permanent residence) in Russia. And since, according to the laws of the Republic of Uzbekistan, it is impossible to obtain a second citizenship, you have to formalize a renunciation of Uzbek citizenship.
Most often, emigrants want to do this without leaving for their historical homeland. How to renounce citizenship of Uzbekistan while in Russia? This is the first question that every Uzbek emigrant asks himself when he decides to change his citizenship.
In addition to voluntary renunciation, there is also a forced renunciation, which in legal language is called “loss of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan.” In this case, the initiative to deprive one of citizenship comes from the state. The “Citizenship Law” of the Republic identifies the reason why one can lose citizenship of the country - under the terms of bilateral treaties between foreign states.
Why renounce citizenship?
Is it really necessary to renounce Uzbek citizenship when moving for permanent residence to another state?
It's simple: to become a citizen, for example, of the Russian Federation, you should not have citizenship of another country (except in exceptional cases of dual citizenship, more on that later).
For the most part, Uzbeks renounce citizenship of their homeland voluntarily. But there are cases when this must be done without fail, without the direct consent of the citizen:
- Joining the police force in another state.
- Holding a public office in another country.
- Obtaining citizenship of Uzbekistan (or another country) is illegal, using forged documents.
- Unreasonable stay abroad for more than 5 years (in the event that the citizen has not registered with the consulate).
How does the process work?
To formalize the refusal, you must personally apply with a complete package of necessary documents to the consular department of the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Moscow or to one of the Consulates General in St. Petersburg or Novosibirsk.
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If personal presence is impossible for good reasons, then the documents can be presented by a representative using a power of attorney executed by a notary. Many emigrants ask the question: “Where to send the renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship by mail?” The answer is clear: sending documents by mail is not allowed.
Documents for renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan
Here is the main list of papers to start the process of changing citizenship:
- An appeal addressed to the President of Uzbekistan in two copies.
- Questionnaire - 2 pcs.
- Autobiography in two copies.
- Color photographs 45x55 mm - 3 pcs.
- A copy of the passport (all pages) in two copies.
- Duplicate or copy of the address sheet for leaving Uzbekistan – 2 pcs.
- Notarized consent of the spouse to renounce Uzbek citizenship, certificate of absence of property and other claims against the applicant (2 pcs.).
- Folder – 1 pc.
- Receipt for payment of state duty.
All documents must be completed correctly, without errors or corrections.
Advice . Find a way (in person, by phone or by email) to clarify what changes and additions have occurred in the package of documents exactly when you begin to create your folder. Be sure to check the validity period of the documents so that at the time of delivery you do not have expired documents.
Mandatory conditions for renouncing citizenship in Russia
The consular department will accept a package of documents only from those citizens who have been discharged from their permanent place of residence in the Uzbek Republic and registered with the Russian consulate.
All documents are carefully checked and processed by consular employees. Clarifying questions may be asked, additional clarifying certificates and official letters may be required.
Reference . Reception of documents cannot exceed 21 days.
Where is the refusal sent?
If the documents are accepted, you will be given a certificate stating that you have submitted documents to renounce the citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan and they are under consideration. Then the documents are transferred to the commission under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The review period is 1 year from the date of submission of documents. Citizenship is considered lost after the President of Uzbekistan signs the corresponding decree.
The procedure is quite lengthy, but the certificate received will be your basis for safe entry into your homeland as a citizen of another country.
Representative offices of Uzbekistan in Russia
For all migration issues, you can contact one of the following institutions on the territory of the Russian Federation.
Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Moscow
Reception of visitors for all questions: Monday - Friday from 09.00 to 17.00.
Issuance of passports: Monday - Friday from 09.00 to 14.00.
Lunch break: from 13.00 to 14.00.
- for issuing a certificate for return to Uzbekistan (5th window) from 17.00 to 18.00, +7 499 230-07-15;
- for visa issues (1st window) and citizenship issues (2nd window) from 17.00 to 18.00;
- for registration of a biometric passport and consular registration (4th window) from 09.00 to 10.00; +7 499 238-36-20.
Days off: Saturday, Sunday.
Also, the Consular Section does not accept visitors on official holidays of the Republic of Uzbekistan (January 1, March 8, March 21, May 9, September 1, October 1, December 8 and the first days of Ramadan Hayit and Kurban Hayit).
