Moving to Uzbekistan - my experience. What I gained and what I lost – Reconomica

The Republic of Uzbekistan is considered one of the developed states of the post-Soviet space. The advantages of local life include a mild climate and low cost of living. Over the past 20 years, the political and economic situation in the country has stabilized, and foreigners seeking peace and quiet are eager to move here. What are the conditions for immigration to Uzbekistan for Russians?

Advantages of a residence permit in Uzbekistan

Residence permit in this country has two subtypes: for foreigners with citizenship and stateless persons. The document is issued for a period of 5 years, with the possibility of repeated renewal.

Official employment, permission to occupy leadership positions for migrants;
Loyal attitude of local residents and government;
Free niches for business;
Widespread use of the Russian language;
Affordable medicine.

Classification of residence permit in Uzbekistan

Uzbek residence permits based on the reasons for issuance are divided into the following categories:

for foreign citizens;
for stateless persons.

This type of document is valid for 5 years, after which it is subject to renewal. However, for persons over 60 years of age, a residence permit is issued for the entire period of validity of their passport.

Residence permits in Uzbekistan are not divided into temporary and permanent.

Pros and cons of moving to Uzbekistan

Benefits of life

legal residence in one of the most attractive and economically developed countries in Central Asia;
comfortable climate, abundance of natural vegetables and fruits, which can be purchased at a very affordable price;
legal employment;
Uzbekistan is a country with a rich and interesting history;
developed healthcare and education systems, which are practically free for residents and citizens of this country;
the price of real estate in Uzbekistan is affordable even for a Russian with a low income;
the country’s economy is in dire need of investment, and the government’s pragmatic policy helps create a comfortable investment climate and business development;
Pensioners who moved to Uzbekistan can, having a low income, deprive themselves of comfortable material conditions;
The Russian language is widely spoken and is understood by almost all indigenous residents of Uzbekistan;

Minuses

93% of the residents of Uzbekistan profess Islam, Orthodox and Catholics make up a minority - only 7% (there are about 175 Christian churches and 2050 mosques in the country);
the standard of living in Uzbekistan is inferior to the Russian Federation;
It is more difficult for Russians in Uzbekistan to realize themselves than for native Uzbeks;
There are isolated cases of manifestations of national intolerance towards Russians.

Features of registration of a residence permit

Basic requirements for obtaining a residence permit

The main requirement for obtaining a residence permit is legal stay in the country at the time of application. The basic list of documentation includes:

Russian passport;
2 completed copies of the application form in the prescribed form;
notarial statements from friends or relatives with whom the applicant plans to permanently reside, about their attitude to the applicant’s application;
documents from friends or relatives about the availability of rights to own housing and the number of residents;
duty payment receipt;
2 black and white or color photographs on a white background, size 35x45 mm.

After submitting an application, the applicant receives a receipt indicating all submitted documents. It also states that if a residence permit is refused, the applicant is obliged to leave the country, otherwise he will be deported.

Accepted documents are sent to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, regional internal affairs departments and the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Tashkent, where the submitted documents and the identity of the applicant, inviting persons are checked, and the opinion of the national security authorities is requested on this issue. In this case, copies of the available documents are sent to the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, khokimiyats of the regions and the city of Tashkent for the Special Commission to issue an opinion at the request of the applicant, taking into account the availability of real opportunities for his residence and employment in the region.

Appendix 2 to the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated February 26, 1999 No. UP-2240 The period for consideration of the case takes no more than a month.

Additional requirements for different categories of immigrants

The list of additional documentation for foreigners includes:

birth certificates of children;
marriage certificate.

Persons returning to Uzbekistan or residing in this country who have renounced citizenship, as well as those who have not accepted Uzbek citizenship, must additionally submit:

birth certificate (for initial registration of residence permit);
official document renouncing citizenship of Uzbekistan;
3 additional photos.

The application for the child is submitted together with the application of the parent. You will also need his birth certificate. Pensioners have the right to obtain a residence permit, like other foreigners, without providing any additional documentation.

Entry into Uzbekistan: methods and reasons

Russians do not need a visa to enter the territory of this country, since there is a mutual visa-free regime between Russia and Uzbekistan. But you still have to apply for a passport. When crossing the border, you will need to fill out a customs declaration, which indicates all the necessary information about the imported material assets. Without a visa, Russians can live in Uzbekistan for no more than three months. Next, you will need to apply for a residence permit.

