Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan to introduce one-time allowance for former prisoners

Uzbekistan to introduce one-time allowance for former prisoners
Uzbekistan to introduce one-time allowance for former prisoners

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Starting from 1 May 2025, citizens released from correctional facilities in Uzbekistan will be eligible to receive a one-time allowance equivalent to six basic estimated values. Currently, this amount stands at 2.2 million soums.

This measure is outlined in the presidential decree "On Improving the Financing Procedures of the Social Protection System." The allowance will be distributed through "Inson" centers.

Additionally, from 1 May 2025, the costs of medical treatment and surgeries in Uzbekistan will be covered by the State Health Insurance Fund.

Anvar Umarov
Anvar Umarov

Anvar Umarov is the founder and editor-in-chief of UzDaily, a leading business and news publication covering Uzbekistan and Central Asia. With over 20 years of experience in journalism, he has also worked as a PR manager for both state and private organizations, bringing a broad perspective on media, communications, and public affairs to his editorial leadership.