Consulate General in St. Petersburg
Address: St. Petersburg, 4th Krasnoarmeyskaya street, building No. 4A.
Consulate General in Novosibirsk
Address: Novosibirsk, st. Lomonosova 55 (1st floor).
Metro: Marshala Pokryshkina
530 meters Sibirskaya
Renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship to obtain Russian citizenship in 2021
Regardless of which country a citizen of Uzbekistan goes to, he is interested in the possibility of obtaining citizenship for the purpose of receiving additional benefits and state guarantees in the country of residence, as well as obtaining a qualified job. At the same time, the Constitution of the Russian Federation provides for the possibility of acquiring dual citizenship in the presence of an international treaty, but the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan does not provide for dual citizenship, accordingly, the acquisition of Russian citizenship by a citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan should be based on the renunciation of existing citizenship. Having two citizenships is illegal. Let's consider the procedure for renouncing citizenship of Uzbekistan.
The procedure for submitting a renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan in the Russian Federation in 2021
A citizen of Uzbekistan can refuse a national identity card while in Russia if he plans to obtain a Russian passport. The procedure is carried out in the OVVIOG departments of the Department of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation. These institutions can be easily found in any locality in Russia. The application is submitted in the region of actual residence of the foreigner, which must coincide with that indicated in the registration documents submitted to the Migration Service of the Russian Federation upon entry into the country!
Expert recommendation
From 2021, according to changes to the Administrative Regulations of Russia, legal entities are prohibited from registering foreign workers at their address in commercial premises. Separate residential squares should be allocated for their residence. If it is established that citizens do not reside in the declared territory, this will be regarded as a violation of migration rules. The consequences may include significant fines (from 250 to 800 thousand rubles for each foreign worker on the basis of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation), bringing those responsible for the placement of foreign workers to criminal liability on the basis of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation and/or deportation from the country. There is no point in taking risks and waiting for a check at a certain time; it can be carried out on an irregular basis by order of the head of the migration department in the area where migrants live.
Golovina L.D., employee of the Main Department of Migration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for the Irkutsk region
Regulatory regulation of renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan
“The Agreement between the Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan on cooperation and mutual assistance in customs matters” (Concluded in Moscow on 03/02/1994) regulates the visa-free regime for travel between Russia and Uzbekistan.
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The Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan” dated July 2, 1992 N 632-XII regulates the acquisition, restoration and termination of citizenship.
The Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan provides and ensures the rights to citizenship of the country.
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Possible grounds for renouncing citizenship of Uzbekistan
The procedure occurs in connection with the move of an Uzbek to another state with which there are no agreements on accepting dual citizenship. In this case, he receives her citizenship, and it is not possible to leave the current one of Uzbekistan.
Consequently, if a person applies for citizenship of another country for reasons such as marriage, emigration for work reasons (valuable specialist), or acquisition of refugee status, then he must automatically renounce his current Uzbek language. Refusal also occurs in the following cases:
- work in government authorities of another country;
- previously obtained Uzbek citizenship using false documents or other illegal means, and now this has become clear;
- absence of entry for three or more years (but did not notify special consular services about this (it is taken into account whether there were reasons);
- An Uzbek exhibited inappropriate behavior that significantly impacted the people of the country.
Refusal of citizenship is accompanied not only by the fact that there will no longer be a passport of a citizen of Uzbekistan, but also by a number of other reasons. In particular, after refusal it will become impossible to:
- visit the country using a regular internal passport;
- enjoy the opportunity to receive free education and medical benefits;
- vote in any elections and participate in the political life of Uzbekistan;
- work in any government organizations in the country.
If you are not sure that renouncing your citizenship is necessary, then it is better to weigh the pros and cons.
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Grounds for termination of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Article 10. Non-recognition of citizenship of a foreign state for a citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan reflects non-recognition of citizenship of a foreign state for a citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Article 19. Grounds for termination of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan” reflects the following grounds:
- due to renunciation of citizenship
- due to loss of citizenship
- on the grounds provided for by international treaties of the Republic of Uzbekistan
- for other reasons
Termination of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan also entails termination of citizenship of the Republic of Karakalpakstan.