Legislative grounds

Russian law is structured in such a way that in order to stay in the country and carry out work activities, you must have a document confirming the legality of your stay.

Citizens from the CIS countries have the right to stay on the territory of the Russian state under a visa-free regime only for three months.

After the specified period, two legal courses of action arise:

Leave the borders of Russia;
Contact the migration service to obtain permits.

Temporary residence permit (TRP) is the primary permit document, which is a document that allows you to legally reside in Russia for the next three years. This period is considered imperative and cannot be extended, and without this paper, the migrant will not be able to obtain a residence permit. In other words, in the matter of obtaining a residence permit, initially citizens of Uzbekistan must take care of the temporary residence permit.

The process of obtaining an Uzbek residence permit is distinguished by its simplicity. Its regulations are established by Order No. UP-2240 of the President of Uzbekistan.

Which service should I contact?

Applications for a residence permit are accepted at the departments of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan at the place of residence of the foreigner. Personal presence of the applicant is required

Methods

Today, an Azerbaijani citizen can obtain Russian citizenship in one of the following ways:

While on the territory of the Russian Federation;
While outside Russia (through the Russian Consulate);
Being on the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Let's consider each method separately.

On the territory of the Russian Federation

Living on the territory of the Russian Federation on a temporary basis and having a residence permit, it will not be difficult for an Azerbaijani citizen to obtain Russian citizenship under a simplified scheme.

To do this, he just needs to contact the territorial division of the Federal Migration Service (FMS) at his place of residence with the necessary list of documents.

A mandatory condition for obtaining Russian citizenship in a simplified manner for a citizen of Azerbaijan is perfect command of the Russian language. Language knowledge is assessed as part of an interview with the migration commission;

In addition to the linguistic exam, a foreign citizen will need to pass exams on knowledge of domestic legislation and history;
Another important condition for obtaining Russian citizenship is the renunciation of Azerbaijani citizenship. According to current legislation, an Azerbaijani cannot have dual citizenship;
After successfully passing the necessary exams, a foreign citizen receives a certificate confirming the opportunity to become a citizen of the Russian Federation. You need to contact the Russian Consulate/Embassy of the Azerbaijan Republic, where the Azerbaijani citizen will draw up a written renunciation of his previous citizenship;
The last condition is proof of financial solvency. To strengthen the chances of obtaining Russian citizenship, an Azerbaijani citizen will have to prove that he is able to independently provide for himself, as well as his family members. Evidence must be presented in the form of relevant documents;

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Abroad

To obtain national citizenship, an Azerbaijani does not have to be on the territory of the Russian Federation. It is enough to provide documentary evidence according to which their blood relatives once lived in Russia.

Otherwise, the procedure for obtaining citizenship is identical to the previous one:

Arrival in Russia;
Passing an interview and examination at the Federal Migration Service;
Providing documents confirming the right to obtain Russian citizenship to the FMS;
Registration of a residence permit;
Submission of the necessary list of documents for obtaining Russian citizenship.

On the territory of the Azerbaijan Republic

While on the territory of the Azerbaijani Republic, an Azerbaijani can also apply for Russian citizenship. To do this, he will need to contact the Consulate of the Russian Federation. According to the Law, this can be done in the following cases:

availability of a diploma of completion of a higher educational institution of the Russian Federation, received after July 1, 2002;
in the past there was citizenship of the USSR, after moving and living in Azerbaijan (until now), but without obtaining citizenship of the Republic of Azerbaijan;
one of the parents (or both) is a legal citizen of Russia.

Types of residence permits for Russians and their features

Important! The maximum period of validity of a residence permit in Uzbekistan is three years.

Initially, the status is issued for a period of 12 months, then it will need to be renewed annually. The period for which this permit is issued cannot exceed the validity period of the foreigner’s civil and foreign passports. After crossing the Uzbek border, a foreigner must register within three days in the locality where he intends to temporarily live.

Grounds for obtaining a residence permit

A residence permit is a temporary document. To obtain permanent residence, you need to become a permanent resident of this country, namely a citizen.

