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Apple Pay Launches in Uzbekistan, Uzcard and Humo to Follow
Apple Pay is now available in Uzbekistan with Visa and Mastercard from eight local banks, while support for the national Uzcard and Humo payment systems is still in development.
National Statistics Committee: Average Monthly Salary in Uzbekistan Reaches 7.27m Soums
Uzbekistan’s average monthly salary rose 18% year-on-year to 7.27m soums in January–September 2026, with the highest pay recorded in Tashkent.
Uzbekistan Automates Export Revenue Data in VAT Returns
Uzbekistan has automated the entry of foreign currency receipts from goods exports into VAT returns, using customs data integrated with the tax reporting system.
Uzbekinvest Updates Supervisory Board Membership
Uzbekistan’s insurance company Uzbekinvest has updated its Supervisory Board, appointing Jamshid Abdushukurov as chair and Ishil Chaglayan as deputy chair.
Apple Pay and Google Pay Launch in Uzbekistan on 27 October
Apple Pay and Google Pay became available in Uzbekistan on 27 October, allowing users to make contactless payments with smartphones and compatible smartwatches.
Uzbekistan Issues Crypto Shop Licence to Monetex
Uzbekistan’s NAPP has licensed Monetex to operate a crypto shop, bringing the total number of crypto-asset service provider licences in its register to 22.
IMAN Invest Faces Allegations Over Investor Funds
Islamic finance adviser IFCB has ended its cooperation with Uzbekistan’s IMAN Invest, alleging financial irregularities, while the company disputes the claims and launches an independent Sharia audit.
Uzbekistan Issues First Licence for Islamic Banking
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank has issued Open Bank the country’s first Islamic banking licence, allowing it to conduct financial operations under the new legal framework.
Uzbekistan to Chair CIS Tax Council in 2027
Uzbekistan will chair the CIS Coordination Council of Heads of Tax Services in 2027, with plans to expand cooperation on AI and tax administration.
EDB Promotes Islamic Finance Development in Central Asia
The Eurasian Development Bank brought together financial experts from four Central Asian countries to discuss Islamic finance standards, regulation and investment opportunities.