Refusal to renounce citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan is permitted at the request of a citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan may be denied if the citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan, applying for renunciation of citizenship, has unfulfilled obligations to the state or property obligations that relate to the interests of citizens, as well as state and public organizations.
Also, renunciation of the citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan is not allowed if the citizen has been brought to criminal responsibility as an accused or there is a court verdict that has entered into legal force and is subject to execution, as well as if the person’s renunciation of the citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan is contrary to the interests of state security of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Loss of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan may be lost due to:
- entry of a citizen into military service, government bodies and administration in a foreign country
- failure to provide information to the consulate without good reason for 5 years by a person permanently residing abroad
- submission of knowingly false information or false documents when acquiring citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan
On the loss of citizenship, a Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan is issued and from the date of publication of this decree, the citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan is lost.
The procedure for processing documents on renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan
A citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan residing in the territory of the country submits an application for renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan to the internal affairs bodies at the place of permanent residence. A citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan living abroad submits an application for renunciation of citizenship to the consular office of Uzbekistan in the host country.
An application for renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan and a package of documents are submitted personally by the applicant.
When submitting documents to renounce citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan, you must provide the following documents in 3 copies:
- application for renunciation of citizenship addressed to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
- application form
- autobiography
- color photo 45x55 mm (4 pieces)
- a copy of all pages of the passport of a citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan
- copy of birth certificate
- confirmation of the applicant’s departure for permanent residence abroad
- notarized consent of the spouse to the applicant’s renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan (if married)
- copy of marriage certificate (if married)
- a copy of the child’s birth certificate (if you have children)
All copies of documents are provided with the originals, after verification of which they are returned to the owner.
An application for renunciation of the citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan for persons under 18 years of age is submitted by parents or legal representatives with a copy of the child’s birth certificate. Persons aged 14 to 18 years, provided that the child has not received a passport of a citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan, then the written consent of children aged 14 to 18 years, notarized, must be attached to the application of parents or legal representatives.
In a situation where both parents are citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan or one of the parents is a citizen of a foreign state, one of the parents renounces citizenship, with a simultaneous application for renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan for a minor child, then it is necessary to attach a statement from the other parent (notarized), which expresses his consent on the child’s renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
When preparing the materials of the case on renunciation of citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the applicant must pay consular fees in the amount of 100 US dollars and additionally pay actual expenses.
How to renounce citizenship of Uzbekistan at the embassy in Moscow
This article will provide all the important and necessary information on how the renunciation of Uzbek citizenship should be carried out at the embassy in Moscow.
Due to different life circumstances or personal preferences, every person has the right to choose the country that he likes to live in. In the case of the Uzbek Republic, legislation prohibits citizens of this country from having dual citizenship.
Therefore, if it is necessary to acquire citizenship of another country, you will need to renounce Uzbek citizenship. As the process and experience show, this is not an easy task.
Where to submit papers
There are two options for renouncing citizenship of Uzbekistan: at the Moscow Embassy and in the Republic of Uzbekistan itself.
City of Moscow, 2nd Kazachiy Lane, bldg. 2 – the consulate of the Uzbek Republic is located at this address, where it is possible to register a renunciation of citizenship. The current information provided on the embassy’s website will help you collect the necessary packages of documents.
All papers must be delivered for processing by the applicant in person. The only exception can be a good reason (if the citizen is far from Moscow, is sick, etc.). In this case, a power of attorney for an authorized person must be drawn up and confirmed by a notary. In addition, all signatures on each document must be certified by a notary.
An important point is that the Uzbek Embassy in Moscow does not review or return any important papers sent by mail or fax.
List of papers
Renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan is formalized using the following documents:
- Application for renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan, issued in the name of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. It is prepared on a computer and provided in the form of 2 originals.
- Application form. Two originals, designed on a computer. A current sample application form can be found on the consulate website.
- The applicant's autobiography must be provided in two originals. A detailed sample autobiography can be viewed on the official website of the consulate, section consular questions.
- Color photo 4.5*5.5, 4 pcs.
- 2 copies of each page of the passport of a citizen of the Republic of Uzbekistan, formalizing the renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan, including blank pages.
- In the case of an issued passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation, you must also provide a copy of all pages in duplicate.