According to the Law “On Citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan”, foreigners who:

officially renounced their previous citizenship;
lived in the country for at least the last 5 years with a residence permit;
have a means of subsistence obtained legally;
recognize and implement the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Residence permit in Uzbekistan can be obtained

foreigners who although permanently reside in the state;
stateless persons over 16 years of age living permanently in Uzbekistan;
citizens who previously received a residence permit;
persons with residence permits whose Uzbek citizenship was previously terminated;
foreign citizens who returned to Uzbekistan for permanent residence, having previously renounced Uzbek citizenship;
persons permanently residing on the territory of the Republic who have not accepted citizenship of Uzbekistan or have renounced it.

Important! The main requirement for obtaining a residence permit is legal residence in the country at the time of submission of the application.

Persons who cannot become citizens

those advocating a change in the country's constitutional order;
members of organizations banned in Uzbekistan;
convicted and serving sentences in prisons.

An application for citizenship should also be submitted in person to the offices of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic. Some documents will be required from applicants.

Legal and permanent residence on the territory of the republic;
Age over 16 years.
Students studying at universities of the republic;
Businessmen;
Investors;
Those wishing to find a job;
Stateless people;
Persons married to a citizen of Uzbekistan.

Obtaining a residence permit for most categories is simplified.

Required documents

Russian passport;
2 copies of the questionnaire;
notarial statements from the receiving party, with whom the foreigner plans to reside permanently, about their attitude to the applicant’s application;
passport and document confirming the ownership of the host’s housing
duty payment receipt;
2 black and white or color photographs on a white background, size 35x45 mm

When applying for a residence permit, a receipt with a list of documents is issued and in case of refusal, the foreigner will have to leave the country. The period for reviewing documents is no more than 15 days. Then a decision is made. A residence permit for foreigners is issued for a period of 5 years, but not longer than the validity period of a foreign passport; upon reaching 60 years of age - for the entire validity period of a foreign passport. A residence permit for stateless persons is issued for a period of 5 years, and upon reaching 60 years of age - indefinitely. The validity of a residence permit can be extended up to 5 times, after which it can be exchanged.

In order for a Russian citizen arriving in Uzbekistan to obtain a residence permit without waiting five years, he must be useful to this state. For example, as a scientist, a major investor with money, or an athlete who will compete for their country.

Important! The Uzbek government takes a pragmatic approach to those individuals who are able to provide assistance to their republic.

To do this, you must: 1. submit a petition addressed to the President of Uzbekistan in personal presence 2. The answer will be given within a year 3. If there is a refusal, you can file an appeal in court within a month, but you will have to wait at least another year for an answer.

Important! Having received Uzbek citizenship, you will have to renounce Russian citizenship; dual citizenship is not allowed by state law

Residence permit extension

The process of renewing a certificate is also simple and straightforward. You must apply for an extension at least 2 weeks before the expiration date. Applicants need to submit to the territorial divisions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Uzbekistan:

an application filled out according to the established template;
Residence permit in Uzbekistan;
passport;
5 photos;
a receipt indicating payment of the state duty.

The residence permit can be extended a maximum of 5 times, after which it must be exchanged.

Registration cost

For the issuance and renewal of a certificate, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic collects a state fee. Its size is 20% of the minimum wage, namely 29,995 Uzbek soums.

Persons who are fully supported by the state are exempt from paying the fee.

The procedure for registering and obtaining a residence permit in Russia for citizens of Uzbekistan

In order to obtain a residence permit in Russia, it is necessary to fulfill a number of requirements and comply with a number of necessary conditions. After receiving a temporary residence permit (TRP), citizens of Uzbekistan have the right to obtain a residence permit only after a year has passed, during which they must stay in Russia.

You can apply for a residence permit in advance, that is, after living for 8 months on the basis of a temporary residence permit. Before contacting the migration service, you still need to obtain a “Russian native speaker” certificate, which is issued after passing the Russian language proficiency exam.

Certificate of passing the Russian language exam

In order to obtain a residence permit, you must provide the following documents to the migration service department:

application (download here, sample form can be downloaded here);
passport of a citizen of Uzbekistan;
TIN;
documentary evidence of solvency (this could be a salary certificate from the main place of work, a bank document, and so on);
a number of additional documents that may be requested individually.

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Such documents include, for example, a receipt for payment of the state fee for issuing a residence permit, the amount of which is now 5,000 rubles.

Obtaining a residence permit is an opportunity for residents of Uzbekistan to obtain citizenship in Russia.