- Copy of birth certificate (2 copies)
- Address sheet of departure from the Uzbek Republic or its duplicate – 2 pcs.
- If in the marital status column the applicant is indicated as married, then his spouse must fill out an application for permission to renounce citizenship of the Uzbek Republic. It must contain information about the absence of any property or other claims against the applicant. In addition, the application for permission must be notarized and submitted in two copies.
- Copy of marriage certificate
- A copy of the children's birth certificate, if available.
Documentation Features
All documents must be checked and delivered to the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Moscow in a cardboard folder.
All documents in a foreign language must be translated. The identity document must be translated and an apostille must be attached to it. All translations must be made by professional agencies and must be certified by a notary.
Upon approval of all documents, the applicant is required to pay a consular fee in the amount of 100 dollars (USD).
Citizenship renunciation for children
If a child under the age of majority (18 years) applies to renounce citizenship of Uzbekistan, the application is filled out by his parents with the child’s birth certificate attached.
If a child aged 14 to 18 years has never owned a passport of a citizen of the Urals, then when submitting documents, both parents must provide certified written consent to change citizenship.
If both parents of a minor child have different nationalities (UR and Russia, for example), then the parent who does not have Uzbek citizenship must provide a statement certified by a notary, in which he describes his opinion regarding the loss of Uzbek citizenship by his/her child.
The state fee for an application filed on behalf of a child is also 100 USD . Renunciation of citizenship of Uzbekistan can also be issued on the territory of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
To do this, you must appear at the police department at your place of residence with the following package of documents:
- Application addressed to the head of the Uzbek Republic.
- Application form (can be filled out by hand).
- Autobiography (in free form).
- A copy of all pages of the general passport of Uzbekistan.
- Color photo 4.5*5.5, 4 pcs.
- Certificate indicating marital status.
- A duplicate of general passports of all members of the applicant’s family living in the territory of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Terms of consideration
As for the processing time for an application, on average it is 1-2 years . This already serious and lengthy process becomes even longer due to the fact that the document on approval of the application for renunciation of citizenship of the Uzbek Republic must be signed personally by the president of the country.
During the document review process, the applicant has the right to contact the consulate and find out the status of the current process. To do this, you need a photocopy of your passport, a photocopy of your application, and a questionnaire. They must be sent to the consulate's email address. This address can be found by calling the consulate information service or on the official website.
The process of renouncing Uzbek citizenship at the embassy in Moscow requires a lot of energy, concentration and financial influence. It is important to follow all the rules and catch the details, and then a positive result is guaranteed.
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Answers to common questions
Question No. 1 : In a situation where a citizen of Uzbekistan has acquired Russian citizenship and is not able to leave Russia to revoke citizenship, what should he do?
Answer : To formalize the renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship, you can contact the Uzbekistan Embassy in Moscow. Renunciation of citizenship carried out abroad occurs under the same conditions, but it is important that the applicant is discharged from the place of registration and has been registered in Russia.
Question No. 2 : What is the time frame during which renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship is carried out through the consulate?
Answer : The procedure can last more than 1 year, since the consulate transmits documents to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, sends a request for confirmation of information to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the country's security service, a conclusion is drawn up and all materials are transferred to the Citizenship Commission, which studies the case and makes a decision. The decree on loss of citizenship is signed by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
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Is dual citizenship allowed?
According to current legislation, it is prohibited for a resident of the republic to have two passports. As already noted, failure to notify of such a fact will result in automatic deprivation of status and the passport of a citizen of Uzbekistan will be cancelled. The country's diplomatic missions abroad are not authorized to make such a decision; this is within the competence of the country's president. He is presented with documents indicating the presence of dual citizenship, and within a period of 1 to 3 years he issues a special decree depriving the person of his Uzbek indigenous status. An act with a complete list of people who have lost their status is published in official sources of information.
If we talk about the Russian Federation, then the country’s legislation allows dual citizenship only with those states with which an agreement on this has been concluded. Today, Russia has a bilateral agreement with Tajikistan, but does not have one with Uzbekistan.
Responsibility for violation of the law
It is not possible to have dual citizenship in the republic today; punishment will follow for this. If you do not inform the consulate about this fact within 30 days, the person will face a fine in 2021. The situation is aggravated if evasion of information causes damage to Uzbekistan.
How to renounce citizenship of Uzbekistan in Moscow in 2021
Despite the favorable living conditions on the territory of ancient Uzbekistan, many of its citizens still strive for a better life, and therefore move en masse to Russia to find work there and provide for their families. Not everyone, however, intends to return, even to complete the paperwork. For those who have decided to migrate, it will be useful to know how to formalize the renunciation of Uzbek citizenship in Moscow, since the legalization process without this stage will not be complete.
Where can I renounce Uzbek citizenship?
In Moscow, almost any notary has the opportunity to draw up this document. Usually, the notary's office only needs to say to which state's authority the application for renunciation of citizenship is being sent. Due to the fact that each country has its own requirements, it is necessary to select the text of the statement in accordance with accepted standards. The cost of registering a renunciation of citizenship varies between 800-1500 rubles.
Many people mistakenly assume that this application must be submitted to the Uzbek Embassy in Moscow. Renunciation of citizenship is a document that is intended not so much for the authorities of the republic as for migration inspectors in the Russian Federation. Let's take a closer look at all the nuances when completing this important application.
Let's turn to the law
The first thing you need to find out is whether it is really necessary to renounce your Uzbek identity. The answer is clear - yes, it is necessary. The laws of Uzbekistan do not allow dual citizenship. At the same time, according to Russian legislation, residents of Russia can have passports of two different states only if an appropriate agreement on mutual recognition of documents has been signed with a foreign state. To date, Russian representatives have not signed such an agreement with Uzbekistan.
There are several ways to renounce citizenship of Uzbekistan:
The period for consideration of the application may take at least one year.
If we talk about the reasons that may cause the loss of Uzbek citizenship, then the main ones include the following:
- joining the armed forces of another state;
- refusal to register at the consulate of Uzbekistan for 5 years after leaving the country;
- provision of fictitious documents.
At the same time, all those who plan to enter this country in the future as a foreign citizen will have to renounce their Uzbek citizenship. If it is discovered that you did not apply for a waiver, difficulties may arise at the border. Violators are subject to penalties up to and including criminal liability. True, to successfully cross the border, it is enough to have only a certificate in hand confirming that you have already submitted a package of documents for refusal.
Application procedure
For those who are already on Russian territory, it will be useful to know how to obtain a renunciation of Uzbek citizenship without leaving the Russian Federation. You should submit documents to the embassy of your country. The best way to do this is in Moscow. The representative office of Uzbekistan is located at the address: Second Kazachy Lane 2.
It is assumed that your package of documents should consist of two parts - originals and their copies. Please note that the set of papers that you submit while staying at home and in Moscow is somewhat different.
List of documents
So, to apply in Moscow for renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship, you need to prepare the following documents:
- Petition addressed to the President.
- Autobiography.
- Questionnaire.
- Photo.
- Uzbek passport.
- Departure sheet.
- Receipt for payment of state duty.
- Your spouse's consent, which must be notarized.
Checking the status of your application
After submitting a petition, an Uzbek citizen can easily check at what stage his application is at. To this end, he needs to prepare:
- questionnaire sheet;
- a copy of a document confirming that the application has already been submitted;
- a copy of the internal ID card.
The request, along with the listed scanned copies of the documents, can be sent to the email address of the diplomatic mission.
When submitting your application, be prepared for the fact that you may be required to provide additional information and confirmation. The consular officer will clarify this list on an individual basis.
Do not forget that your application will be personally reviewed by the head of state after it has passed all stages of verification. This is why the process can be long. In any case, there is no reason to worry, because you will have a certificate in your hands stating that you have completed your part of the procedure.
Price
Another important component of the question of how to formalize the renunciation of Uzbekistan citizenship is the cost of the service. Today it is 120 US dollars; Only exempt from minors.
You can get an appointment at the consulate on any day, except Friday and Sunday. Moreover, it is possible to ask all your questions over the phone. A special time has been allocated for this - Monday-Thursday from 15 to 17.00.
Do not forget, however, that the issue is not always resolved in favor of the applicant. The reasons for this are quite difficult to explain. Often they are criminal records or unfulfilled obligations to the Uzbek state. And lastly, you can only submit your application in person. The remote option is not considered as a method of contact.