What to do if your status is denied

A negative decision by immigration services can be appealed in court. Uzbek immigration legislation allows this within two weeks from the date of receipt of the refusal. To be sure, you can use the services of a lawyer who has experience in resolving these types of problems. They may refuse in several cases. The most common reason is a lack of documents necessary to obtain status or their expiration date.

In second place is the applicant’s (applicant’s) criminal history, suspicion of connections to organized crime, being under investigation in Russia, or an outstanding criminal record with which he managed to leave Russian territory. When submitting an application and documents, employees of the immigration department of the Internal Affairs Directorate will force the immigrant to sign a statement that in the event of a negative decision on the issuance of status, the applicant undertakes to leave Uzbek territory within a specified period. Consideration of the appeal automatically extends the time of legal stay in Uzbekistan until the end of the consideration of the case in court.

How to appeal a refusal

The applicant has a criminal record;
Errors in the provided documents.

You can appeal the refusal yourself or seek help from lawyers.

Residence permit in Russia

For citizens of Ukraine: new law in 2021

Residence permit in Russia 2021, which was amended by the new law, remains practically unchanged for Ukrainians. As in previous years, they can obtain a residence permit under the same conditions as citizens of another country. The procedure for processing documents is regulated by Article 8 of the Law of the Russian Federation dated July 25, 2002 No. 115-FZ.

However, there are exceptions. A preferential category of Ukrainians who can skip the stage of obtaining a temporary residence permit and living in Russia for a period of 1 year are refugees from Donbass. For them, the procedure is noticeably simplified.

For citizens of Belarus

For citizens of Belarus, obtaining a Russian residence permit will not be particularly difficult, since the authorities facilitate this type of immigration process and reduce all bureaucratic aspects to a minimum.

The most popular reasons for obtaining a residence permit for citizens of Belarus are:

In business matters, this is the most financially costly excuse, which is used by a limited number of people.
For political reasons (refugee). This method has many nuances, and the most important difficulty will be direct proof of the need for political asylum and the seriousness of the circumstances.
To reunite with relatives. The advantage of this method is its legal validity and comprehensive support in the registration process, but the disadvantages include a large number of documents confirming the validity of the procedure.
For studying at universities in the Russian Federation. This method is very popular due to the similarity of languages, education systems and the democratic cost of full-time education.

For professional activities - suitable for highly qualified employees in the fields of healthcare, information technology and construction - the most in-demand areas at the moment.

Citizens of Belarus do not need to apply for a temporary residence permit in advance and reside in Russia for a long time. The procedure for obtaining a residence permit has been simplified and a sufficient pretext will be registration at the actual address of residence with the migration service.

Uzbekistan

In 2021, the rules for staying in the country and obtaining a residence permit for citizens of Uzbekistan have become noticeably stricter. Previously, they could freely enter the Russian Federation for a period not exceeding 90 days using their internal passport.

With the entry into force of the new law, all citizens of Uzbekistan were required to have a foreign passport to visit Russia, and the main difficulty was the actual absence of a foreign passport. On the territory of their state, an internal passport performs the functions of a foreign passport. Now, in order to cross the border of the Russian Federation, they must obtain a biometric document.

There is still a visa-free regime between the two countries, but Uzbeks can participate in the immigration procedure for obtaining a residence permit under the same conditions as citizens of other countries (if they do not belong to one of the preferential categories).

Kazakhstan

The following residents of Kazakhstan can apply for a simplified procedure:

those born before 1991, that is, in the USSR with the appropriate passport;
having close relatives - citizens of the Russian Federation.

Direct receipt of a residence permit remains under the same conditions as in previous cases. There remains a need to have a temporary residence permit and reside in the state for one year. You will also need to issue a medical certificate that will confirm the absence of serious and contagious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, and drug addiction.

Moldova

The algorithm for legalizing residence in the Russian Federation by obtaining a residence permit for Moldovans will be carried out under the following conditions:

renunciation of Moldovan citizenship;
availability of permanent income and employment in Russia;
high level of proficiency in the Russian language, history and legislative framework, confirmed by passing exams in the relevant testing bodies.

Otherwise, the procedure for obtaining a residence permit is no different from the general procedure for foreign citizens.

Rights and opportunities of citizens who have obtained a residence permit

Uzbekistan is not considered a popular country for migrants, so paperwork here is a little easier than in EU countries. A pension is provided for pensioners who have issued permits. All citizens can buy real estate in the country and do business, as well as find work in Uzbekistan. A citizen of another state, after obtaining a permit, has all the rights of native citizens, except for voting.

Possibility of obtaining citizenship

After five years of permanent residence in the territory, it will be possible to obtain citizenship of Uzbekistan. But to do this, you must comply with the rules for staying in the country established by local legislation.

Pension

If a foreign citizen who has moved to Uzbekistan needs a pension, then he should apply for it immediately after receiving a local residence permit. A pension in Uzbekistan is accrued only from the moment a citizen applies for it. Foreign immigrants receive pensions in the same way as citizens of Uzbekistan. Those who do not have work experience, as well as all their families, are not entitled to a pension. In this case, regarding social security issues, you need to contact the ministry office.

Uzbekistan is a beautiful sunny country that many would like to visit. And since the republic maintains close ties with the CIS countries, many foreigners, taking advantage of the visa-free regime, move to the country and open their own business here, which is a good start for a successful life.

Features of obtaining a Swiss residence permit

Residence permit categories:

B – citizens of another state can apply for an employment agreement for a period of 1 year.
F – gives the right to live and work in the state.
L – allows residence for 1 year.
S - a paper for a citizen of another country, gives the right to protection by the Swiss authorities.
N – allows obtaining political asylum in the state.
G – provides an opportunity for migrants from border regions to live.
Ci – for family members of statesmen and diplomats.

The strict legislation of Switzerland prescribes several methods for obtaining a residence permit in this country:

Register a business or organization. It is imperative not just to register an enterprise, but to ensure its functioning, that is, to pay fees, taxes, etc. The main thing is to contribute to the economic well-being of the state.
Buy an already operating enterprise.
Get a job in a profession that is in demand. You must get a job with a local employer, with an official agreement. The minimum term of the employment contract is 1 year.
Payment of lump sum tax. This method is relevant for financially secure applicants, since it requires an annual contribution to the Swiss treasury of 150-300 thousand euros. After 5 years of paying the lump sum fee, the citizen will be able to obtain permanent residence from the state.
EU citizenship. In addition to possessing a passport of an EU country, you will need to have a stable and official income.

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A residence permit is granted by the state only after each specific case has been carefully considered.

This status imposes an obligation on the person to reside and pay all fees on an equal basis with other citizens of the country.

Permits for residence permits are assigned solely on the basis of government quotas provided by the state.

Citizens of the states of the former USSR can apply for a Swiss residence permit after 5 years of official residence, registered in accordance with the law.

To do this, the applicant will need to meet several conditions:

The applicant must be over 18 years of age.
Reside in the country for the period required by law.
Confirm the stability and legality of the income received.
May include family members in the application for a residence permit (indicate information about them in the application).
Pay taxes regularly and responsibly.
Do not have any problems with the law, as well as with visiting EU countries.
Purchase a medical insurance certificate (including for family members, if they also apply for a residence permit).

The procedure for obtaining a residence permit must begin with the collection of documents. Then they are transferred to the migration service department. The period for making a decision on an application is 60-180 days.

List of papers that will be required:

A foreign passport identifying the applicant.
Medical insurance policy.
Photo (same as for a passport).
An extract document for a bank account that can confirm the financial solvency of the applicant.
Certificate of birth, marriage, divorce, death of relatives (if necessary).
An employment agreement, or a business purchase and sale agreement, or confirmation of business registration.

To obtain a residence permit as quickly as possible, it is better to use the services of a professional lawyer. Because they are aware of all the intricacies of state legislation and know how to correctly prepare and send documentation to the migration authorities.

If you need to obtain a residence permit for the whole family, you must send documents to all family members. Applicants for a residence permit will be called for an interview at the country's consulate.

As a rule, the permit is valid for 1 year, but there are situations when the duration of the document is determined individually.

Diplomatic missions of Uzbekistan in Russia

Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the Russian Federation:

119017, Moscow, Pogorelsky lane, 12
Tel., 230-00-78 Fax
E-mail Website: https://www.uzembassy.ru/
Consular Section Tel., 230-00-54
Fax

Consulate General of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Novosibirsk:

630005, Novosibirsk, Central district, Lomonosova, 55B
Tel: 246-04-85, 246-04-84